Connecting people to the stories, science, and industries of our rivers.

Paducah’s Dragon Boat Festival returns Saturday, August 29.

Teams will race along the Ohio River for a day of competition, food, music, kids’ activities, and riverfront fun. Paddle, cheer, volunteer, or spend the day with us, all while supporting the River Discovery Center.

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Support the River Discovery Center and enjoy more places to explore. Your membership helps fund exhibits, education programs, camps, and community events that connect people to the river. Members also receive reciprocal admission benefits at more than 1,500 participating
museums and science centers.

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Where can members visit?

RDC members may receive reciprocal admission benefits at participating museums and science centers through ASTC, SERM, and NARM.

Click to view participating museums.

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700 Museums

200 Institutions

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1500 Participants

Our museum is growing, and our website is growing with it. We’re making updates one page at a time to better share the River Discovery Center experience.

Paducah’s Dragon Boat Festival returns Saturday, August 29.

Teams will race along the Ohio River for a day of competition, food, music, kids’ activities, and riverfront fun. Paddle, cheer, volunteer, or spend the day with us, all while supporting the River Discovery Center.