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Winners of the Tennessee Junior Duck Stamp Art Contest Now on Display at Discovery Park of America
Winners of the Tennessee Junior Duck Stamp Art Contest Now on Display at Discovery Park of America Union City, Tenn. – The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is displaying the winners of the 27th Annual Tennessee Junior Duck Stamp Art Contest at Discovery Park of America from May 25 to June 30, 2022. Part of the Federal Junior Duck Stamp Conservation
Fun in the Sun at the Cardboard Boat Regatta 2022
Fun in the Sun at the Cardboard Boat Regatta 2022 The spirit of creativity, competition and fun was alive and well at the south lake at Discovery Park of America on Sat., May 14, 2022 as 15 teams gathered to compete in Discovery Park’s 9th Annual Cardboard Boat Regatta. It was the perfect weather for
Discovery Park of America Upgrades Theater to Include State-of-the-art 4K Digital 3D Technology
Discovery Park of America Upgrades Theater to Include State-of-the-art 4K Digital 3D Technology Union City, Tenn. – Discovery Park of America has begun a project to upgrade the current Starship Theater incorporating a state-of-the-art, laser-illuminated 4K Digital 3D projection system designed and integrated by D3D Cinema. Included in the upgrade is the latest high-efficiency 40,000-lumen laser projector on the
Military History and Armed Forces Symposium 2022 Held at Discovery Park of America
Military History and Armed Forces Symposium 2022 Held at Discovery Park of America Thousands of children and adults enjoyed the 2022 Military History and Armed Forces Symposium that was held here at Discovery Park April 29 to May 1, 2022. The event featured a variety of programs and interactive activities that explored the past, present
Volunteer of the Year: Carol Whitmore
Volunteer of the Year: Carol Whitmore April 18, 2022 - Discovery Park of America would like to honor 2021 volunteer of the year, Carol Whitmore. She has for years routinely distinguished herself through her ability to blend an educational environment with a unique experience. Carol Whitmore is an accomplished basket weaver who enhances the experiences
Actress Flo Roach to Join Cast of Lantern Walk as Part of 2022 Military History and Armed Forces Symposium
Actress Flo Roach to Join Cast of Lantern Walk as Part of 2022 Military History and Armed Forces Symposium April 14, 2022 - Discovery Park of America announced today that actress Flo Roach will join the cast of the Lantern Walk that will be presented on Sat., April 30 at 7:30 p.m. and at 9
Press Release: Discovery Park of America Adds U.S. Navy “Nimitz” Virtual Reality Experience, Black Hawk Helicopter and Exhibit of Rare Civil War-era photos to the Military History and Armed Forces Symposium 2022
Discovery Park of America Adds U.S. Navy “Nimitz” Virtual Reality Experience, Black Hawk Helicopter and Exhibit of Rare Civil War-era photos to the Military History and Armed Forces Symposium 2022 Union City, Tenn. – Discovery Park of America announced even more military vehicles, the U.S. Navy “Nimitz” Virtual Reality Experience and a never-before-seen exhibit have been added to
Exhibit of Civil War-era photos Premieres at Discovery Park’s Military History and Armed Forces Symposium
Exhibit of Civil War-era photos Premieres at Discovery Park’s Military History and Armed Forces Symposium April 13, 2022 - "A Country Divided: Photos from the Civil War" premieres at Discovery Park’s Military History and Armed Forces Symposium on April 29, 2022 and will be on display at the museum through May 25, 2022. Designed by
Discovery Park of America Exhibit Featuring Self-taught Sculptor Hattie Marshall-Duncan to Open with a Members-only Reception with the Artist
Discovery Park of America Exhibit Featuring Self-taught Sculptor Hattie Marshall-Duncan to Open with a Members-only Reception with the Artist Union City, Tenn.– Discovery Park of America will be open to the public May 27 to Oct. 24, 2022. Art in the exhibit is on loan from a variety of collectors including the West Tennessee Regional Art Center (WTRAC) in
Press Release: Discovery Park of America Celebrates Ag Day 2022
Discovery Park of America Celebrates Ag Day 2022 Union City, Tenn.— Although it was a rainy day that required many of the activities to move indoors, a crowd of more than 1,200 attended Discovery Park’s celebration of National Ag Day 2022 that took place at the museum and heritage park on Tuesday, March 22, 2022.
Discovery Park Celebrates National Ag Day 2022
Discovery Park Celebrates National Ag Day March 24, 2022 - Despite it being a rainy day that moved many of the activities indoors, a crowd of more than 1,200 attended our National Ag Day Celebration on March 22. Among those in attendance were 13 student groups throughout the region that received free admission thanks to
Press Release: Discovery Park of America Announces Lineup for 2022 Outdoor Concert Series, ‘Rhythm on the Rails’
Discovery Park of America Announces Lineup for 2022 Outdoor Concert Series, ‘Rhythm on the Rails’ Union City, Tenn.— Discovery Park of America has announced the lineup for the 2022 outdoor summer concert series, “Rhythm on the Rails,” that will begin on Fri., May 6 with a performance by American Idol runner up, Clark Beckham. “Having an outdoor summer