Hands on Learning and Discovery

programs

Multi-sensory, educational, and most of all, fun!

Our programs are designed to be an addition to our community and provide a safe space to never stop learning.

Innovation Clubs

Innovation Clubs are CDM's newest opportunity for kids to explore fun and engaging topics with their peers while enjoying the museum!

Club Discovery
Ages 6-12

Club Discovery is an inclusive after-school program for friends with a diagnosis and their typically developing peers to enjoy the museum.

PlayGym

PlayGym uses age appropriate fun to encourage the development of motor, cognitive & social skills for children 4-months to 2-years.

Little Explorers
Ages 3-4

A drop-off, 4-week program for children ages 3 and 4 that offers play-based, learning experiences led by our early childhood experts!

Girl Scout Junior Badges

Girl Scout Juniors can work toward a badge at our Scout Workshops located in Chattanooga, Tenn. We will take care of all the details.

Girl Scout Brownie Badge

During a lock-in, a Brownie Girl Scout can complete some or most requirements for one Brownie Badge. Check out the options for your group!

Artist in Residence: Kaitlyn Willow

Kaitlyn Willow is CDM's Artist in Residence for the month of May! Come learn and practice chainstitching with her in the Art Studio.

LEGO® Club
Ages 6-8

Welcome to the exciting world of LEGO® brick building! This introductory club allows kids to explore building using their imagination.

Sensory Night

A free, low-sensory event on the first Thursday of every month for children and families with sensory sensitivities. Registration required.

Art Club
Ages 6-8

Join us for a fun and educational introduction to a variety of different art concepts, techniques and mediums for kids 6-8 years old!

My kids LOVE this place! They have so much fun exploring and their brains are totally absorbing everything as they play.

Barbara Wilkey