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Tuesday 10am - 4pm Wednesday 2pm - 6pm Thursday 10am - 4pm Friday 2pm - 6pm Saturday 10am - 4pm

Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery

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We are a hands-on discovery museum for visitors of all ages! www.ovmod.org For more information, visit us at www.ovmod.org.

The Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery was founded with a mission to inspire confidence in people of all ages to discover the world. The museum provides STEAM(science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics)-based interactive, interdisciplinary exhibits, programming, and educational events throughout our community. OVMoD seeks to be a transformative hub for discovery-based, hands-on education, increasing access to and equity in informal learning opportunities by fostering collaborative educational partnerships in Southeast Ohio.

10/30/2026

10/28/2026

Stop by the Witch Walk at the Dairy Barn on Friday! We will be there along with the Ohio University student group Youth in Science Outreach - Ohio University Campus providing some messy and spooky science fun. Let's make potions!

10/23/2026

This Saturday is Make It - Take It Day at the museum from 10 a.m. to noon. Join us as we make our own nocturnal animals to take home. Experiment with glow-in-the-dark paint and get creative; even design your own creature. We loved making our fox and bat out of recycled cardboard and paper.

10/22/2026

EVERY THURSDAY
A weekly program designed especially for curious little learners. Every Thursday from 10:00–Noon, our downstairs classroom becomes a safe, joyful space where toddlers can climb, build, color, move, and even splash at our water table.
Free with admission or free to members.

10/21/2026

OPEN TECH STUDIO - EVERY WEDNESDAY 4PM - 6PM
Join the community of tweens and teens interested in tech! Is your child interested in robotics, programming, coding, engineering, or anything Tech?
Every Wednesday, 4 pm-6 pm (and the 1st Saturday of the month), we host Open Tech Studio. We have a blast exploring different tech projects. Your child can mix and match projects and follow where their creativity leads! Volunteer mentors from the university are on hand to help them get started. These mentors can also answer any questions they may have about higher education or exploring STEM careers.
Free with museum admission or for OVMoD Members

10/19/2026

TODAY - 6:30PM
Teen Science Café is back at OVMoD! For our first meeting of the year we will be joined by Forensic Chemist Rebecca Barlag, Ph.D. Dr. Barlag. We will be doing a walk through of solving a case and learning about the science behind catching a criminal. No prior STEM experience needed. Anyone who is curious and willing to explore is welcome! Light snacks provided
Teen Science Café is a free, out-of-school program where teens and STEM professionals connect through conversations, interactive presentations, and hands-on experiences that explore exciting science topics. Each Café is unique to its community and led by teens, for teens, with the guidance of an adult leader. Follow to stay up to date on upcoming meet-up topics and presenters!
Follow the Instagram page here - https://www.instagram.com/teensciencecafeathens/
For more information, reach out to Mary Ann Hopple, OVMoD's Program Coordinator, at [email protected]

10/18/2026

Join us Tuesday for our monthly Crafternoon! 3rd Tuesday of every month, 2 pm- 4 pm. All supplies provided.
We have several tables set up, each with a different project. We hope this becomes a time and space to relax, socialize, and use your creativity. Come alone or bring a friend.
Admission is $5, or get an annual membership that also includes our Speaker Series.

10/17/2026

We had a great time learning all about Owls today! Teresa Caldwell, an environmental educator and bird expert, joined us. She shared her passion for all things owl.
Our Speaker Series offers us a chance to learn from local experts and community members. It is aimed at adults and seniors. $5 admission, or sign up for our yearly Speaker Series Membership plan

10/16/2026

Teen Science Café is back at OVMoD! For our first meeting of the year we will be joined by Forensic Chemist Rebecca Barlag, Ph.D. Dr. Barlag. We will be doing a walk through of solving a case and learning about the science behind catching a criminal. No prior STEM experience needed. Anyone who is curious and willing to explore is welcome! Light snacks provided

Teen Science Café is a free, out-of-school program where teens and STEM professionals connect through conversations, interactive presentations, and hands-on experiences that explore exciting science topics. Each Café is unique to its community and led by teens, for teens, with the guidance of an adult leader. Follow to stay up to date on upcoming meet-up topics and presenters!
Follow the Instagram page here - https://www.instagram.com/teensciencecafeathens/

For more information, reach out to Mary Ann Hopple, OVMoD's Program Coordinator, at [email protected].

10/16/2026

Join us as we demystify Owls. Learn all about local owls and how you can help with population counts. All Ages Welcome
Our speaker is Teresa Caldwell, Education Coordinator and Naturalist with a real passion for Owls!
Our Speaker Series is $5 per person, or free to OVMoD Members

Address

67 Columbus Road
Athens, OH
45701

Opening Hours

Tuesday	10am - 4pm
Wednesday	2pm - 6pm
Thursday	10am - 4pm
Friday	2pm - 6pm
Saturday	10am - 4pm

Telephone

+17409086446

Website

http://www.ovmod.org/

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