Fresno Discovery Center

09/05/2026

First Saturday is happening at Fresno Discovery Center! 🦖❤️

Come spend your Saturday exploring our exhibits, checking out the pond, visiting our tortoises, playing on the playground, and catching Saturday Science presented by Teens That Care Fresno.

Plus, it’s your last chance to check out Creature Feeture 🐾 before we make room for a brand new exhibit theme!

Admission is discounted today for First Saturday.

We’re open until 4pm!

09/04/2026

Tomorrow is International Day of Charity! 🌍✨

Small acts of kindness make a BIG impact and we’re celebrating everyone who supports, volunteers for, and champions Fresno Discovery Center. Your generosity helps us bring hands-on learning, interactive exhibits, camps, and more to life for families across the Central Valley.

Want to give back? Here are a few ways to support FDC:

🔬 Donate to support educational programs
🪙 Round up your spare change through RoundUp
🪵 Volunteer at an upcoming cleanup
🎟️ Visit us! Your admission helps support our programs

Find your favorite way to give back here: https://linktr.ee/fresnodiscoverycenter

09/03/2026

🎃 SAVE THE DATE! 🎃

Tricks & Treats is coming to Fresno Discovery Center on Saturday, October 17th!

Get ready for a spooky, fun-filled day of food, costumes, local vendors, and activities for the whole family. 👻

Come hungry and ready to shop local!

📣 We’re looking for event sponsors! Send us a message to learn more.

📅 October 17, 2026
📍 1944 N Winery Ave Fresno, CA 93703

🎟️ Tickets are in our bio!

09/01/2026

Summer is ending, but September is bringing a whole new season of discovery!

Join us this month for:
🔬 Saturday Science
🧠 Sensory Sundays
🎶 Music Mondays
🍁 The opening of our “Leaf It to the Artist” exhibit
✨ And more!

THIS SATURDAY! 🔬
Kick off September with a special First Saturday featuring Saturday Science from 9am-12pm, presented by Teens That Care Fresno!

Family HealthCare Network will also be joining us with fun activities and resources for families.

🎟️ And because it’s First Saturday, admission is just $3!

Want to help us get ready for fall and Tricks & Treats? You can sign up to volunteer here: https://tr.ee/Fi2-WLjxs1

You can also find us out in the community:
📍 Sept. 2: Fresno State Community Service Opportunities Fair
📍 Sept. 15: 2026 Vendor Fair in Clovis

📅 Save this calendar, share it with a friend, and make plans to explore & discover with us this September!

09/01/2026

🎃 LAST CALL FOR VENDORS! 🎃

We’re filling the final vendor spaces for Tricks & Treats on Saturday, October 17!

👻 Local businesses
🛍️ Makers & creators
🎨 Artists & organizations

No food or beverage vendors at this time.

Fill out the form to reserve your spot.

https://fresnodiscoverycenter.org/products-services-vendors/

Spots are limited!

📅 October 17, 2026
📍 Fresno Discovery Center

08/29/2026

Meet our Board President, Missy!

Her journey with science, healthcare, and helping kids is truly full circle. ✨🦖❤️

As a child, Missy was a patient at Shriners Children’s. Today, she helps lead FDC and create experiences that inspire the next generation.

So, what keeps her serving?

“There’s something so special about being part of a place where you can help shape what’s possible for the next generation. Watching kids get curious, try something new, and realize they can be anything they want to be, that’s what keeps me here.”

Shriners Children’s recently shared Missy’s story. Read it → https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/news-and-media/patient-stories/2026/08/missy-orthopedic-care

08/28/2026

Place your thumbs in the circles to continue... 🐢✨

Happy Friday from our tortoise, Bowser!

08/26/2026

I spy our new Executive Director. 👀🦖❤️

New leaders, promotions and recognition across the Central Valley.

This week’s moves include Tracy Bertagnole at Kaiser Permanente, Elizabeth Jonasson at Fresno Discovery Center, Kylie Atachian at Manco Abbott, Victor Lopez at Swinerton and Allysunn Walker at Beyond Housing Foundation. Fresno educator Kurt Dragomanovich also earned national recognition.

Manco Abbott
Swinerton
Kaiser Permanente
Fresno Discovery Center
Fresno State

Link in the comments below!