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Our museum and heritage park is filled with exhibits and interactive, hands-on experiences focused on science, transportation, technology, history, art and more, so you literally never know what inspiration you’ll discover right around the corner. Here you’ll find a peek behind the curtain and more details about Discovery Park, our mission and the people, places and things that come together to create a one-of-a-kind experience in the Reelfoot Lake region of Northwest Tennessee. Still want more? Check out our weekly podcast here.
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Roots of Rhythm
Join us for a special showcase of world music on April 19th, 2024 as Discovery Park of America hosts Roots of Rhythm. This show is an exciting blend of musical
Observing the 2024 Eclipse at Discovery Park of America: How Dark Will It Get?
During the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, the “path of totality” will span across North America. It will begin in Mexico and then pass through several states in
Tickets for 2024 Singer-Songwriter Night Featuring Phillip Coleman and Friends Now on Sale
Local favorite, Phillip Coleman, is returning to the stage for Singer-Songwriter night on Thursday, May 16. As always, he's bringing along some incredible friends. This year, Leslie Satcher and Carolyn
Southern Artist Showcase: Jubie Henderson
Southern Artist Showcase: Jubie Henderson “When I carve, I don’t use a pattern. I just think of the bird I want, and I carve it.” —Jubie Henderson, 1992 Discovery Park
Discovery Park isn’t the only place you can find David Crockett
“The Ballad of Davy Crockett,” an action-packed Western featuring William Moseley, is set to release in select theaters and through video-on-demand on Friday, March 8, 2024. Moseley is known for his
UPDATE: Obion County Celebrates Another Step Closer to I-69
Route 690, part of the future Interstate 69, is officially open in Obion County. A group of local business leaders gathered in Discovery Park of America’s Cooper Tower on Wednesday
Future home of Interstate 69 is now open
Today, Discovery Park employees and members of the Obion County Chamber of Commerce celebrated the opening of the portion of the future I-69 that travels from Fulton, Kentucky through Union
West Tennessee Chapter of the American Advertising Federation Hosts February 2024 Program, ‘Impact of Blue Oval in West Tennessee’ at Discovery Park of America
West Tenn.– The American Advertising Federation West Tennessee, a chapter of The American Advertising Federation (AAF), will be hosting their February 2024 program featuring Marianne Purcell Dunavant, Ford’s community relations manager, on
Jackson Symphony hosts weekly string classes at Discovery Park of America
The Jackson Symphony Orchestra will host string classes at Discovery Park beginning in January 2024. Bethany Ostenson will be teaching a beginners and intermediate string class with the bass, cello,
Northwest Tennessee Tourism Gears Up for a Dynamic 2024 with New, Fresh Website
(Northwest Tennessee, January 2, 2024) – As 2023 draws to a close, the Northwest Tennessee Tourism Association (NWTTA) proudly reflects on a year marked by significant achievements and renewed momentum.
Free admission for children throughout the month of January 2024
We’re excited to share a look ahead at just some of the fun and exciting things happening at Discovery Park for you and your family in 2024. Thanks to a
Discovery Park Featured on The Fowl Life with Chad Belding
Discovery Park’s newest permanent exhibit, “Duck, Duck, Goose: Waterfowl of the Mississippi Flyway” has been featured on the popular podcast “The Fowl Life” with host Chad Belding. Episode 352 is