The Discovery Center Programs (Preschool, UPK, Afterschool, Extended Play & Summer Camps)
Discovery Center of the Southern Tier, 60 Morgan Rd, Binghamton, NY 13903
About
The Discovery Center Youth Programs (Preschool, UPK, Afterschool, Extended Play & Summer Camps) include Preschool, Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK), Afterschool, Extended Play Programs, and Summer Camps. These programs take place within a hands-on interactive children’s museum that features over 40 interactive exhibits both inside and outside of the museum, including the Story Garden outdoor exhibit space and the Kids Commons addition with exhibit space, classrooms, and a performance space.
• Ages: 3–12 years old
• Schedule: Open hours on weekdays and weekends, including options Monday–Friday and on First Fridays
• Price: Exclusive Birthday VIP Ticket Package: For $280, includes two tickets to Wine and Roses, two tickets to the 40th Birthday Gala, and two 50/50 raffle tickets.
The Discovery Center of the Southern Tier states that it is committed to creating an environment that fosters the intellectual, physical and emotional well-being of children through education, participatory exhibits and programs. The staff is sensory-trained through KultureCity, with accommodations that include sensory spaces, noise-canceling headphones, and calming tools. The Story Garden is described as an award winning outdoor exhibit space, with books associated with each garden vignette and families in the garden playing, enjoying books, pondering, picnicking and enjoying nature. The Discovery Center is described as the Southern Tier's only hands-on children's museum and serves the Southern Tier of New York and Northeastern Pennsylvania.
The leadership team includes Executive Director Brenda Myers, President Kayla Velie, Vice President Marci Goodwin, Treasurer Brian DeBoyace, and Secretary Lindsay Spauster, along with additional Board members Ellen Blakeslee, Caitlin Connors, Michael Haas, Maureen Hankin, Timothy Klym, Sally Lowenstein, Richard Miller III, Elizabeth O'Connor, Madelyn Shantillo, and Alise Willerton. One testimonial from Executive Director Dr. Brenda Myers states, “At The Discovery Center, we believe that curiosity is the first step toward a lifetime of learning. Our mission is to provide a place where every child and family can explore, imagine, and discover the wonder of the world around them. We’re honored to be a hub for our community, sparking joy and inspiring the innovators of tomorrow.” Another testimonial from former Executive Director Pokey Crocker says, “We offer diversion; we offer fun; we offer love and a happy day. Come often, stay as long as you’d like and enjoy every minute. And know that everyone has a special place in our hearts.”
Last updated May 28, 2026.
• Ages: 3–12 years old
• Schedule: Open hours on weekdays and weekends, including options Monday–Friday and on First Fridays
• Price: Exclusive Birthday VIP Ticket Package: For $280, includes two tickets to Wine and Roses, two tickets to the 40th Birthday Gala, and two 50/50 raffle tickets.
The Discovery Center of the Southern Tier states that it is committed to creating an environment that fosters the intellectual, physical and emotional well-being of children through education, participatory exhibits and programs. The staff is sensory-trained through KultureCity, with accommodations that include sensory spaces, noise-canceling headphones, and calming tools. The Story Garden is described as an award winning outdoor exhibit space, with books associated with each garden vignette and families in the garden playing, enjoying books, pondering, picnicking and enjoying nature. The Discovery Center is described as the Southern Tier's only hands-on children's museum and serves the Southern Tier of New York and Northeastern Pennsylvania.
The leadership team includes Executive Director Brenda Myers, President Kayla Velie, Vice President Marci Goodwin, Treasurer Brian DeBoyace, and Secretary Lindsay Spauster, along with additional Board members Ellen Blakeslee, Caitlin Connors, Michael Haas, Maureen Hankin, Timothy Klym, Sally Lowenstein, Richard Miller III, Elizabeth O'Connor, Madelyn Shantillo, and Alise Willerton. One testimonial from Executive Director Dr. Brenda Myers states, “At The Discovery Center, we believe that curiosity is the first step toward a lifetime of learning. Our mission is to provide a place where every child and family can explore, imagine, and discover the wonder of the world around them. We’re honored to be a hub for our community, sparking joy and inspiring the innovators of tomorrow.” Another testimonial from former Executive Director Pokey Crocker says, “We offer diversion; we offer fun; we offer love and a happy day. Come often, stay as long as you’d like and enjoy every minute. And know that everyone has a special place in our hearts.”
Last updated May 28, 2026.
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