open for
exploration

Daily

9:30 am - 4:30 pm

$12ย  per person

Museum members and little ones aged one and under are free!

become
a member

open for exploration

Tuesday - Sunday

9:30 am - 4:30 pm

$12ย  per person

Museum members and little ones aged one and under are free!

welcome

to Rockford's Discovery Center Museum

where fun and learning collide! Created with curious children in mind, our museum blends interactive exhibits and engaging programs into endless opportunities to play, discover, and experience the magic of hands-on learning!

explore

our exhibits

Dive into our interactive exhibits where itโ€™s encouraged to get hands-on!

featured exhibit

The Lab

Grab your lab coat and safety goggles โ€“ itโ€™s time to step into The Lab! This hands-on space lets children experience what it’s like to be a real scientist. From exploring cutting-edge tools to conducting experiments, kids will get an inside look at the exciting world of scientific discovery. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in science!

– Explore high-powered microscopes to get a close-up view of plants, bugs, and tissues
– Practice weighing and balancing with our industrial scale
– Explore hands-on science with our glove box
– Watch a real centrifuge in action as it spins and separates materials right before your eyes

special events

Join us for even more excitement at one of our upcoming events.

Jun

06

5:00 pm

-

7:00 pm

Dive into summer with special Makerspace activities, theater demos, and more!

plan your next

visit

All the details to make your experience an epic adventure! Everything you need to know is here – from special exhibits, to travel and parking information, to dining suggestions, and ideas for other things to do around Rockford.

become a member

With a Discovery Center Museum membership, youโ€™ll enjoy exclusive benefits, plus unlimited fun and learning!

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June Free Days! โค๏ธ
Please provide a valid state ID or driverโ€™s license proving Illinois residency and you can enjoy free general admission!
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June Free Days! โค๏ธ
Please provide a valid state ID or driverโ€™s license proving Illinois residency and you can enjoy free general admission!

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Get ready for a SUMMER OF FUN at Discovery Center! โ˜€๏ธ
Each day brings exciting new activities that connect with our weekly Family Friday themes. Bring the whole family – we canโ€™t wait to see you!
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Get ready for a SUMMER OF FUN at Discovery Center! โ˜€๏ธ
Each day brings exciting new activities that connect with our weekly Family Friday themes. Bring the whole family - we canโ€™t wait to see you!Image attachment

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Weโ€™re proud to be a Blue Star Museum! ๐ŸŽ‰
That means active-duty military and their families get free admission now through Labor Day (Sept 1, 2025).
Thank you for your service! ๐Ÿ’™
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Weโ€™re proud to be a Blue Star Museum! ๐ŸŽ‰
That means active-duty military and their families get free admission now through Labor Day (Sept 1, 2025).
Thank you for your service! ๐Ÿ’™
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