Discovery Station at Fort Ritchie
Fort Ritchie, Cascade, MD
Hands-on children’s museum in Cascade with pretend-play exhibits, sensory elements, STEAM programming, and birthday parties.
Editorial notes
What stands out
A better fit for curious kids who like to move between exhibits and imaginative play rather than race through one giant structure.
Good fit
- Toddlers through elementary-age kids who enjoy hands-on exhibits
- Families who want a museum-style outing with both play and learning
- Parents looking for birthday parties or weekend programs beyond standard open play
Consider another option if
- Kids who mainly want big climbing structures or trampoline-style play
- Families wanting long all-day soft-play access with food service
- Visitors expecting a pure indoor playground rather than a children’s museum
Know Before You Go
- Supervision model
- Caregiver supervised
What to Expect
For kids
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
- Pretend play
- Sensory play
For caregivers
- Free parking
- Caregiver supervised
- Visit type
- Hands on exhibit play
Read more about this location
Discovery Station at Fort Ritchie is a hands-on children’s museum in Cascade with a mix of pretend-play, sensory, science, and maker-style exhibits. Families can move between Discovery Town role-play spaces, builders’ areas, dinosaurs, weather and earth stations, and other STEAM-focused exhibits in a single visit. Walk-up admission is welcome, and the museum also promotes field trips, birthday parties, story time, and STEAM Saturday programming.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
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| Monday | closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | closed |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.
Admission
| Visitor | Price |
|---|---|
| Seniors | $5 |
| Children Ages 2 To 11 | $10 |
| Adults And Age 12 Plus | $7 |
Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.
Birthday Parties
Party or event options reported
Accessibility
Sensory Notes
The museum highlights a Space and Sensory area and also promotes sensory-friendly Sunday programming
Accessibility and comfort
Sensory-friendly
Location
14326 Barrick Avenue
Cascade, MD, 21719
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Sources & Updates
6 public sources on record · Last checked Apr 5, 2026. Time-sensitive details may have changed.
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- Last check on record
- Apr 5, 2026
- Sources reviewed
- 6 public sources
Public sources
- Discovery Station official home pagediscoverystation.org
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- Discovery Station visit pagediscoverystation.org
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- Discovery Station exhibits pagediscoverystation.org
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- Discovery Station location pagediscoverystation.org
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- Discovery Station Instagraminstagram.com
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- Discovery Station Xtwitter.com
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What changed
April 5, 2026
Verified Cascade address, hours, pricing, exhibits, programming, and party availability from official sources.