Day 4 Astronomy Meeting
Join us on the third Saturday of every month for the Day4 Astronomy meeting at the ICR Discovery Center. Explore the science behind how the heavens declare the glory of God! The meetings are free and no registration is required, however, the Exhibit Hall and Planetarium require a ticket for entry. If you wish to explore these other astronomical ways that science confirms the Bible, please see Guest Services at the front desk or you may purchase tickets here in advance.
Schedule
4:30 pm — Founder’s Hall Doors open
5:00 pm — Meeting starts
6:30 pm — Meeting ends
There will be telescope training at 4:00 pm every odd month.
Location
Founder’s Hall inside the ICR Discovery Center
Dates for 2026
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April 18
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May 16 – Telescope training at 4:00pm
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June 20
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July 18 – Telescope training at 4:00pm
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August 15
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September 19 – Telescope training at 4:00pm
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October 17
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November 21 – Telescope training at 4:00pm
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No December meeting
For more information about the meetings, please email parker@day4.org or see day4.org.
HOMESCHOOL DAYS
All Creatures Great and Small
April 23-24, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. | ICR Discovery Center, 1830 Royal Lane, Dallas, TX 75229
Homeschool families are invited to attend Homeschool Days, a two-day, zoology-themed event at the ICR Discovery Center designed to inspire curiosity, learning, and wonder at God’s creation. This special event brings together engaging science education and a strong biblical worldview as students explore the incredible diversity, design, and purpose found throughout the animal kingdom.
Throughout the event, families will enjoy dynamic presentations from ICR speakers and special guest speakers, covering a wide range of zoology topics that highlight how animals were intentionally created to thrive in their environments. From creatures that walk, swim, and fly to the remarkable systems that allow animals to survive and flourish, these talks will help students better understand and appreciate God’s handiwork in the world.
Families will also enjoy hands-on activities for all ages, including encounters with a variety of animals, crafts, a fossil petting zoo, dinosaur dig pits and more!
As a special bonus for Homeschool Days 2026, the ICR Discovery Center is partnering with the American Journey Experience to offer a shared Homeschool Days ticket, allowing families who purchase a main Exhibit Hall ticket at either museum on April 23 or 24 to receive complimentary admission to the partner museum’s main exhibit hall on either day. Guests will enjoy an expanded, Christ-centered educational experience and exceptional value during Homeschool Days by exploring both museums and receiving access to both main exhibit halls for the price of one.
Homeschool Days is designed to support parents, engage students, and encourage meaningful conversations about science and faith. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to explore zoology through the lens of Scripture while enjoying an enriching educational experience—and two museums for the price of one—during Homeschool Days at the ICR Discovery Center.
Event Schedule
| Time | Activity/Speaker | Location | Description |
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10:30 a.m. |
Presentation | Wonders in the Animal Kingdom | David Rives |
Founder's Hall |
Join guest speaker David Rives as he uncovers the remarkable features that showcase our Creator's handiwork and purpose throughout the animal kingdom. From birds to bears, every creature in God's creation displays His amazing design. |
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11:30 a.m. |
Workshop | The Engineered Biology of Cavefish | Dr. Michael Boyle |
Building B Classroom |
Explore the engineered biology of cavefish with ICR's molecular biologist, Dr. Michael Boyle, in an immersive, hands-on microscope workshop. Participants will have the opportunity to view live larvae (baby fish) under microscopes and learn more about the microscopic adaptations of blind cavefish. Audience level: ages 8 and up. |
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1:00 p.m. |
Presentation | Exploring God’s Design Through Creature Features | David Rives |
Founder's Hall |
Learn about the incredible traits God has uniquely engineered into animals through our interactive Creature Feature session. During this live animal program, David Rives will demonstrate how a coatimundi, kangaroo, lemur, and crocodile are each uniquely designed by our magnificent Creator, the Lord Jesus Christ. |
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2:00 p.m. |
Workshop | Varieties of Bird Beaks | Rebecca Schumacher |
Building A Classroom |
Explore and learn about different kinds of bird beaks and how God has engineered them for unique environmental habitats and diets. Audience level: ages 5 and up. |
| Time | Activity | Location | Description |
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10:30 a.m. |
Presentation | Wonders of African and Alaskan Animals | David Rives |
Founder's Hall |
From the elephants of Africa to the animals of Alaska, God has uniquely designed each creature to flourish in its surroundings. Hear from guest speaker David Rives as he shares exciting stories from his adventures in Africa while showcasing the incredible engineering of elephants. Then, learn about the ingenious cold-weather provision God built into caribou to help them nourish and protect their young. |
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11:30 a.m. |
Workshop | The Engineered Biology of Cavefish | Dr. Michael Boyle |
Building B Classroom |
Join ICR's molecular biologist, Dr. Michael Boyle, for an immersive, hands-on microscope workshop exploring the engineered biology of cavefish. Participants will have the opportunity to view live larvae (baby fish) under microscopes and learn more about the microscopic adaptations of blind cavefish. Audience level: ages 8 and up. |
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1:00 p.m. |
Presentation | Exploring God’s Design Through Creature Features | David Rives |
Founder's Hall |
Learn about the incredible traits God has uniquely engineered into animals through our interactive Creature Feature session. During this live animal program, David Rives will demonstrate how a Artic Hare, Polecat, Red Iguana, and Fennec Fox are each uniquely designed by our magnificent Creator, the Lord Jesus Christ. |
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2:00 p.m. |
Workshop | Amazing Animal Eyes | Rebecca Schumacher |
Building A Classroom |
Join an interactive workshop through the exploration of animal eyes! Discover how animals' eyes are an amazing example of precise engineering that meet each creature's unique requirements! Audience level: ages 5 and up. |
*Schedule subject to change. Please check back periodically for updates.
SERIOUS SCIENCE TALKS
An interactive, classroom-style presentation for current college students, led by one of ICR's PhDs.
April 25, 2026 | 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. | ICR Discovery Center, 1830 Royal Lane, Dallas, TX 75229
This monthly series is designed for current college students (ages 18–25) and features interactive, classroom-style teaching with dedicated time for a Q&A.
Participants will learn science from a biblical worldview, engage directly with ICR's PhDs, have the opportunity to explore the Discovery Center and enjoy one of our planetarium shows, and receive a complimentary box lunch.
To receive complimentary admission to the exhibit hall and one planetarium show, please stop by the front desk upon arrival to obtain your tickets. Complimentary tickets will be valid anytime between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM on the same day.
Join Dr. Tim Clarey for April's Serious Science session as he explains how dinosaurs destroy the evolutionary timeline.
Dr. Tim Clarey
Director of Research
Paleontology: Dinosaurs Destroy the Evolutionary Timeline | 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Did dinosaurs really evolve over millions of years? Did they actually have feathers? In this presentation, Dr. Clarey answers those questions and dispels several commonly held beliefs about dinosaurs. First, he will present evidence showing that dinosaurs fail to demonstrate any form of evolution, as they lack ancestral relationships. Second, he will refute and disprove the "science" that claims that dinosaurs evolved into birds as commonly believed today, and the widespread myth that they had feathers. Third, he will explain how proteins and soft tissues found in dinosaur bones support a young age, rather than millions of years. Dr. Clarey will also discuss dinosaur extinction and dispel the notion that they died from an asteroid impact.
This is a free event, however registration is required.
Please note: Attendance is limited to current college students ages 18–25.
MEMORIAL DAY
Monday, May 25 | 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | ICR Discovery Center 1830 Royal Lane Dallas, TX 75229
Join us at the ICR Discovery Center this Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, as we remember and honor our country’s fallen heroes. In recognition of the holiday, we are offering 20% off tickets for both the Exhibit Hall and Planetarium.
Our fossil petting zoo and microscope station will be open all day, giving kids and adults the opportunity to interact with unique fossils and explore the wonders of God's creation through a hands-on experience.
Make plans to spend your Memorial Day with us in a meaningful and memorable way.
Exclusive Discovery Center Member & Donor Documentary Premiere
On Thin Ice: Revealing the Truth About the Ice Age
Friday, May 29, 2026 | 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. | ICR Discovery Center, 1830 Royal Lane, Dallas, TX 75229
Join us for a special after-hours celebration as we debut our brand-new, hour-long documentary On Thin Ice: Revealing the Truth About the Ice Age. Donors and members will experience the first public screening, connect with featured ICR scientists, and enjoy hors d’oeuvres.
The exhibit hall and planetarium will also be open, along with themed crafts for kids.
Plus, be among the first to get a sneak peek at an exciting new addition coming to the Discovery Center!
This is a free event, however registration is required.
Please note: For this special event, attendance is limited to current ICR Donors, Discovery Center members, and their immediate households. While we love welcoming guests to the museum, we kindly ask they be invited back during normal business hours.
ICR DISCOVERY CENTER $2.50 DAY
Saturday, July 4, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | ICR Discovery Center, 1830 Royal Lane, Dallas, TX 75229
Celebrate America’s 250th birthday at the ICR Discovery Center! Enjoy special $2.50 admission and planetarium shows, an engaging science presentation at 10:30 a.m., patriotic crafts, and our fossil petting zoo. Make memories together this 4th of July with hands-on activities and family fun throughout the Discovery Center.
Dave Napier
ICR Speaker
The View from the Tower | Founders Hall | 10:30 a.m.
In this presentation, Dave takes a look at the “so-called” races and exposes the false thinking of evolution. Over the last 30 years, science has finally started catching up with the bible. Understanding genetics and linguistics has allowed conventional science to realize there are no races. We are all one people! It is in the light of the Bible that different people groups and varied languages start to make sense.
We recommend purchasing tickets in advance as this type of event tends to sell out prior to the day.
LABOR DAY CELEBRATION AT THE ICR DISCOVERY CENTER
Monday, September 7, 2026 | 10:00 am. – 5:00 p.m. | ICR Discovery Center, 1830 Royal Lane, Dallas, TX 75229
Celebrate Labor Day at the ICR Discovery Center with a full day of engaging, family-friendly activities. Enjoy an exclusive 20% discount on admission to our Exhibit Hall and Planetarium, where hands-on exhibits and presentations explore science and history.
Throughout the day, visitors will have the opportunity to take part in a variety of special Labor Day activities, including interactive educational presentations, a petting zoo, delicious food trucks, exciting games, and hands-on activities for all ages. Whether you’re exploring with family, spending time with friends, or visiting for the first time, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Spend your Labor Day with learning and fun brought together at the ICR Discovery Center for a memorable experience and special holiday savings.
