South Dakota Discovery Center

10/11/2026

A HUGE (belated) congratulations to our final WFA course participants of 2026. You came. You learned. You responded with confidence.

Courtney, Jennifer, Raegan, Allison, Brenden, Jacob, Brittany, Brad, Daniel, and David - we would be happy to meet you on the trail any day, medical emergency or no.

Well done!!

10/10/2026

Join us for Starry Saturday TODAY starting at 1:00 PM

Ever get starry-eyed and curious about what's going on past our sky?
Do you wanna be able to name stars, planets, and galaxies to impress all your friends?
Then come down to the Discovery Center TODAY to have a cosmic blast learning all about space at Starry Saturdays!

10/09/2026

Every year people tell us Best for Last is one of the best event we do and I’m not going to argue. Good food, good people, and a chance to walk out with $10,000. Come hang out with us on November 19th

Tickets are selling fast be sure to get yours before they're all gone! get them at sd-discovery.org/b4l

Huge thank you to our Best For Last Sponsors:
Bartlett & West
Banner Associates, Inc.
Brosz Engineering, Inc.
DGR Engineering
ISG
First Fidelity Bank
Sioux Nation, LLC of Ft. Pierre

10/02/2026

Little Explorers: Spooky Science is this TOMRROW!

Sign up for Little Explorers: Spooky Science https://mms.sd-discovery.org/members/evr/reg_event.php...

A little of this, a little of that. What creations can we mix in the vat? What can we mix in the cauldron to make different concoctions? Explore spooky chemistry.
Little Explorers is a combination of our beloved Little Explorers Nature Preschool and the Itty Bitty Einsteins class model. Classes are geared toward explorers between the ages of 3-5 and their families. Explore the science of nature and the nature of science through hands-on experiences and STEM journals together.
Fees must be paid at the front desk on the day of class.
SDDC Member: FREE
Nonmember: $4 per family group + general admission fees

10/01/2026

We're throwing a party for the Discovery Center and you're invited. Good food, good people, great odds at $10,000, and helping to support STEM education

Huge thank you to our Best For Last Sponsors:
DGR Engineering
First Fidelity Bank
Brosz Engineering, Inc.
Sioux Nation, LLC of Ft. Pierre
ISG
Banner Associates, Inc.
Bartlett & West

Tickets are in our links or get them at sd-discovery.org/b4l See you Nov. 19th!

09/30/2026

Only 12 Hours Left to get your Early Bird Best For Last Ticket!!

Your ticket is only eligible for the Early Bird Prize if you order before October 1st!

Our biggest celebration and fundraising event of the year is happening on Nov. 19, 2026. We hope you can join us, but you don't have to be present to try your luck at winning $10,000, so get your raffle ticket (or tickets!) now before they run out! Raffle tickets purchased prior to October 1st will be entered into an early bird prize drawing!

Find out more at https://www.sd-discovery.org/best_for_last.php

09/19/2026

Due to cloud cover, the Discovery Center will be postponing the Star Party tonight until the next scheduled event on Oct 17th. In the meantime, here are some fun ways to explore the sky with or without clouds.
For kids: https://spaceplace.nasa.gov/
For Adults: https://stellarium-web.org/

Until next time. Keep looking to the stars.

Stellarium Web is a planetarium running in your web browser. It shows a realistic star map, just like what you see with the naked eye, binoculars or a telescope.

09/17/2026

Join us for our First Star Party of the Season at Farm Island & West Bend Recreation Areas THIS Saturday!

Sky watchers of all levels are welcome. Bring your own telescope or use one brought by the Discovery Center. Explore different ways to enjoy the night sky, from how to find a viewing target, to astrophotography with your phone. Meet with other local sky watchers and explore the sky.

This event is weather-dependent, and the final say will be made on Facebook and our website by 2pm, September 19th

09/16/2026

Don't forget to get your Best for Last Ticket before September 30th for a chance to win a Early Bird Prize!

Our biggest celebration and fundraising event of the year is happening on Nov. 19, 2026. We hope you can join us, but you don't have to be present to try your luck at winning $10,000, so get your raffle ticket (or tickets!) now before they run out! Raffle tickets purchased prior to October 1st will be entered into an early bird prize drawing!

Find out more at https://www.sd-discovery.org/best_for_last.php