Welcome

to the Punxsutawney Weather
Discovery Center!

Punxsutawney – home of the world-famous furry weather forecaster – is also known as “The Weather Capital of the World.” That makes us the ultimate destination to learn how the science and folklore of weather prediction collide!

We will begin Monday openings starting with Monday, July 5. Hours will be Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Following CDC guidelines, it is recommended that unvaccinated visitors wear masks during their visit. Thank you for your cooperation!

What’s New?

Girl scout and bsa programs on tap for fall

Sep 13, 2021

The fall schedule at the Weather Discovery Center features Journeys and Merit Badge programs for girl and boy scouts on upcoming Saturdays. First up is the BSA Environmental Science Merit Badge program on October 16 from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Following that on October 23 is...

Blingo Purse and cash bingo to be held sept. 18

Jul 12, 2021

The Board of Directors of the Weather Discovery Center has announced that its BLINGO Designer Purse & Cash Fundraiser Event is returning on Saturday, Sept. 18 from 1-4 p.m. at the Punxsutawney Eagles Club. The hugely popular event was not held in 2020 due to the...

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Punxsutawney Weather Discovery Center

3 days ago

UPCOMING SCOUT PROGRAMS10/23 - Girl Scout Cadette Breathe Journey11/13 - Girl Scout Brownies Wonders of Water Journey11/20 - Scouts BSA Electricity12/4 - Scouts BSA Astronomy12/5- Girl Scout Brownies & Juniors Space SciencePlease pre-register to hold your spot. Visit our website for program cost, times and prerequisites. weatherdiscovery.org. A snack and free time to explore our exhibits is included. ... See MoreSee Less

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Punxsutawney Weather Discovery Center

4 days ago

Rimersburg area Senior and Cadette Girl Scouts completed their Space Science badges this past Sunday! The troops also visited Gobblers Knob and Punxsutawney Phil while in town. #girlscoutsofwesternpa #gswpa ... See MoreSee Less

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Punxsutawney Weather Discovery Center

3 weeks ago

GIRL SCOUTS JOIN US for the Cadette Breath Journey on Saturday, October 23rd! Pre-register by Oct. 18th via phone 814-938-1000 or email info@weatherdiscovery.org. A snack and exhibit exploration is included. $25 per scout. ... See MoreSee Less

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