DISCOVERY POINT

Summer of Discoveries

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Set sail for adventure

Looking for a day out the whole family will love this summer? A voyage aboard RRS Discovery is packed with exploration, fun and wonder!

As well as roaming through 10+ galleries in Discovery Point, exploring above and below deck on RRS Discovery, and being transported back in time to 1901 Dundee in the immersive Discovery Dome, take part in our special summer programme from 30 June – 22 August:

🛷 Uncover Antarctic secrets at Object Handling (Fridays only)

🖌️ Arts and crafts workshops (Wednesdays & Sundays)

🐧 Penguin treasure hunt, trails and kids activities

📚 Storytelling sessions (Alternate Thursdays)

🐋 Under 5’s Club with messy play and crafts (Alternate Thursdays)

Find out what’s on:

Every Day

SUMMER OF DISCOVERIES

Exhibition: Scotland’s Whale Road

Dive into Scotland’s whaling past and uncover the role RRS Discovery played in turning the tide from hunting to conservation.

SUMMER OF DISCOVERIES

Escape Room: Antarctic Mysteries

Trapped in an old Antarctic hut, with a swirling storm outside – can you solve the puzzle and escape?

SUMMER OF DISCOVERIES

For Kids: Lanyard Activities

Kids trails and activities at Discovery Point; for explorers looking for an extra quest!

SUMMER OF DISCOVERIES

Treasure Hunt: Penguin on the Loose!

Emma the Penguin has waddled away from her nest and is going on her own adventure round Discovery Point & RRS Discovery; can you help us find her?

SUMMER OF DISCOVERIES

Art Workshops with Kitchimama

Art workshops with Dundee artist Kitchimama, the perfect activity for 5-12 year olds this summer holidays.

SUMMER OF DISCOVERIES

Exhibition: Scotland’s Whale Road

Dive into Scotland’s whaling past and uncover the role RRS Discovery played in turning the tide from hunting to conservation.

SUMMER OF DISCOVERIES

For Kids: Lanyard Activities

Kids trails and activities at Discovery Point; for explorers looking for an extra quest!

SUMMER OF DISCOVERIES

Treasure Hunt: Penguin on the Loose!

Emma the Penguin has waddled away from her nest and is going on her own adventure round Discovery Point & RRS Discovery; can you help us find her?

SUMMER OF DISCOVERIES

Storytelling Sessions

Stories from the sea to enchant explorers aged 4-6 years old at RRS Discovery.

SUMMER OF DISCOVERIES

Under 5’s Club

Messy play and crafts inspired by the sea, for little ones aged 2-5 at Discovery Point.

SUMMER OF DISCOVERIES

Exhibition: Scotland’s Whale Road

Dive into Scotland’s whaling past and uncover the role RRS Discovery played in turning the tide from hunting to conservation.

SUMMER OF DISCOVERIES

For Kids: Lanyard Activities

Kids trails and activities at Discovery Point; for explorers looking for an extra quest!

SUMMER OF DISCOVERIES

Treasure Hunt: Penguin on the Loose!

Emma the Penguin has waddled away from her nest and is going on her own adventure round Discovery Point & RRS Discovery; can you help us find her?

SUMMER OF DISCOVERIES

Ship Tours: Stories of Discovery

Go below deck on RRS Discovery and hear stories of adventure, bravery and exploration from the lives of Captain Scott and Shackleton.

SUMMER OF DISCOVERIES

Object Handling: Antarctic Secrets

Get up close to stories of Antarctic exploration in these interactive sessions.

SUMMER OF DISCOVERIES

Exhibition: Scotland’s Whale Road

Dive into Scotland’s whaling past and uncover the role RRS Discovery played in turning the tide from hunting to conservation.

SUMMER OF DISCOVERIES

For Kids: Lanyard Activities

Kids trails and activities at Discovery Point; for explorers looking for an extra quest!

SUMMER OF DISCOVERIES

Treasure Hunt: Penguin on the Loose!

Emma the Penguin has waddled away from her nest and is going on her own adventure round Discovery Point & RRS Discovery; can you help us find her?

Sunday Craft Club: Save Our Ocean

Bring along your recycling and get crafty, inspired by the wonder of the oceans.

Exhibition: Scotland’s Whale Road

Dive into Scotland’s whaling past and uncover the role RRS Discovery played in turning the tide from hunting to conservation.

For Kids: Lanyard Activities

Kids trails and activities at Discovery Point; for explorers looking for an extra quest!

Treasure Hunt: Penguin on the Loose!

Emma the Penguin has waddled away from her nest and is going on her own adventure round Discovery Point & RRS Discovery; can you help us find her?

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Summer at Verdant Works

Step back in time at Verdant Works Museum this summer with a fascinating programme of tours, demonstrations and more.

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Summer at Discovery Point is supported by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

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