DISTRIBUTION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT OR RECOMMENDATION BY BROWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS. THE MUSEUM OF DISCOVERY AND SCIENCE IS LICENSED AND INSURED. 2024-2025
MODS EXPERIENCE PLANNER AND RESOURCE GUIDE
EXPLORE
Learn about everything MODS has to offer you and your learners: Peruse our menu of outreaches and STEMobile programs where we come to you! See page 9 for more details.
PLAN
If you need assistance planning your Museum experience after reviewing the checklist and FAQs (see page 6), please contact us.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Accommodations can be made for any special needs to foster a fun and user-friendly experience. See page 4 for more details.
RESERVE ONLINE
Once you’re ready to book your Museum experience, reserve online at mods.org/reservations.
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
The Mission of the Museum of Discovery and Science is Connecting People to Inspiring Science.
WELCOME TO THE 2024–2025 SCHOOL YEAR!
Discover what new adventures await! The Museum of Discovery and Science (MODS) is your #1 field trip partner. We look forward to being your destination for experiential STEM learning. Our engaging exhibits, enriching experiences and inquiry-based programs are designed to augment classroom curriculum. From grades Pre-K through 12, MODS programs align with Florida’s academic standards in science, math, social studies, the arts and health and wellness, creating a crosscurricular experience.
Did you know you can use Supplemental Arts and Sciences Program funding at MODS? These funds cover onsite field trips, offsite locations, summer and school programs, afterschool activities, STEMobile bookings, family science events and more. See page 4 for details. Title 1 Schools may be eligible for scholarships or FREE outreach experiences.
Explore endless creativity and Meaningful Play at the MAGNA-TILES® Studio, our new immersive educational exhibit. Engage in exciting activities that explore magnetism, vibrant colors, engineering feats and 3D building adventures.
Whether planning a field trip, organizing an outreach program (MODS STEMobile and customizable professional development that comes to you!) or using educator benefits, we’re here to support your educational goals.
To inspiring science and infinite discovery,
Joseph P. Cox President & CEO
CONNECTING WITH MODS
FREE* Professional Development Workshops
MODS offers a variety of professional development workshops tailored specifically to your educators’ or school’s goals at your school or onsite at MODS, designed to support STEM learning. Our customizable professional development programs can be hosted at your school for flexibility and convenience - or at the Museum.
Our experienced educators will engage teachers in collaborative discussions and model lessons directly in the teaching environment, making the learning experience highly relevant and immediately applicable. General themes include learning through play, making, tinkering, building and coding.
Workshop Options:
• 2-Hour Sessions: Ideal for a focused professional development experience that fits into a busy schedule.
• Half-Day Workshops: Allow for a deeper dive into STEM learning, including hands-on activities and collaborative planning.
• Full-Day Workshops: Provide an immersive experience with comprehensive coverage of STEM concepts and teaching strategies.
Educator Benefits
JOIN OUR EDUCATOR MEMBERSHIP PROGRAM!
The Educator Membership Program is available to all preschool, elementary, middle, high school and homeschool teachers and administrators in public and private schools in Broward, Palm Beach and Miami-Dade counties, for just $10 a year.
Email a copy of your current school I.D. or paycheck stub or your homeschool authorization letter from the district to members@mods.org School websites, health insurance cards or class syllabuses are not accepted forms of proof.
UPGRADE TO AN EDUCATOR FAMILY MEMBERSHIP
Bring the entire family all year long (up to two adults and four children) for $130 and receive these membership benefits:
• IMAX documentary admission each visit plus two complimentary exhibit guest passes and two IMAX documentory passes
• Two popcorn coupons
• $5 MODS Money
TEACHER GRANTS AVAILABLE
MODS has partnered with the Broward Education Foundation to offer grants for Broward County Public Schools educators. Check with the Broward Education Foundation for more details and eligibility.
FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES AND SENSORY-FRIENDLY ACCOMMODATIONS
Utilize Supplemental Arts and Sciences Program Funding
Did you know that elementary, middle and alternative/exceptional centers and schools can receive funds for student field trips or outreach programs with MODS?
Supplemental Arts and Sciences Program funding can be used for field trips and/or transportation to MODS. Also included are in-school programs offered by the Museum, such as STEMobile, outreach and assemblies.
• Funds must be used to directly benefit students through admission and program fees and/or transportation.
• Schools will receive categorical allocations from the School Board of Broward County, as well as procedures from the Internal Accounts Instructor to deposit the funds in the Internal Accounts.
• Any unused funds will be returned to the District at the end of the school year.
Ask your school’s principal or bookkeeper/field trip coordinator to access the Broward County Public Schools Supplemental Arts and Sciences Program funding. For more information, please visit browardschools.com/SASP.
Field Trip Funds and Grants
Field trip funds and grants may be available to schools through these partner organizations:
• Broward Education Foundation (browardedfoundation.org)
• Education Foundation of Palm Beach County (educationfoundationpbc.org)
• The Education Fund for Excellence in Miami-Dade Public Schools (educationfund.org)
• Grants for Teachers (teach.com)
• Target Field Trip Grants (cybergrants.com/target/fieldtrip)
• Broward County Supplemental Arts and Sciences Program (browardschools.com/SASP)
Sensory-Friendly Accommodations
MODS, in partnership with the University of Miami and Nova Southeastern University’s Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD), developed special programs and events for children and adults with autism and other sensory integration sensitivities for field trips and outreaches.
MODS education staff are trained by CARD and Neuro Consulting Solutions. Our programs are equipped with sensory bins, story and choice boards, visual cue cards, task analysis and a visual timeline to accommodate all needs. MODS’ sensory backpacks (including headphones, sensory toys and adaptive tools) are also available at the information desk and are appropriate for all ages. Sponsored by
ONSITE EXPERIENCE OPTIONS
There are six ways to visit MODS with your field trip or small group. Select from the options below. A lunchtime will be assigned based on the itinerary selected. There is a minimum of 12 learners for school group pricing.
Standards
MODS aligns with Florida Early Learning and Developmental Standards and Florida Standards, which are noted throughout this guide. For additional standards, please inquire with our guest experience team.
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MAKER
$17
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Options
1 Includes general Museum admission and one Makerspace activity.
2 Includes general Museum admission and one IMAX film.
3 Includes general Museum admission and one Lab OR Show.
4 Includes general Museum admission only.
5 Includes IMAX film and one Makerspace activity. Does not include Museum exploration.
6 Includes IMAX film only. Does not include Museum exploration.
* Please see pages 23-38 for the onsite IMAX film selection. (Click the images in the digital version to watch the previews.)
& IMAX
Chaperones $19
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Adult Chaperone Ratios
The adult chaperone/student ratio requirements are: 1:5 for grades Pre-K – 1 1:10 for grades 2 – 12 SATURDAY FIELD TRIPS for homeschooled learners, small groups and scouts are subject to availability and require three weeks’ advanced notice.
Pricing subject to change without notice.
IMAX films and schedule subject to change without notice. Add a Guided Tour: Explore a specific exhibit gallery led by one of our engaging STEM Educators. Gather your group (maximum 25 learners/chaperones) for a personalized 30-minute guided experience, priced at $50 per group. Full Museum tours are also available.
EXPERIENCE CHECKLIST
Use
This
Guide to Plan Your MODS Experience
1. PLANNING TIPS
•Choose three potential dates that work for you.
•Make a list of experiences you are interested in. (Please note capacities and grade levels.)
•Obtain a complete head count of adults and students.
•Know your organization’s contact information, including the school’s phone number, address and district.
2. SETTING UP YOUR EXPERIENCE
•Complete the online form at mods.org/reservations or call our guest experience department at 954.713.0930 Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m.– 4:30 p.m. A minimum of three weeks’ advanced notice is required.
•Please be prepared to share the information of the lead contact who will be present on the day of the experience.
•Reservations should be made for the maximum number of students and adults expected. For onsite at MODS experiences, the chaperone ratio for preschool through grade one is 1 chaperone for every 5 students (1:5). Grades two and higher is 1 chaperone for every 10 students (1:10).
•Please let the Museum guest experience team know if special accommodations are needed.
3. REVIEWING YOUR CONFIRMATION
•Watch for your confirmation email. Call our guest experience department at 954.713.0930 if you do not receive it.
•Carefully review your confirmation packet and call us immediately with any questions or revisions.
4. LUNCH (FOR ONSITE AT MODS EXPERIENCES ONLY)
•All groups will receive a 20-minute time slot in a designated lunch area to keep programs on schedule. Lunch options:
– PACK LUNCHES in boxes or coolers labeled with the school’s name. Limit coolers to 36x17x17 inches with wheels. No garbage bags will be allowed. Lead educators/chaperones are responsible for transporting lunches from the bus to the storage cart(s), which will be kept in an air-conditioned space until the group’s designated lunch time. Note: Refrigerators and microwaves are not available.
– PRE-ORDER BOX LUNCHES are available for groups from Elements Café. For more details regarding lunch options, or to place your order, please call our guest experience department at 954.713.0930 or complete the online form at mods.org/reservations (with three weeks’ advanced notice.)
5. EXPLORE STORE GIFT BAGS
•Let the learning continue by taking home a pre-packaged gift bag as a memory of your group’s MODS experience! Items vary.
•Gift bags are $10 per learner.
6. PAYMENTS
•Accepted forms of payment include cash, credit card (Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover), check or PO number. Full payment is required in advance of arrival at the Museum.
•Refunds cannot be issued when cancellations are made less than seven days before scheduled experience (this includes all components of your booked experience: IMAX films, shows, labs, STEMobile, Makerspace and more, and boxed lunch orders.)
•Final headcounts must be provided 14 days in advance. There are no refunds for headcount changes on the day of arrival.
7. THE DAY OF YOUR EXPERIENCE
•Onsite at MODS experiences:
– Please arrive 15-30 minutes early for check-in with your completed paperwork (copy of your reservation number and signed confirmation). Groups arriving by bus will access the Museum through the bus loop. Museum team members will meet the group at the bus with your daily schedule.
– Lead teacher/chaperone will check in at the box office to receive instructions and complete payment. Your group will be seated at available tables in the Atrium until the check-in process is completed.
– The bus loop is an active loading and unloading area. Buses must drop off passengers and remain offsite until the group is ready to be picked up. There is no parking or standing allowed.
•MODS Comes to You experiences:
– MODS educator(s) will arrive a minimum of 15-30 minutes before outreach to set-up.
– Programs are conducted in a classroom setting, while assemblies are held in a large gathering hall like a gym or cafeteria.
– Class rotations can be developed.
ONSITE SHOWS AND LABS
Pre-K - Grades 12
Get learners excited about STEM! Choose from a variety of age-appropriate live shows and labs that can support your curriculum goals.
SHOWS (30-MINUTES)
100 learners per show
Located in the To Fly exhibit hall on the second floor, the Keller Science Theater is the perfect place for learners to experience live animals, chemistry or a physical science show in a presentation format.
LABS (30-MINUTES)
25 learners per session
A MODS lab is an interactive, hands-on experiment led by a STEM educator in one of our speciallyequipped learning labs. There are a variety of options from which to select based on STEM objectives and grade level.
MAKERSPACE (45-MINUTES)
One class or up to 25 learners per session
Ideas take flight in our MODS Makerspace, The Hangar! Located in the To Fly exhibit hall, our staff-guided maker programs allow learners to ask, imagine, plan, create, test and improve in this state-of-the-art studio.
HOMESCHOOL/SMALL GROUP OPTIONS
Gather your homeschool network and come to MODS for an exciting field trip opportunity. Homeschool groups can access shows, labs and Makerspace with a minimum of 12 learners. Choose any of our activity options geared to your age range and interests. Pricing per learner/ chaperone is $19 with an IMAX documentary included. Add a Show for $3 per learner.
MAGNA-TILES® STUDIO (45-MINUTES)
One class or up to 25 learners per session
Located on the second floor, the MAGNA-TILES® Studio is a vibrant space celebrating endless creativity and Meaningful Play, where learners can build everything from simple shapes to soaring towers.
DISCOVERY SPOT (45-MINUTES)
One class or up to a grade level per session
Located on the first floor, young scientists (ages 0-6) can explore Florida’s ecosystems through hands-on fun at the Discovery Spot. This experience, guided by MODS early childhood educators, takes children through the Citrus Grove, Ocean to Air and Everglades areas, where they can splash, climb, tinker and learn science concepts in an engaging, interactive setting.
Add a Guided Tour: Explore a specific exhibit gallery led by one of our engaging STEM Educators. Gather your group (maximum 25 learners/chaperones) for a personalized 30-minute guided experience, priced at $50 per group. Full Museum tours are also available.
MARCH 8, 2025
The Visit Lauderdale Science Festival, presented by Florida Prepaid College plans and hosted at the Museum of Discovery and Science in downtown Fort Lauderdale, inspires our community to connect, create, innovate and celebrate STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) in our lives. This Festival features spectacular events, environmental films, engaging exhibitors and exciting demonstrations to make science accessible, interactive and fun for all!
GET INVOLVED!
CALL FOR EXHIBITORS, SPONSORS, FOOD TRUCKS AND VOLUNTEERS
The Festival is a large-scale, highly visible, indoor and outdoor STEM showcase with a projected audience of 10,000+ families, sciencelovers and festival-goers of all ages. MODS is preparing a full program of events and experiences.
We invite you to get involved!
OUTREACH EXPERIENCES AND STEMOBILE PRE-K - GRADE 12
STEMobile Mobile Makerspace
Let us bring the MODS STEMobile to you! Our Mobile Makerspace delivers inquiry-based experiences to your school, organization or community center with unique and immersive STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) programming led by STEM educators. Programs can be customized for time, group size and age group.
EXPERIENTIAL CLASSROOM
(minimum two – 45-minute sessions with one class or up to 25 learners per session)
• Cost: $525
• Each Additional Session: $225
DROP-IN/FESTIVAL STYLE
(minimum two – 45-minute sessions)
• Cost: $600
• Each Additional Session: $250
THEMES
TO FLY
Blast off with the science of flight! Learners will explore forces and defy gravity while discovering the science of flight and related aviation careers from the ground to the sky!
CLEVER CODERS
Our programmers can become Clever Coders! Learners will explore how puzzles and patterns are the building blocks of codes with a mix of on-and-off-screen activities sure to engage and challenge young minds!
EVERGLADES ADVENTURE
Your learners will become eco-engineers, learning about habitats and ecology while using the design-engineering process to help native wildlife and humans thrive together.
STEAM
Full STEAM ahead! Learners will use their creativity and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) skills, learning science concepts while creating fantastic art!
SOLAR POWER
How can the power of the sun become usable electricity? Learners will delve into the variety of solar options, learning about energy and circuits while working through an engineering challenge.
WEATHER THE STORM
Get ready for your class to be blown away! Learners will explore weather-related challenges and phenomena (hurricanes, floods or tornadoes) as they take on an engineering challenge to design a creative solution to weather the storm.
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OUTREACH EXPERIENCES PRE-K - GRADE 12
This is science that really travels! Did you know that MODS can facilitate Museum programming and curricula on location in your classroom, organization or community center? Our STEM educators are specially trained to bring enriching assemblies, in-school field trips and classroom activities inside or outside at your location. Learners will make connections and gain new understanding all from the comfort of your space!
IN-SCHOOL ASSEMBLY
(minimum two - 45-minute shows/120 learners per show)
• Cost: $490
• Each Additional Session: $175
Gather classes for a large-scale live animal presentation. See pages 13-22 for more details.
CLASSROOM SESSION
(minimum two - 45-minute sessions/one class or up to 25 learners per session)
• Cost: $340
• Each Additional Session: $120
A STEM educator will lead an interactive session for your class. Choose from a variety of subjects ranging from nature and science to environmental sustainability, health and wellness. See pages 13-22 for more details.
First Steps in Science
The Discovery Spot features themes representing iconic Florida environments and experiences – from Ocean to Air and the Everglades to the Citrus Grove – where children (ages 0-6 and their families) can splash, climb, tinker and explore. Each area supports a child’s open-ended, role-playing and imaginative play. The exhibit encourages risk-taking that develops confidence and efficacy. Layers of learning include multiple levels of challenge, complexity and social structure.
Book time in the Discovery Spot, from 9 a.m. – 10 a.m. Pre-registration required.
Meaningful Play Awaits
Trusted by Parents, Recommended by Educators, Loved by Kids. Fun for the Entire Family!
The MAGNA-TILES® Studio is a vibrant celebration of endless creativity and Meaningful Play. Whether building simple shapes or soaring towers, discover the amazing potential of MAGNA-TILES® play. It’s not just a studio; it’s a world of possibilities waiting to be explored.
Presented by
Book time in MAGNA-TILES® Studio, from 9 a.m. - 10 a.m. Pre-registration required. (See page 7 for details.)
ONSITE EXPERIENCES EARLY CHILDHOOD PRE-K
Shows
ANIMAL AMBASSADORS
Learners will meet some of MODS’ resident animal ambassadors and hear about each animal’s unique behaviors, physical features and survival techniques. Learners will gain a better understanding of these wild creatures and how they are unique from other animals.**
IMAX Film Match: Animal Kingdom, Australia (Opening October 2024), Jane Goodall’s Reasons for Hope, Serengeti, Wings Over Water
FELDS* Domain: Life Science.
Sponsored by
Facilitated Exhibit Experiences
MAKERSPACE
Each STEMobile theme (see page 9) has a full menu of program options that can be adapted to a Makerspace experience. Contact us to customize your Makerspace experience.
IMAX Film Match: City of the Future, The Blue Angels (Opening January 2025)
FELDS* Domain: Scientific Inquiry, Patterns, Life Sciences and Environmental.
MAGNA-TILES® STUDIO
Learners can build everything from simple shapes to soaring towers in this vibrant space, celebrating endless creativity and Meaningful Play.
IMAX Film Match: City of the Future
FELDS* Domain: Patterns, Geometry and Spatial Relations.
Sponsored by
Add a Guided Tour: Explore a specific exhibit gallery led by one of our engaging STEM Educators. Gather your group (maximum 25 learners/chaperones) for a personalized 30-minute guided experience, priced at $50 per group. Full Museum tours are also available.
*Florida Early Learning and Developmental Standards
**For the welfare of our animals, the number and species of animals depends on availability.
about our STEMobile Programs on page 9.
OUTREACH EXPERIENCES EARLY CHILDHOOD PRE-K
Assembly
ANIMAL AMBASSADORS
Learners will meet some of MODS’ resident animal ambassadors and hear about each animal’s unique behaviors, physical features and survival techniques. Learners will gain a better understanding of these wild creatures and how they are unique from other animals.**
FELDS* Domain: Life Science.
Sponsored by
NITRO CLOUD
Learners will explore one of the most fascinating chemicals: liquid nitrogen. See how liquid nitrogen affects other materials and chemicals, how clouds form and witness a nitrogen cloud.
FELDS* Domain: Earth and Space.
Classroom
DISCOVER THE COSMOS WITH OUR GEODOME PLANETARIUM!
Learners will experience an exhilarating cosmic journey with the Museum’s state-of-the-art portable GeoDome Planetarium!
ONE WORLD, ONE SKY
Learners will join Elmo, Big Bird and Hu Hu Zhu in a magical planetarium adventure, exploring the night sky, taking an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, counting stars and learning basic principles of math, geometry, astronomy, physics and cultural connections.
FELDS* Domain: Earth and Space Science.
Sponsored by
•Capacity: Accommodates up to 25 stargazers (adults and children) per session.
•Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible with an open doorway for a warm welcome to all cosmic enthusiasts.
•Technology: Cutting-edge projection system for an extraordinary stargazing session.
•Community Outreach: Engage in thrilling programs where learning about the cosmos becomes an adventure.
Note: The GeoDome Planetarium is available for indoor facilities only, with ceilings at least 13 feet high, a width of 27 feet and doors at least 4 feet wide. It cannot be placed outdoors. The GeoDome cannot be transported up staircases.
Cost: $525 for two (2) 45-minute sessions/ $225 per additional session. Maximum 4 sessions per visit.
Sponsored by
*Florida Early Learning and Developmental Standards
ONSITE EXPERIENCES GRADES K-2
Shows
ANIMAL AMBASSADORS
Learners will meet some of MODS’ resident animal ambassadors and hear about each animal’s unique behaviors, physical features and survival techniques. Learners will gain a better understanding of these wild creatures and how they are unique from other animals.**
IMAX Film Match: Animal Kingdom, Australia (Opening October 2024), Blue Whales, Jane Goodall’s Reasons for Hope, Serengeti, Wings Over Water
Learners will hear about the different states of matter and the many ways we can chemically change the matter around us. Learners also will witness fire, sparks and large explosions as they explore the science behind these chemical reactions.
IMAX Film Match: Asteroid Hunters, Dream Big Standards: SC.K.P.9.1, SC.1.N.1.2, SC.2.P.8.2, SC.2.P.9.1
PANTHER PROWL
Florida panthers are endangered and critical to our ecosystem. This augmented reality experience allows learners to connect with the Florida panther and conservation. The interactive show is accessible through the Museum of Discovery and Science mobile app on iOS and Android devices.
IMAX Film Match: Animal Kingdom, Back from the Brink, Into America’s Wild, Jane Goodall’s Reasons for Hope, Serengeti
Standards: SC.K.L.14.3, SC.1.L.14.1, SC.2.L.17.2
Sponsored by
Labs
WONDERFUL WATER
This hands-on science lab will cover unique properties of water that make it one of the most interesting molecules on Earth.
IMAX Film Match: Ancient Caves, Deep Sea, Legends of the Enchanted Reef, Ocean Odyssey, Secrets of the Sea, Wings Over Water Standards: SC.K.P.8.1, SC.K.N.1.2, SC.1.P.8.1, SC.1.N.1.1, SC.2.P.8.4, SC.2.N.1.1
**For the welfare of our animals, the number and species of animals included depends on availability. Our permit currently allows us to bring select MODS animal ambassadors to offsite locations in the tri-county area (Broward, Miami-Dade and Palm Beach.)
Facilitated Exhibit Experiences
MAKERSPACE
Each STEMobile theme (see page 9) has a full menu of program options that can be adapted to a Makerspace experience. Contact us to customize your Makerspace experience.
IMAX Film Match: City of the Future, Space Station, The Blue Angels (Opening January 2025)
Learners will meet some of MODS’ resident animal ambassadors and hear about each animal’s unique behaviors, physical features and survival techniques. Learners will gain a better understanding of these wild creatures and how they are unique from other animals.**
Learners will explore one of the most fascinating chemicals: liquid nitrogen. See how liquid nitrogen affects other materials and chemicals, how clouds form and witness a nitrogen cloud.
Standards: SC.2.P.8.2, SC.2.P.8.3
Classroom
FAIRY TALE FUN
Learners will explore and interact with the classic fairy tale of the Three Little Pigs as they engineer houses using different materials to test their durability against wind forces.
Standards: SC.K.N.1.4, SC.1.N.1.1, SC.2.N.1.1
DISCOVER THE COSMOS WITH OUR GEODOME PLANETARIUM
Learners will experience an exhilarating cosmic journey with the Museum’s state-of-the-art portable GeoDome Planetarium!
JOURNEY THROUGH THE STARS!
Learners will explore the differences between comets, asteroids, planets and stars, and understand their surfaces and relation to Earth.
Standards: SC.K.E.5.5, SC.1.E.5.1, SC.2.N.1.1
• Capacity: Accommodates up to 25 stargazers (adults and children) per session.
• Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible with an open doorway for a warm welcome to all cosmic enthusiasts.
• Technology: Cutting-edge projection system for an extraordinary stargazing session.
• Community Outreach: Engage in thrilling programs where learning about the cosmos becomes an adventure.
Note: The GeoDome Planetarium is available for indoor facilities only, with ceilings at least 13 feet high, a width of 27 feet and doors at least 4 feet wide. It cannot be placed outdoors. The GeoDome cannot be transported up staircases.
Cost: $525 for two (2) 45-minute sessions/ $225 per additional session. Maximum 4 sessions per visit.
Sponsored by
ONSITE EXPERIENCES GRADES 3-5
Shows
KABOOM!
Learners will explore the different states of matter and the many ways we can chemically change the matter around us. Learners also will witness fire, sparks and large explosions as they explore the science behind these chemical reactions.
IMAX Film Match: Asteroid Hunters
Standards: SC.3.P.10.2, SC.4.P.10.2, SC.5.P.10.2
ANIMAL AMBASSADORS
Learners will meet some of MODS’ resident animal ambassadors and hear about each animal’s unique behaviors, physical features and survival techniques. Learners will gain a better understanding of these wild creatures and how they are unique from other animals.**
IMAX Film Match: Animal Kingdom, Australia (Opening October 2024), Blue Whales, Jane Goodall’s Reasons for Hope, Serengeti, Wings Over Water
Standards: SC.3.L15.1, SC.4.L.16.3, SC.5.L.15.1
Sponsored by
PANTHER PROWL
Florida panthers are endangered and critical to our ecosystem. This augmented reality experience allows learners to connect with the Florida panther and conservation. The interactive show is accessible through the Museum of Discovery and Science mobile app on iOS and Android devices.
IMAX Film Match: Animal Kingdom, Australia (Opening October 2024), Back from the Brink, Jane Goodall’s Reasons for Hope, Serengeti
Standards: SC.3.L.15.1, SC.4.L.17.4, SC.5.L.17.1
Sponsored by
Labs
GUTS, GOO AND POO
Learners will discover the revolting things our body systems can do, all in the name of keeping everyone safe and healthy. They also will investigate snot, diapers and more in this “gross anatomy” lab.
IMAX Film Match: Superhuman Body, Wings Over Water
Each STEMobile theme (see page 9) has a full menu of program options that can be adapted to a Makerspace experience. Contact us to customize your Makerspace experience.
IMAX Film Match: City of the Future, Dream Big, The Blue Angels (Opening January 2025)
**For the welfare of our animals, the number and species of animals included depends on availability. Our permit currently allows us to bring select MODS animal ambassadors to offsite locations in the tri-county area (Broward, Miami-Dade and Palm Beach.)
OUTREACH EXPERIENCES GRADES 3-5
Assembly
ANIMAL AMBASSADORS
Learners will meet some of MODS’ resident animal ambassadors and hear about each animal’s unique behaviors, physical features and survival techniques. Learners will gain a better understanding of these wild creatures and how they are unique from other animals.**
Standards: SC.3.L.15.1, SC.4.L.16.3, SC.5.L.17.1
Sponsored by
NITRO CLOUD
Learners will explore one of the most fascinating chemicals: liquid nitrogen. See how liquid nitrogen affects other materials and chemicals, how clouds form and witness a nitrogen cloud.
Learners will experience an exhilarating cosmic journey with the Museum’s state-of-the-art portable GeoDome Planetarium!
NIGHT SKY ADVENTURE
Learners will explore the Milky Way Galaxy, discovering bright stars, planets, and constellations while learning how bodies in space move in predictable patterns.
Standards: SC.3.E.5.3, SC.4.E.5.3, SC.5.E.5.3
•Capacity: Accommodates up to 25 stargazers (adults and children) per session.
•Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible with an open doorway for a warm welcome to all cosmic enthusiasts.
•Technology: Cutting-edge projection system for an extraordinary stargazing session.
•Community Outreach: Engage in thrilling programs where learning about the cosmos becomes an adventure.
Note: The GeoDome Planetarium is available for indoor facilities only, with ceilings at least 13 feet high, a width of 27 feet and doors at least 4 feet wide. It cannot be placed outdoors. The GeoDome cannot be transported up staircases.
Cost: $525 for two (2) 45-minute sessions/ $225 per additional session. Maximum 4 sessions per visit.
Sponsored by
ONSITE EXPERIENCES GRADES 6-8
Shows
ANIMAL AMBASSADORS
Learners will meet some of MODS’ resident animal ambassadors and hear about each animal’s unique behaviors, physical features and survival techniques. Learners will gain a better understanding of these wild creatures and how they are unique from other animals.**
IMAX Film Match: Animal Kingdom, Australia (Opening October 2024), Blue Whales, Jane Goodall’s Reasons for Hope, Serengeti, Wings Over Water
Standards: SC.6.L.15.1, SC.7.L.17.2, SC.8.L.18.4
Sponsored by
KABOOM!
Learners will hear about the different states of matter and the many ways we can chemically change the matter around us. Learners also will witness fire, sparks and large explosions as they explore the science behind these chemical reactions.
IMAX Film Match: Asteroid Hunters
Standards: SC.6.P.11.1, SC.7.P.11.3, SC.8.P.9.2
PANTHER PROWL
Florida panthers are endangered and critical to our ecosystem. This augmented reality experience allows learners to connect with the Florida panther and conservation. The interactive show is accessible through the Museum of Discovery and Science mobile app on iOS and Android devices.
IMAX Film Match: Animal Kingdom, Australia (Opening October 2024), Back from the Brink, Jane Goodall’s Reasons for Hope, Serengeti
Standards: SC.6.L.15.1, SC.7.L.15.3, SC.8.L.18.4
Sponsored by
Labs
NISE CHEMISTRY LAB
Created by the National Informal STEM Educators (NISE) Network and the American Chemical Society, this lab will engage learners through rotating station-based activities including battery building, environmental cleanup and scent molecules.
IMAX Film Match: Arctic: Our Frozen Planet, Blue Whales, Dream Big, Legend of the Enchanted Reef
Standards: SC.6.P.11.1, SC.7.N.1.4, SC.8.P.8.9
SENSATIONAL SQUIDS
Squids look very different from fish in the ocean! Learners will explore the unique anatomy of cephalopods through this hands-on dissection to learn how they move, eat and why they are so important to the marine food chain.
IMAX Film Match: Ancient Caves, Blue Whales, Deep Sea, Legend of the Enchanted Reef, Ocean Odyssey, Secrets of the Sea Standards: SC.6.L.15.1, SC.7.L.17.3, SC.8.N.1.5
Facilitated Exhibit Experiences
MAKERSPACE
Each STEMobile theme (see page 9) has a full menu of program options that c an be adapted to a Makerspace experience. Contact us to customize your Makerspace experience.
IMAX Film Match: City of the Future, Dream Big, The Blue Angels (Opening January 2025)
**For the welfare of our animals, the number and species of animals included depends on availability. Our permit currently allows us to bring select MODS animal ambassadors to offsite locations in the tri-county area (Broward, Miami-Dade and Palm Beach.)
OUTREACH EXPERIENCES GRADES 6-8
Assembly
ANIMAL AMBASSADORS
Learners will meet some of MODS’ resident animal ambassadors and hear about each animal’s unique behaviors, physical features and survival techniques. Learners will gain a better understanding of these wild creatures and how they are unique from other animals.**
Standards: SC.6.L.15.1, SC.7.L.15.3, SC.8.N.2.1
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NITRO CLOUD
Learners will explore one of the most fascinating chemicals: liquid nitrogen. See how liquid nitrogen affects other materials and chemicals, how clouds form and witness a nitrogen cloud in their presence.
Standards: SC.6.E.7.3, SC.7.E.6.6, SC.8.E.5.2
Classroom
DISCOVER THE COSMOS WITH OUR GEODOME PLANETARIUM
Learners will experience an exhilarating cosmic journey with the Museum’s state-of-the-art portable GeoDome Planetarium!
FROM STARDUST TO SUPERNOVA
Learners will journey through a globular star cluster, witnessing star evolution and understanding the dynamics of stellar clusters through scientific visualization.
Standards: SC.6.P.13.1, SC.7.P.10.1, SC.8.E.5.2
•Capacity: Accommodates up to 25 stargazers (adults and children) per session.
•Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible with an open doorway for a warm welcome to all cosmic enthusiasts.
•Technology: Cutting-edge projection system for an extraordinary stargazing session.
•Community Outreach: Engage in thrilling programs where learning about the cosmos becomes an adventure.
Note: The GeoDome Planetarium is available for indoor facilities only, with ceilings at least 13 feet high, a width of 27 feet and doors at least 4 feet wide. It cannot be placed outdoors. The GeoDome cannot be transported up staircases.
Cost: $525 for two (2) 45-minute sessions/ $225 per additional session.
Maximum 4 sessions per visit.
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*Florida Early Learning and Developmental Standards
ONSITE EXPERIENCES GRADES 9-12
Shows KABOOM!
Learners will hear about the different states of matter and the many ways we can chemically change the matter around us. Learners also will witness fire, sparks and large explosions as they explore the science behind these chemical reactions.
Florida panthers are endangered and critical to our ecosystem. This augmented reality experience allows learners to connect with the Florida panther and conservation. The interactive show is accessible through the Museum of Discovery and Science mobile app on iOS and Android devices.
IMAX Film Match: Animal Kingdom, Australia (Opening October 2024), Back from the Brink, Into America’s Wild, Jane Goodall’s Reasons for Hope, Serengeti
Standards: SC.912.L.17.4, SC.912.L.17.8
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Facilitated Exhibit Experiences
MAKERSPACE
Each STEMobile theme (see page 9) has a full menu of program options that can be adapted to a Makerspace experience. Contact us to customize your Makerspace experience.
IMAX Film Match: City of the Future, Dream Big, The Blue Angels (Opening January 2025)
**For the welfare of our animals, the number and species of animals included depends on availability. Our permit currently allows us to bring select MODS animal ambassadors to offsite locations in the tri-county area (Broward, Miami-Dade and Palm Beach.)
OUTREACH EXPERIENCES GRADES 9-12
Assembly
WISE BODIES FREE SCHOOL OUTREACH***
In this FREE 45-minute hands-on curriculum on HIV and STDs, learners will understand how people contract infectious diseases and how humans prevent the spread of disease. Wise Bodies has been approved by the Broward County Public School District.
Learners will experience an exhilarating cosmic journey with the Museum’s state-of-the-art portable GeoDome Planetarium! FROM
STARDUST TO SUPERNOVA
Learners will journey through a globular star cluster, witnessing star evolution and understanding the dynamics of stellar clusters through scientific visualization.
Standards: SC.912.E.5.3, SC.8.E.5.2
•Capacity: Accommodates up to 25 stargazers (adults and children) per session.
•Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible with an open doorway for a warm welcome to all cosmic enthusiasts.
•Technology: Cutting-edge projection system for an extraordinary stargazing session.
•Community Outreach: Engage in thrilling programs where learning about the cosmos becomes an adventure.
Note: The GeoDome Planetarium is available for indoor facilities only, with ceilings at least 13 feet high, a width of 27 feet and doors at least 4 feet wide. It cannot be placed outdoors. The GeoDome cannot be transported up staircases.
Cost: $525 for two (2) 45-minute sessions/ $225 per additional session. Maximum 4 sessions per visit.
*Florida Early Learning and Developmental Standards
IMAX FILM LIBRARY
Films aligned with Florida State Standards. 45-minutes. Recommended for general audiences ages 5+.
Seeing a film in the AutoNation® IMAX® 3D Theater is an unparalleled superior viewing experience. Boom! Every element in our Theater is strategically designed and positioned using precise standards to create the most intense and immersive experience. This science is in theater geometry, ensuring movie magic every time the lights go down!
The AutoNation® IMAX® 3D Theater has a six-story-high screen that is large enough to show a whale life-size. And bigger is only the beginning. No other IMAX in south Florida even comes close in sound or resolution. Clarity, detail and size make IMAX more than a movie and showcases the best possible version of a filmmaker’s vision.
The AutoNation® IMAX® 3D Theater is one of only three theaters in Florida that has been designated as a Certified Giant Screen Cinema® by the Giant Screen Cinema Association.
FREE teacher resource guides are available for most IMAX documentaries upon request.
Explorers travel the world searching vast underground caves for geologic “fingerprints” that reveal clues about Earth’s climate history.
will explore this dynamic ecosystem with its indigenous people and wildlife who have found ways to survive and live in harmony with these extreme temperatures.
Learners will venture into deep space for a fascinating look at asteroids, the potential threat they pose to our world and see the technology that may one day protect our planet.
Learners
Explorers will go on an adventure and meet animals that keep the planet ticking just as it should.
Learners will experience breathtaking views of Earth from space with stunning visuals captured by International Space Station astronauts and NASA.
IMAX FILM LIBRARY
Learners will journey through Australia’s wild landscapes, exploring unique flora, fauna, and ancient formations. From the Nullarbor cliffs to Northern Territory wetlands and red deserts, encounter humpback whales, baby birds and eagles, uncovering unique stories of each destination.
Learners will explore sustainable smart cities powered by renewable energy, space-based solar panels, and maglev trains, designed by engineers for a better future. Experience this vision of tomorrow on the giant screen.
Learners will explore with 10-year-old Dana who sees dinosaurs in the real world and completes an experiment to discover the whereabouts of all the kid dinosaurs.
Learners will be immersed in the remarkable true story of three animal species rescued from the brink of extinction, shown on the giant screen.
Explore remote corners of the ocean and discover a long-lost Blue Whale pod along with dolphins, sharks, orcas, sea lions and turtles.
Learners will be transported deep below the ocean surface and swim with some of the planet’s most unique, dangerous and colorful creatures to understand this inspiring underworld.
Explorers will journey to the south polar landscapes of Antarctica hundreds of millions of years ago to roam among the primitive forests and thick swamps with bizarre dinosaurs and colossal amphibians.
Learners will journey to the beginning of time and space with NASA’s Webb Telescope, exploring cosmic landscapes and exoplanets. Experience the universe like never before.
Learners will be exposed to the hidden world behind the most exciting inventions and structures across the world on this journey through engineering’s greatest wonders.
IMAX FILM LIBRARY
Learners will follow the monarch butterfly migration and discover the insect’s life pattern.
Learners will go on an unforgettable cross-country adventure into the hidden wonders of the natural world and the most beautiful yet untamed landscapes of America.
Explorers will travel with a three-month-old baby whale down one of the Earth’s great ocean highways to discover the incredible world of ocean currents.
Learners will journey to a land of grizzlies, wolves, sea otters and the rarest bear on the planet.
Learners will journey around the globe drawing on naturalist Jane Goodall’s four pillars that signal tremendous hope for the future: the amazing human intellect, the resilience of nature, the power and dedication of young people and the indomitable human spirit.
Explorers will join field biologist James Lea on a journey through the oceans to uncover the lives of sharks and rays. This 20-minute educational film for school field trips offers a compelling look at the hidden wonders of the natural world and the importance of conservation.
Explorers will join seven astronauts aboard the Space Shuttle Atlantis on a mission to repair the Hubble Space Telescope, captured in stunning IMAX 3D.
Learners will go on a colorful coral reef adventure with Shorty, Indigo and Jake across the polluted ocean to find an underwater haven free from humans.
Learners will join panda Qian Qian on an exciting journey in the mountains of Sichuan as she takes her first steps outside the protected habitat, discovering her true animal nature.
IMAX FILM LIBRARY
Learners will meet an array of marine critters and see how they interact with each other and their environment revealing the many wonders and mysteries of our ocean world.
Learners will travel 220 miles above Earth at 17,500 mph to experience the first-ever IMAX 3D space film. This cinematic journey captures the international partnership of 16 nations building the ISS, a laboratory in space, and the challenges and triumphs of life in zero gravity.
Explorers will investigate climate change through extreme sports and expert insights, highlighting the fragility and importance of Earth’s glaciers.
Learners will travel across the vast plains and experience one of nature’s largest mammal migrations on the planet.
Learners will delve into groundbreaking medical innovations like CAR T-cell immunotherapy, uncovering the intricate workings of the human body in the fight against leukemia.
Learners will discover the legendary T. Rex and its tyrannical cousins, exploring the latest paleontological discoveries and the enduring fascination with this iconic dinosaur.
Learners will explore the dawn of a second Golden Age of Space, where innovators and engineers race to make human spaceflight accessible and affordable.
Learners will be immersed in the cockpit with the Navy’s elite Flight Demonstration Squadron, witnessing breathtaking maneuvers that define them as the world’s premier jet team.
Learners will see the triumphs and challenges of three bird species—the Sandhill crane, the Yellow warbler and the Mallard duck—as they head home to the prairies to raise their young.
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FIRST FLOOR PERMANENT EXHIBITS
Included with Museum Admission
(ages 6 and under)
Enjoy a fun and engaging exhibit that offers numerous opportunities for adult-child collaboration in zones packed with one-of-a-kind experiences. The Discovery Spot, presented by JM Family Enterprises, features themes representing iconic Florida environments and experiences – from Ocean to Air and the Everglades to the Citrus Grove – where children can splash, climb, tinker and explore. Each area supports a child’s open-ended, role-playing and imaginative play. The exhibit encourages risk-taking that develops confidence and efficacy. Pre-registration is required for groups.
Meet the native plants and animals that call Florida home and learn how exotic species are invading the ecosystem. See sharks, coral, alligators, sea turtles and snakes as you go on an indoor nature hike through Florida’s various habitats.
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FIRST FLOOR PERMANENT EXHIBITS
Included with Museum Admission
Go 65 million years back in time and get a new perspective on Florida’s prehistoric past and how it was shaped by climate change and changes in sea levels. Step into the mouth of a giant megalodon, confront a sabertoothed cat and an Imperial Mammoth to learn how they came to live in ancient Florida.
Observe and learn about the rescued North American river otters in their own two-story habitat, complete with swimming pool and waterfall.
FIRST FLOOR PERMANENT EXHIBITS
Included with Museum Admission
Jump, swing and discover the principles of physics and engineering through engaging giant full-body exhibits, including a ball range, bottle rockets, a tennis ball launcher, giant levers, kaleidoscopes, pulleys, roller coaster, a wheel roll, sound station, sun spotter and FPL SolarNowTM solar tree.
If you are interested in taking a tour of the MODS Food Forest inside the Science Park, please contact booking@mods.org. Learn how to start your own at-home food forest by identifying plants that are adapted to thrive in our tropical climate. You could even taste some food grown at MODS!*
* Participants must be at least 12 years old. Tastings of produce from the MODS Food Forest depend on availability.
Feel the rush of hurricane force winds in the hurricane simulator, touch the vortex of a 10-foot tornado, generate a cloud, peer into a plasma sphere and become a meteorologist in the WSVN News Center.
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SECOND FLOOR PERMANENT EXHIBITS
Included with Museum Admission
To Fly
Explore three different replica cockpit simulators: the Lockheed-Martin F-35 Joint Strike fighter; the Edge 540, an aerobatic single engine aircraft; and the Vought F4U Corsair, a WWII fighter plane. Go on an exhilarating flight through the sky in the 7D capsule theater with multisensory effects.
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Keller Science Theater
Enjoy exciting demonstrations of physical and chemical phenomena, live animal shows and special science shows. Learn about everything from liquid nitrogen to snakes from our knowledgeable STEM educators who can turn any science topic into an unforgettable experience of discovery and exploration. The theater can seat up to 100 learners.
Presented by Stephen A. Keller
SECOND FLOOR PERMANENT EXHIBITS
Included with Museum Admission
All systems go! Blast off with the Peanuts in Space activity corner now in MODS’ To Fly exhibit. The Museum joined forces with NASA to propel young explorers to discover STEM in space. Shoot for the stars with Snoopy & Friends as they soar through missions and activities engineered for all ages.
The Hangar Makerspace
Prepare for a thrilling adventure in The Hangar — a hands-on, high-energy idea hub! This dynamic space is where science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) come alive in the most exciting ways. Dive into a world of curiosity, tinkering, discovery and problem-solving, where every creation is a new adventure. Experienced Museum educators guide participants through engineering unique inventions. Whether building, experimenting or letting imagination run wild, The Hangar is where ideas take flight and creativity knows no limits.
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Design! Build! Play! KEVA
Build a bridge, a skyscraper or design your own structure in our KEVA exhibit. These simple wooden planks provide endless possibilities for guests to think and create in three dimensions, working together to unravel physics challenges using principles of balance, geometric shapes and stability to build creations with structural integrity.
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SECOND FLOOR PERMANENT EXHIBITS
Included with Museum Admission
Discovery Labs
Learners can participate in exciting lab programs in the Mangurian Foundation Lifelong Learning Center. Choose from a variety of stimulating discovery labs adjusted for grade level. Additional fee required (see page 7.)
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Powerful You!
This exhibit features four exciting zones: Powerful Team, Powerful Pulse, Powerful You and The Cutting Edge, highlighting the amazing miracle of your body and the tools used by health professionals to keep you healthy! Students will be able to use robots to conduct simulated surgery, drive a DUI simulator, learn all about the importance of the “golden hour,” learn how to stay healthy and test their flexibility, balance and heartbeat. PLEASE NOTE: MODS wishes to notify our guests that the POWERFUL YOU! exhibit contains authentic human remains.
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Dino Dana Adventures
Stomp throughout the Dino Dana exhibit to discover spectacular science in a prehistoric-meets-modernday experience! As paleontologists in training, Dana invites you to meet her friends and come along on an epic adventure to learn about prehistoric creatures. Meet in Dana’s room, explore the Dinosaur Boneyard, then experiment with the coolest Fossil Hunt augmented reality (AR).
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SECOND FLOOR PERMANENT EXHIBITS
Included with Museum Admission
Trusted by Parents, Recommended by Educators, Loved by Kids. Fun for the Entire Family!
The MAGNA-TILES® Studio is a vibrant celebration of endless creativity and Meaningful Play. Whether building simple shapes or soaring towers, discover the amazing potential of MAGNA-TILES® play. It’s not just a studio; it’s a world of possibilities waiting to be explored.
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Little learners can find BIG discoveries in the early childhood learning lab designed especially for early learners ages 0-6. Upon entering the space, learners will be transported to a rich nature-filled south Florida backyard landscape complete with native plants and wildlife which they will experience from the perspective of a small insect. Sprouting STEM programming hosted within the lab will include hands-on STEM activities, arts, music, story time and more.
Touch real lava, make a “volcano” erupt, to see how new rocks and land masses are formed and explore more than 60 different minerals, rocks and ammonites.
Graves Museum Collection
Carol Jacobs Mineral & Ammonite Collection
TRAVELING EXHIBITS
Included with Museum Admission
Scooby-Doo!™ Mansion Mayhem
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September 20, 2024 – January 5, 2025
Ruh-roh! Scooby-Doo and the gang need guests’ help to solve a gem of a mystery in the SCOOBY-DOO!™ Mansion Mayhem exhibit. Guests are invited to work alongside Mystery Inc. to solve the case of the jewel-thieving ghost. Summoning their courage, guests will enter the exhibit ready to observe, ask questions and interpret clues to help the gang crack the case!
• The mysteries of Scooby-Doo deliver laughter, thrills and spooky fun that make supernatural sleuthing enjoyable for fans of all ages.
• The meddling kids, mysteries, monsters and munchies of Scooby-Doo have captivated generations of kids and adults, encouraging them to share personal memories and favorite Scooby moments while creating new ones together.
• The exhibit encourages friends and teammates to work together to uncover the truth by combining unique talents and skills to make careful observations, ask questions and interpret clues.
Exhibit included with admission.
Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum: The Exhibit
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January 17 - May 11, 2025
Based on the popular PBS KIDS® TV Series. Step into the world of Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum, where you can travel through time alongside Xavier, Yadina and Brad. Join them on extraordinary adventures as they learn from historical figures during their childhoods.
Sneak through a hidden passage in the Dinosaur Diorama, slide into the Secret Museum and unlock your next destination using hologram power. Meet paleontologist Mary Anning to uncover dinosaur bones and assemble skeletons. Explore Marie Curie’s chemist lab to experiment with lab equipment and examine x-rays.
Sketch plant life and plant seeds in the Secret Garden with botanist George Washington Carver. Visit the Hall of Heroes to wear a red cape like Brad’s, create a self-portrait and discover how to be a hero today. Embark on a scavenger hunt in the Secret Museum to find artifacts and hidden treasures, meeting historical figures like Alexander Graham Bell, Theodore Roosevelt and Sacagawea along the way.
Exhibit included with Museum admission.
Riddle and The Secret Museum is
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highly acclaimed children’s book series by Brad Meltzer and Chris Eliopoulos, Ordinary People Change the World. Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum: The Exhibit is a nationally traveling exhibit created by The Magic House, St. Louis Children’s Museum in collaboration with 9 Story Media Group, Inc.
TRAVELING EXHIBITS
Included with Museum Admission
Expedition: Dinosaur Rise of the Mammals
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May 23 - September 1, 2025
Explore 66 million years ago when dinosaurs ruled with Expedition: Dinosaur Rise of the Mammals. Step into a paleontologist’s shoes and discover the intersection of science and these ancient reptiles. Meet iconic dinosaurs like Tyrannosaurus Rex, Triceratops and more, who thrived until a catastrophic event altered Earth’s history.
This exhibit focuses on the days before and after this extinction event. Guests can encounter Cretaceous dinosaurs up close, learn about the asteroid impact that changed Earth, and witness the rise of mammals as Earth’s ecosystem recovered.
Exhibit included with admission.
Expedition: Dinosaur Rise of the Mammals is created by Stage 9 Exhibits.
The Museum hosts nationally recognized temporary exhibits annually with sponsorship support proudly provided by
PAID HIGH SCHOOL INTERNSHIPS
The EcoExplorers internship is a program offered to Broward County Public School high school learners at six designated schools interested in environmental sustainability and resilience.
The program combines MODS’ expertise in curriculum development and workforce readiness training. By taking part in the internship, learners will earn detailed, first-hand knowledge of the ecosystem.
The paid internship consists of field trips to the Everglades, training experiences and a workforce development program. During the school year, learners will work at MODS by delivering detailed Everglades knowledge to Museum guests through exhibit tours, special events and the STEMobile. Application required.
To apply, please visit mods.org/ecoexplorersapp for the next session (Summer 2025).
Interested in an exciting paid internship, combining field studies in aviation and workforce training at MODS? Then this opportunity is for you! The Aviation Academy provides:
•Yearlong paid internship for Broward County Public School high school students entering grades 10-12
-Field Study Program
-Workforce Development
-Field excursions to local aviation facilities and events
-Drone license instruction by Broward College Application required.
To apply, please visit mods.org/aviationapplication for the next session (Summer 2025).
FAMILY SCIENCE NIGHTS:
FOR PRE-K - GRADE 8 WE BRING SCIENCE TO YOU!
90-MINUTES SESSION UP TO 350 LEARNERS
Each program offers 15 hands-on experiments with demonstration stations that engage teachers, families and learners through scientific inquiry. Each station comes with all materials and includes special training instructions for an adult volunteer. A trained STEM educator will be available to answer questions and ensure a successful experience. Please note capacities, space and volunteer requirements.
SELECT YOUR SUBJECT:
(Cannot be combined at a single event)
• Engineering and Physics Fun: Bridges, pressure, sound, magnets and states of matter
• Everything on Earth: Water, our Earth, light and space
• Wonders of Life: Adaptations, dendrochronology and microscopes
• Early Childhood: Engineering, rockets and magnets
• Full STEAM Ahead: Art, robots and coding
Agenda: (Schedule can be adapted)
•5:30 p.m. Museum presenter arrives and sets up
•6:00 p.m. School’s volunteers arrive and are trained
•6:30-8:00 p.m. Student/Family Experience
School Provides:
•Large room (cafeteria or auditorium)
•15 tables
•15 adult volunteers to run the event
Program Fee: $550 per event**
OVERNIGHTS AT THE MUSEUM
A night they won’t forget! Spend the night with your learners at the Museum and enjoy hands-on science activities, demonstrations, exhibit explorations, live animal encounters and a late-night IMAX film. Learners are provided dinner and can explore the Museum after hours with the chance to sleep in their favorite exhibit areas!
Participant Fee: $2,250 for 50 participants (including chaperones).
For pricing up to 150 participants maximum, please email booking@mods.org.
Select from the following overnight themes:
• Night in the Everglades (Adapted for all grade levels.) The Everglades is our backyard and this adventure will let your learners explore what makes this place so special. Activities include meeting MODS animal ambassadors and learning about animal habitats.
• Space Exploration (Adapted for all grade levels.) Blast off in this overnight filled with intergalactic fun. Learners will build rockets and experiment just like planetary geologists.
• Engineer Frontiers (Adapted for all grade levels.) Build, create and innovate the evening away. Learners will use the design process to solve real world problems in our Makerspace The Hangar.
SENSORY-FRIENDLY SUNDAYS
2025 DATES: JANUARY 26 • FEBRUARY 23 • MARCH 23 • APRIL 2 • APRIL 27 • MAY 25 • JUNE 22
JULY 27 • AUGUST 24 • SEPTEMBER 28 • OCTOBER 26 • NOVEMBER 23 • DECEMBER 28
11A.M. - 1P.M.
MODS is open an hour early for sensory-friendly Museum exploration and activities followed by an IMAX film* at 12:30 p.m.
To provide a more sensory-sensitive environment for individuals on the autism spectrum, the theater lights will be turned up and the sound will be lowered. All films will be presented in 2D. No trailers will be shown before the movie. Audience members are welcome to get up, sing, walk, dance and shout without worry. Families also are able to bring snacks from home, as well as blankets and other small items to be comfortable.
Guests also can participate in a variety of sensory-based activities throughout the Museum. Children will engage in social interactions and improve the processing, modulation and regulation of sensory input to increase participation in a natural environment.
COST: MODS Members: FREE
Non-members: $10 per person
To register, please visit mods.org/sensorysundays.
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*Film is subject to change.
The Museum of Discovery and Science is a 501(c)(3) organization. The tax identification number for MODS is 59-1709542.
COPIES OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION FOR THE MODS (#CH133) AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL FREE WITHIN THE STATE 1-800-435-7352. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE.
The Save Our Seas Distinguished Speaker Series, presented by the Save Our Seas Foundation, features scientists, conservationists, researchers and educators who will share their passion for our oceans in programs designed for Museum guests of all ages. This year, MODS has an exciting lineup of presenters who will discuss their research and discoveries across a spectrum of topics, from sharks to manta rays, sawfish, algal blooms, bull sharks and much more! We are also bringing back our popular Sea Turtle and Shark Expert Panel Discussion, which will feature prominent researchers and conservationists from across the region. This series is FREE.
FOOD SECURITY AND THE FUTURE FOR SHARKS - SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
COMBINING COMMUNITY AND GENETICS FOR CONSERVATION IN CAMEROON - SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
KARIMUNJAWA – THE LAST HOPE FOR JAVA’S GIANTS? - OCTOBER 3, 2024
SAWFISH CONSERVATION: BAHAMAS & AMAZONIAN COAST (INTERNATIONAL SAWFISH DAY) - OCTOBER 17, 2024
MISSING IN MACQUARIE: THE CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING MAUGEAN SKATE - NOVEMBER 7, 2024
NOT JUST A FAD: PROTECTING SILKY SHARKS IN FISHING HOTSPOTS - DECEMBER 5, 2024
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FREE STEM DISTANCE LEARNING CLASSES
FOR EDUCATORS
MODS offers livestream distance learning workshops on BECON-TV (WBEC-TV), a broadcast television station owned and operated by the School Board of Broward County and licensed by the FCC to provide noncommercial educational programming to the south Florida community. This K–12 program is designed to supplement instruction and enhance learners’ experiences. Program time is 9–10 a.m.
September 25
Indigenous Amphibians & Reptile Talk
October 23 SCOOBY-DOO! Mansion Mayhem
Traveling Exhibit
November 20 Nitro Show
December 18
Coral Restoration Talk
January 29 Invasive Species Talk
February 19
Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum
Traveling Exhibit
March 19 Sea Turtle Talk
April 23
May 21
Otter Talk
Expedition: Dinosaur Rise of the Mammals
Traveling Exhibit
$3 EXHIBIT ADMISSION Per person with your Snap or WIC EBT cards & ID!
MODS is one of 15 U.S. museums in the LEGO® Playful Learning Museum Network, strengthening the importance of learning through play at museums. Play enables us to explore, practice and try out ways of handling challenges in the real world. Life-long skills like problem-solving, creativity, empathy, communication and teamwork all have their foundations in play, therefore all LEGO® programs are based on playful learning and take a holistic approach to empowering young learners for the challenges they’ll face in life.
MODS is an ideal place for young children to learn and is critical for their development. A visit to MODS teaches young learners how to discover the world around them through brain and skill-building experiences that weave the strands of science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) with communication, problem-solving and perseverance.
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PLAY AND HAVE FUN! EXPLORE POSSIBILITIES COMMUNICATE PROBLEM-SOLVE
INCLUSIVITY AT MODS
The Museum of Discovery and Science welcomes individuals from all walks of life to visit, experience, connect and discover inspiring science. We support all family structures, creating a culture of hospitality where diversity is celebrated. Our doors are open to everyone: individuals and families with physical and emotional disabilities, sensory-friendly and disparities in education, social and economic status. We embrace our diverse community of various ethnicities, abilities, religions, gender identification and sexual orientations.
– Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
