Education Programs and Tour Groups

Our exhibits are designed for self-touring and are entirely handicap accessible. Pre-arranged tour groups receive an orientation and overview upon arrival.

Planning your visit to the Discovery Center for a Large Group

Arranging Your Visit for a Large Group
Reservations: 2 weeks in advance
Cost: $3.00 per student & chaperone; teachers & bus drivers free. Cash, check, Visa, MasterCard, and purchase orders are accepted.
Time: Self-guided tours of exhibits and films take 1-2 hours. Include additional time for school programs and lunch.
Chaperone/Student Ratio: 1:5 for grades K-8, 1:10 for grades 9-12.
Please contact steve@gorgediscovery.org or call 541 296-8600.

Educational Programs and Tour Groups

Tours & Materials for Large Groups

Planning a Visit for a Large Group

Teacher Services

Traveling Trunks for Your Classroom

Distance Education—Online Activities

Distance Education—Electronic Field Trips

Driving Directions
Take I-84 to Exit 82, turn right on the Historic Columbia River Highway (Hwy 30), follow for 1.5 miles,
turn right on Discovery Drive and follow to the Discovery Center
Bus Parking available

Hours of Operation
9 a.m. to 5 p.m., seven days a week
Museum closed New Year's Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day

Basalt Rock Cafe
Monday - Saturday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Cafe Winter Hours - November 15 - March 15:
Wednesday - Saturday, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.