The Discovery Center features the El Pomar Space Gallery, displaying Space Foundation's collection of space artifacts. The Discovery Center is also home to the Lockheed Martin Space Education Center and the Northrop Grumman Science Center, featuring Science On a Sphere® and classroom/laboratory facilities for PreK through graduate level courses, educator professional development, educational multimedia events, and presentations for the general public.
SPACE GALLERY
The El Pomar Space Gallery is supported by a grant from El Pomar, a foundation that specializes in making grants to nonprofit organizations in Colorado. Visit www.elpomar.org.
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LABORATORIES
Mars Robotics Laboratory
Program robotic rovers to complete mission objectives on our simulated Martian terrain.
Science On a Sphere ®
View our universe as never before on our dynamic spherical projection system featuring over 360 datasets.
Drone Zone
Test your flying skills in our new Drone Zone. Can you hover in place, avoid the obstacles, thread the needle, and descend onto the landing pad?
Additive Manufacturing Space Laboratory
Build 3D objects through the successive layering of materials.
Please note: Activities and demonstrations in the Lockheed Martin Space Education Center, Mars Robotics Laboratory, Additive Manufacturing Space Lab, and Drone Zone are subject to special hours. Please check with Discovery Center admission desk to find out what activities are available during your visit.