The Discovery Center of Springfield (DCS) in Springfield, Missouri, is an interactive, hands-on science center dedicated to inspiring curiosity and a life-long love of learning through memorable and engaging hands-on experiences in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) [1] In December of 2021, inaugural grand prize winner of the Center for Education Reform and media partner Forbes STOP Award.

[2] The Wall Street Journal editorial board wrote about the museum that became a school winning the $1 million award.

[3] At the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in March of 2020, the Discovery Center remained open and delivered on their mission by providing emergency, licensed childcare for the families of healthcare workers and first responders.

Since its opening in January 1998, the DCS has developed and added a great number of programs and exhibits.

Likewise, it is critical that the DCS partners with other agencies, individuals, foundations and businesses to achieve their respective goals.