We are excited to invite you to the DNOVA Creative Center (DCC) Porch Party, a celebration of innovation, education, and community. Come explore with us the space that will soon become the DNOVA Creative Center, opening in 2025.

Currently under renovation, the DNOVA Creative Center is designed to be a vibrant hub where youth can thrive in a safe, nurturing environment that fosters creativity, academic achievement, and community engagement. The DCC will be a versatile space, hosting educational programs, private events, and community activities that embody DNOVA’s commitment to empowering individuals of all ages through innovative learning and entrepreneurship. This event is not just an introduction to a physical space but a celebration of DNOVA’s enduring work in bridging educational gaps and promoting STEM education.

Event Program:

10:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Welcome Reception
Start the day with a warm welcome, as we gather to celebrate the future of the DNOVA Creative Center.
10:30 AM – 11:15 AM: Fireside Chat
Engage with DNOVA’s leadership in an insightful panel featuring Dr. Luis A. Palacio, P.E., Ph.D., our CEO and Executive Director, Dr. Alfredo Lopez-Yunez, the founder of Health & Science Innovations (now DNOVA Institute), and Eric Van Gorp, Vice President of our Board of Directors. Discover the vision behind the DCC and the impactful work being done in STEM education.
11:15 AM – 12:00 PM: Envisioning the Future
Participate in interactive activities designed to help us collectively imagine and shape the DCC’s future. Your ideas and input will play a crucial role in bringing this space to life.
12:00 PM – 12:30 PM: Explore & Network
Explore the space and network at your leisure.

Parking Information:

Please note that on-site parking is limited. We recommend the following complimentary alternatives:

Sophia Square Public Parking
31 1st Ave NW, Carmel, IN 46032
(5-minute walk)
Indiana Design Center Public Parking
200 S Rangeline Rd, Carmel, IN 46032
(8-minute walk)

We look forward to sharing this exciting milestone with you and working together to shape the future of the DNOVA Creative Center!