Discovery Place Inc
Transformative science, nature, and design experiences for 539,951 guests.
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Visit www.discoveryplace.orgAbout Discovery Place Inc
Experience Charlotte's premier science museum with so many things to do in Charlotte from hands-on exhibits to live demonstrations, and immersive STEM learning for all ages. Explore cutting-edge technology, conduct real experiments, and discover wonder through interactive science activities. From physics to biology, our engaging exhibits spark curiosity and inspire future innovators. Visit Discovery Place Science today for unforgettable family fun and educational adventures in Uptown Charlo
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Mission
Transformative science, nature, and design experiences for 539,951 guests.
Focus areas & reach
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· vs. 3 similar arts & culture in United StatesConcerns
· None foundWhere every $1 goes
GiveRadar Analysis
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GiveRadar's verified records show Discovery Place Inc with a complete profile, cross-referenced across 4 independent sources including the IRS.
- GiveRadar has verified more about this organization than about 99% of the 133,055 arts & culture charities in the United States it tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its governance. Most of those have little verified data on record yet. View this cohort
- Established in 1947, it predates 93% of the arts & culture charities in the United States GiveRadar has a founding year for. View this cohort
- GiveRadar has cross-referenced this organization across 4 independent sources, led by the IRS - more than 84% of similar organizations. See the sources
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- disclosed leadership
- a website
- a contact email
- third-party accreditation
- a donation page
- an owner-submitted profile claim
Common questions
· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyDiscovery Place Inc is a registered arts & culture nonprofit based in Charlotte, NC, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1947 and has been operating for 79 years. Its EIN is 560529944. According to GiveRadar's records, it holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 90/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $16M in annual revenue. 174 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Discovery Place Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 90/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 90 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 75% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for arts & culture charities in United States is 90/100.
Discovery Place Inc is located in Charlotte, NC, United States. The organization was established in 1947 and has been active for 79 years.
Based on official tax filings, Discovery Place Inc has $16M in annual revenue. It allocates 75% of expenses to programs and services. This is in line with the average of 79% for arts & culture charities in United States. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of $1M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Discovery Place Inc is classified as an Arts & Culture organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)). By size, it is categorized as a large organization. It has $16M in annual revenue. The organization has 174 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Discovery Place Inc. GiveRadar automatically screens charities for concerning patterns including high executive compensation, low program spending, and missing financial filings. Based on available official data, no issues have been identified.
According to GiveRadar's records, Discovery Place Inc holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It reports that 75% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 79%). GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.
Experience Charlotte's premier science museum with so many things to do in Charlotte from hands-on exhibits to live demonstrations, and immersive STEM learning for all ages. Explore cutting-edge technology, conduct real experiments, and discover wonder through interactive science activities. From physics to biology, our engaging exhibits spark curiosity and inspire future innovators. Visit Discovery Place Science today for unforgettable family fun and educational adventures in Uptown Charlo Discovery Place Inc is classified as an arts & culture organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1947.
Among arts & culture charities registered in United States: It allocates 75% of expenses to programs, in line with the peer average of 79%. Its annual revenue of $16M is well above the peer average of $1M.
Yes, donations to Discovery Place Inc are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Its EIN is 560529944, which you can use for tax filing purposes. Donors can typically deduct contributions on their federal income tax return if they itemize deductions. Consult a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.
Filing history
6 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2025): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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Tax-deductibility for donors
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United States under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.
DISCOVERY PLACE INC is registered in United States. Donations from the Netherlands to charities outside the EU/EEA are generally not tax-deductible for Dutch donors unless the charity is listed on the Dutch ANBI register with foreign-recognized status.
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Staff & volunteers
From the latest filing
Leadership
Officers & trustees (25)
Source: Public filings
25 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
Latest news
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10 articles found
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Sentiment
NeutralNorth Carolina girl living in foster care longs to be adopted by a caring family - WXII
Discovery Place Science opens exhibition built on LEGOs and engineering - 6AM City
LEGO Brick Masters Studio building a good time at Discovery Place Science - Queen City News
A tipsy twist on science - thecharlotteledger.com
Discovery Place readies plans for new CEO search - The Business Journals
Discovery Place Science Joins the Global City Nature Challenge 2026 - Yahoo Finance
Discovery Place and Bank of America Partnership Ignites STEM Careers for Charlotte Students - Yahoo Finance
Aquarium proposal emerges as Charlotte weighs future of Discovery Place - WSOC TV
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Discovery Place Kids Rockingham receives $75K state grant - Richmond County Daily Journal
Activity timeline
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Sources and verification
- Registration and legal identity
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search
- Financial filings
- IRS Form 990 filings - Fiscal year 2025 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 174 disclosed in the public registry.
- News and media coverage
- GDELT Project + Google News
- Supplementary verification
- Charity Navigator
Data freshness
What we know and don't know
Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.
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Financial data · FY2025 on record
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Named leadership · 174 officers on file
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Executive pay · Disclosed
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Government registration · Registered with an official registry
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Mission statement · Published
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Official website · On record
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Headquarters address · On file
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Direct contact · Email or phone published
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Tax-deductibility · Verified
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Founding date · 1947
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Discovery Place Inc
- What is Discovery Place Inc?
- Discovery Place Inc is a arts & culture publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Charlotte, United States. Experience Charlotte's premier science museum with so many things to do in Charlotte from hands-on exhibits to live demonstrations, and immersive STEM learning for all ages. Explore cutting-edge technology, conduct real experiments, and discover wonder through interactive science activities. From physics to biology, our engaging exhibits spark curiosity and inspire future innovators. Visit Discovery Place Science today for unforgettable family fun and educational adventures in Uptown Charlo
- When was Discovery Place Inc founded?
- Discovery Place Inc was founded in 1947.
- Who leads Discovery Place Inc?
- Catherine Wilson Horne serves as Chief Executive Officer.
- Where is Discovery Place Inc located?
- Headquartered in Charlotte, NC, United States.
- What is Discovery Place Inc's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2025 is approximately $10M-$100M. 75% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Discovery Place Inc trustworthy?
- Discovery Place Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 90 out of 100 (Strong transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is Discovery Place Inc's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 560529944. Registration: 56-0529944 (United States).
- What is Discovery Place Inc's website?
- http://www.discoveryplace.org