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SUMMARY:Sink or Swim? Discovery Lab Program
DESCRIPTION:Stop by to learn about density\, salinity\, and ocean life in recognition of World Oceans Day. Try out some sink or floatchallenges\, test out density cubes\, and learn about convection currents with a demo using a split tank.\nThe Discovery Lab will be open by announcement periodically throughout each day.\nFREE with paid general admission.
URL:https://visitjohnsoncitytn.com/event/sink-or-swim-discovery-lab-program/
LOCATION:Hands On! Discovery Center at Gray Fossil Site\, 1212 Suncrest Drive Gray TN 37615\, Gray\, TN\, 37615\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cultural Experiences,Educational,Entertainment,Family Events
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SUMMARY:Paleontology Summer Camp
DESCRIPTION:Paleontology Summer CampOnly at Paleo Camp can children ages 6-13 visit an active fossil dig site and have the opportunity to dig daily to search for the next great fossil find at Gray Fossil Site. Get a behind-the-scenes tour of the fossil site\, preparatory lab\, and collections room\, and discover your inner scientist. Additional activities include deeper exploration of geosciences\, life sciences\, and general sciences. Camp attendees will also have the opportunity to explore the museum and experience a private showing of HODC’s Guinness Record setting Tesla Coil Show and tie dye a Hands On! Discovery Center t-shirt. Space is VERY limited to ensure safety\, so register early to secure a spot.\nTimes:• Drop-off: 9:00am• Pick-up: 4:45pmWeeks:• Monday\, June 1st-Friday\, June 5th\, 2026• Monday\, June 29th-Friday\, July 3rd\, 2026• Monday\, July 27th-Friday\, July 31st \, 2026Cost:• HODC Members $250• Non-Members $275All attendees MUST pre-register. We are unable to accommodate walk-ups.Ages:Campers MUST be 6 years old by June 1\, 2026\, and no older than 13 years old on July 31\, 2026.\n*** See General Camp Information for additional details\, requirements\, and policies related to Paleontology Summer Camp. ***
URL:https://visitjohnsoncitytn.com/event/paleontology-summer-camp/2026-06-01/
LOCATION:Hands On! Discovery Center at Gray Fossil Site\, 1212 Suncrest Drive Gray TN 37615\, Gray\, TN\, 37615\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cultural Experiences,Educational,Entertainment,Outdoors
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SUMMARY:Music in the Discovery Garden
DESCRIPTION:Kingsport Community Band will be joining us once again in our Discovery Garden to play from 11am-12pm! Come and enjoy their fantastic set and then play all day.\nIncluded with general admission.
URL:https://visitjohnsoncitytn.com/event/music-in-the-discovery-garden/
LOCATION:Hands On! Discovery Center at Gray Fossil Site\, 1212 Suncrest Drive Gray TN 37615\, Gray\, TN\, 37615\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family Events,Live Music,Live Performance
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SUMMARY:S.T.E.A.M. Summer Camp
DESCRIPTION:Children ages 5 to 13 can explore and discover the sciences and arts in our fun and educational weeklong camps. Each day will focus on one the letters in S.T.E.A.M. (Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, Arts\, and Mathematics) with hands-on experiments and activities. Additionally\, camp attendees tie dye a Hands On! Discovery Center t-shirt\, explore the museum and the 30+ exhibits\, see a showing of a Guinness Record setting Tesla Coil show\, climb in a 3-story Paleontology-themed tower\, and explore our 10K sq. ft. Pollinator Garden! Space is VERY limited to ensure safety\, so register early to secure a spot.\nTimes:• Drop-off: 9:00am• Pick-up: 4:45pmWeeks:• Monday\, June 15th-Friday\, June 19th• Monday\, July 13th-Friday\, July 17thCost:• HODC Members $225• Non-Members $250All attendees MUST pre-register. We are unable to accommodate walk-ups.Ages:Campers MUST be 5 years old by June 1\, 2026\, and no older than 13 years old on July 31\, 2026.
URL:https://visitjohnsoncitytn.com/event/s-t-e-a-m-summer-camp/2026-06-15/
LOCATION:Hands On! Discovery Center at Gray Fossil Site\, 1212 Suncrest Drive Gray TN 37615\, Gray\, TN\, 37615\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Cultural Experiences,Educational,Entertainment,Food and Drink,Outdoors
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SUMMARY:Bourbon\, Bones\, and the Big Bang
DESCRIPTION:IT’S BACK!\nJoin us on June 26th at 7pm to go back in time and dive through the cosmos while trying different bourbon concoctions!\nWhat can you expect? Great question! This event will include delicious food\, refreshing bourbon cocktails\, a new exhibit\, and paleontology and space themed activities to keep you captivated until the end.\nCome enjoy a night full of new and exciting adventures all while supporting Hands On! Discovery Center.\nWho?: 21+When?: June 26th from 7-9:30pmWhere? Hands On! Discovery CenterWhy? To benefit Hands On! Discovery Center and showcase all the exciting findings at Gray Fossil Site!$$$: Tickets are $55 per person\nLast year we sold out\, so grab your ticket today!\nInterested in sponsoring this event? We would love to talk! Reach out to sarah@visithandson.org
URL:https://visitjohnsoncitytn.com/event/bourbon-bones-and-the-big-bang/
LOCATION:Hands On! Discovery Center at Gray Fossil Site\, 1212 Suncrest Drive Gray TN 37615\, Gray\, TN\, 37615\, United States
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SUMMARY:Paleontology Summer Camp
DESCRIPTION:Paleontology Summer CampOnly at Paleo Camp can children ages 6-13 visit an active fossil dig site and have the opportunity to dig daily to search for the next great fossil find at Gray Fossil Site. Get a behind-the-scenes tour of the fossil site\, preparatory lab\, and collections room\, and discover your inner scientist. Additional activities include deeper exploration of geosciences\, life sciences\, and general sciences. Camp attendees will also have the opportunity to explore the museum and experience a private showing of HODC’s Guinness Record setting Tesla Coil Show and tie dye a Hands On! Discovery Center t-shirt. Space is VERY limited to ensure safety\, so register early to secure a spot.\nTimes:• Drop-off: 9:00am• Pick-up: 4:45pmWeeks:• Monday\, June 1st-Friday\, June 5th\, 2026• Monday\, June 29th-Friday\, July 3rd\, 2026• Monday\, July 27th-Friday\, July 31st \, 2026Cost:• HODC Members $250• Non-Members $275All attendees MUST pre-register. We are unable to accommodate walk-ups.Ages:Campers MUST be 6 years old by June 1\, 2026\, and no older than 13 years old on July 31\, 2026.\n*** See General Camp Information for additional details\, requirements\, and policies related to Paleontology Summer Camp. ***
URL:https://visitjohnsoncitytn.com/event/paleontology-summer-camp/2026-06-29/
LOCATION:Hands On! Discovery Center at Gray Fossil Site\, 1212 Suncrest Drive Gray TN 37615\, Gray\, TN\, 37615\, United States
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SUMMARY:Paleontology Summer Camp
DESCRIPTION:Paleontology Summer CampOnly at Paleo Camp can children ages 6-13 visit an active fossil dig site and have the opportunity to dig daily to search for the next great fossil find at Gray Fossil Site. Get a behind-the-scenes tour of the fossil site\, preparatory lab\, and collections room\, and discover your inner scientist. Additional activities include deeper exploration of geosciences\, life sciences\, and general sciences. Camp attendees will also have the opportunity to explore the museum and experience a private showing of HODC’s Guinness Record setting Tesla Coil Show and tie dye a Hands On! Discovery Center t-shirt. Space is VERY limited to ensure safety\, so register early to secure a spot.\nTimes:• Drop-off: 9:00am• Pick-up: 4:45pmWeeks:• Monday\, June 1st-Friday\, June 5th\, 2026• Monday\, June 29th-Friday\, July 3rd\, 2026• Monday\, July 27th-Friday\, July 31st \, 2026Cost:• HODC Members $250• Non-Members $275All attendees MUST pre-register. We are unable to accommodate walk-ups.Ages:Campers MUST be 6 years old by June 1\, 2026\, and no older than 13 years old on July 31\, 2026.\n*** See General Camp Information for additional details\, requirements\, and policies related to Paleontology Summer Camp. ***
URL:https://visitjohnsoncitytn.com/event/paleontology-summer-camp/2026-07-27/
LOCATION:Hands On! Discovery Center at Gray Fossil Site\, 1212 Suncrest Drive Gray TN 37615\, Gray\, TN\, 37615\, United States
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