CHARLOTTE, N.C. (September 22, 2026) – Discovery Place Science is excited to welcome the return of the Gabby’s Dollhouse MEOWseum Discovery Days tour, October 2–4, 2026. In collaboration with DreamWorks Animation and the Association of Children’s Museums (ACM), this special event celebrates the power of imagination and play, bringing the magic of the hit television series Gabby’s Dollhouse to the museum for one weekend only. 

“Experiences like this give children the freedom to follow their curiosity, make connections and discover something new in ways that feel natural and joyful,” said Dr. Nikki Hill, Chief Learning Officer at Discovery Place. “We’re excited to create opportunities where families can explore together and where a favorite character can inspire children to ask questions, try new things and see the world in a different way.” 

Families are invited to this fun-filled event with Gabby’s Dollhouse themed activities, storytelling sessions, interactive fun and an opportunity to meet Gabby herself. Young fans will have the chance to meet with a Gabby costumed character, snap a photo and step into the whimsical world of Gabby’s Dollhouse to explore, create and learn. 

Special Activities:  
Gabby Meet & Greet – Interact with Gabby and smile for photos with the beloved character. A museum admission ticket is required for each individual age 1 and older entering the museum for the Meet & Greet and special event activities. 
 
Gabby Scavenger Hunt – Gabby and her friends are exploring the museum to learn more about science. Can you find their favorite exhibits? 
 
Gabby’s Dollhouse Storytime – Join a special story time and fun-filled activity featuring the whimsy of a Gabby’s Dollhouse storybook. 
 
Hamster Kitties Art – Make your own Hamster Kitties from Gabby’s Dollhouse and take them home with you! 

“We are proud to be partnering with DreamWorks Animation for a second year to inspire playful learning for children and families throughout the US. ACM and DreamWorks Animation share key values as they relate to the value of imagination, curiosity and playful learning,” said Arthur G. Affleck, III, Executive Director of the Association of Children’s Museums. “Like children’s museums, Gabby’s Dollhouse emphasizes social-emotional learning and showcases compassion, curiosity, creativity and teamwork. We’re excited to bring the fun from Season 13’s Fairylandia to create magical experiences at museums, too. ACM is so excited to be partnering with DreamWorks Animation to shine a spotlight on our  member museums across the country.” 
 
Event Information: 
Date: Friday, October 2 – Sunday, October 4, 2026  
Time: 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Friday, 10:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday 
Location: Discovery Place Science | 168 W 6th Street, Charlotte, NC 28202  
Tickets: A museum admission ticket is required for each individual age 1 and older entering the museum for the Meet & Greet and special event activities. Tickets can be purchased at https://discoveryplace.org/visit/events/gabbys-dollhouse-meowseum-discovery-days.  
 
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About Discovery Place Science 
Located in the heart of Uptown Charlotte, Discovery Place Science is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and a leading hub for science learning in the Carolinas. Through exploration, experimentation and discovery, the museum’s educational programs, interactive experiences and large-scale exhibitions invite visitors of all ages to engage with science—cultivating curiosity, inspiring lifelong learning and empowering future generations of thinkers, innovators and problem-solvers. Discovery Place’s network includes Discovery Place Science, Discovery Place Kids-Huntersville, Discovery Place Kids-Rockingham and the future Charlotte Museum of Nature. For more information about Discovery Place Science, visit discoveryplace.org. 
 
About DreamWorks Animation’s Gabby’s Dollhouse 
Since the debut of DreamWorks Animation’s hit series Gabby’s Dollhouse, kids around the world have been having one big sprinkle party with Gabby and her friends. Created by celebrated storytellers Traci Paige Johnson and Jennifer Twomey and now streaming on Netflix, Gabby’s Dollhouse is a mixed media preschool series that unboxes a surprise before jumping into a fantastical animated world full of adorable cat characters that live inside Gabby’s dollhouse. Rooted in growth mindset, Gabby’s activity-based episodes encourage flexible thinking and learning from your mistakes. The show has charted as a top 10 TV series in 63 countries on Netflix and has become a top preschool brand across the globe, inspiring an award-winning toy line, publishing, home, apparel, and more, as well as original music, a top-rated app and a growing YouTube channel visited by millions of fans weekly. Gabby’s Dollhouse continues to expand through Universal Destinations & Experiences theme parks, global fan experiences, live events and much more, including Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie heading to theaters September 26, 2025. Any adventure can unfold when we play in Gabby’s Dollhouse!  

Follow Gabby’s Dollhouse:  
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabbysdollhouse/  
Twitter: https://twitter.com/gabbysdollhouse  
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gabbysdollhouse/  
Website: https://www.gabbysdollhouse.com  
 
About Association of Children’s Museums (ACM) 
ACM is the foremost professional society supporting children’s museums in developing rich environments that stimulate children’s natural playfulness, curiosity, and creativity. With more than 470 members in all 50 states and in 19 countries, ACM champions children’s museums and together enrich the lives of children worldwide. As a global leader, advocate, and resource for the field, ACM and our member organizations strive to build a better world for children and serve over 30 million visitors annually. Started in 1962, ACM recently marked its 60th year of impactful service to children, families, and children’s museums.