VerifiedFixed locationChildren's Museums

Discovery Lab

Name: Discovery Lab
Address: 3123 Riverside Dr, Tulsa, OK, 74105, US
Telephone: (918) 295-8144

Gathering Place / Riverside, Tulsa, OK

Tulsa children's museum with hands-on exhibits, Little Lab play for younger kids, and a full day of indoor exploration.

Plan This Visit

Best for

best for toddlers through preteens, especially curious learners

Hours

Monday 10:30 AM - 2:00 PM

Visit style

half-day museum outing

Birthday parties

Available

Profile

Strong profile coverage

Atlas Perspective

Editor's Take

This is more museum day than quick playground stop—best when kids want to explore, build, and move through multiple exhibit zones.

Atlas Perspective

Best Fit

Best For

Curious preschoolers and elementary kids
Longer half-day outings
Families who like hands-on learning mixed with play

Less Ideal For

Families looking for a quick contained soft-play visit
Kids who only want climbing structures and slides

At a Glance

Venue type

Kids activity center

Age groups

BabiesToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages

Play features

Pretend playSensory playMuseum exhibits

Birthday party options

Birthday partiesParty packages

Visit options

Open playMembership availableDrop-in visitsClasses or events

Price range

Mid-range

Toddler-friendly

Yes

Verified only

Yes

Operator type

Museum

Play model

Mixed open play + classes

Supervision model

Caregiver supervised

Max recommended age

Under 13

Structured classes or guided programming

Yes

Plan Your Visit

Hours

Monday10:30 AM - 2:00 PM

Tuesday9:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday9:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday9:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday9:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday9:30 AM - 8:00 PM

Sunday11:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Planning

A booking page is available for admission ticketsThis is a better fit for a longer, exploratory visit than a fast in-and-out stop

StrollersStroller parking is available next to Little Lab.

Member Hours

Members-only hour on Monday from 9:30 AM-10:30 AMMembers-only hour on the third Sunday of each month from 10:30 AM-11:30 AM

Pricing Snapshot

Admission

Under 2

Free

Members

Free

Ages 2 And Up

$14

Discounts

Teachers with school staff ID are admitted freeReserved groups of 10 or more receive 10% off

About the Venue

Discovery Lab is Tulsa's interactive children's museum, positioned at Gathering Place and built for hands-on family exploration. Instead of functioning like a traditional contained playground, it spreads the fun across exhibits, maker-style stations, sensory-friendly opportunities, and early-learner spaces that reward a longer visit. It is an especially strong pick for curious preschoolers and elementary-age kids who want to build, test, move, and play their way through the day.

Atlas Perspective

Indoor Play Atlas Notes

Notes

The visit experience is broader and more exploratory than a standard indoor playground.

Age Fitbest for toddlers through preteens, especially curious learners

Noise Levelmedium

Visit Stylehalf-day museum outing

Energy Levelmedium

Parent ComfortMedium To High

Booking Frictionmedium

Birthday Party Snapshot

Notes

Guest counts include both children and adultsA birthday facilitator is included

Packages

15 Guests

$200 members or $225 non-members

25 Guests

$320 members or $355 non-members

50 Guests

$600 members or $670 non-members

AvailableYes

Accessibility & Comfort

SensorySensory-Friendly Family Time is offered on the second Sunday of each month from 9:30 AM-11:30 AM with dimmed lighting and reduced exhibit sound.

MobilityThe exhibit hall is wheelchair- and stroller-accessible and includes elevators and ramps.

Financial AccessThe Accessible Discovery program helps reduce cost barriers for eligible families.