Hands-On Discovery Center

Hands On! Discovery Center is an all-ages science center and museum located in Gray, Tennessee, dedicated to providing interactive educational experiences in science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM). Situated at the Gray Fossil Site, the center features a variety of immersive exhibits, including a musical Tesla coil, a three-story Paleo Tower, and an active Pliocene-era fossil dig site. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, it serves the Appalachian Highlands region through on-site programs, educational outreach, and partnerships with institutions like East Tennessee State University. The center aims to inspire innovative thinking and curiosity through hands-on exploration of the natural and engineered world.