open for
exploration

tuesday - sunday

9:30 am - 4:30 pm

$12  per person

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

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a member

open for exploration

Daily

9:30 am - 4:30 pm

$12  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!

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our exhibits

Dive into our interactive exhibits where it’s encouraged to get hands-on!

featured exhibit

Melody in Motion

Experience the Melody in Motion exhibit – where science and music come together in perfect harmony! 🎶

This interactive space invites kids to dive into the world of sound, rhythm, and creativity through fun hands-on activities. Walk through a sound wave-inspired portal, trigger music with every step, and create your own musical masterpiece in a variety of immersive stations! Highlights include:

  • Harmony Exploder: Step into the spotlight and create an evolving song with friends
  • Drum Circle: Test your rhythm skills in a colorful, light-filled space
  • Music Waterfall: Time your moves to create music in this futuristic pipe organ experience
  • Find the Beat: Choose your rhythm and vibe, and create your own musical world
  • Mood Room: Change the sound and lighting for a relaxing, personal experience

 

Come explore, create, and make your own musical magic!

special events

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

Sep

27

6:00 pm

-

9:00 pm

Discover the wonders of the night sky!

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.

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With a Discovery Center Museum membership, you’ll enjoy exclusive benefits, plus unlimited fun and learning!

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Congratulations to our August Employee of the Month, April!

April is our Manager of Operations, and is a warm presence who helps with museum operations, including running our gift shop, organizing field trips, and much more! We are so thankful for her passion and dedication.

🎶 Favorite exhibit: Melody in Motion

😁 Favorite part about working at DCM: Seeing kids' faces light up with excitement as they explore & play, and I not so secretly enjoy stocking the gift shop with toys they will love! ❤️

🧀 Favorite food: Cheese 🙂

✈️ If you could have any superpower, what would it be: Flight! I could travel anywhere, see everything from above, and never miss a sunset!

🌅 What do you like to do outside of work?: I enjoy adventures with my dog, Henny, exploring nature, crafting, watching sunsets, and enjoying Rockford's awesome restaurants!

Great work, April!
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Congratulations to our August Employee of the Month, April! 

April is our Manager of Operations, and is a warm presence who helps with museum operations, including running our gift shop, organizing field trips, and much more! We are so thankful for her passion and dedication. 

🎶  Favorite exhibit: Melody in Motion 

😁  Favorite part about working at DCM: Seeing kids faces light up with excitement as they explore & play, and I not so secretly enjoy stocking the gift shop with toys they will love! ❤️

🧀  Favorite food: Cheese :) 

✈️  If you could have any superpower, what would it be: Flight! I could travel anywhere, see everything from above, and never miss a sunset! 

🌅  What do you like to do outside of work?: I enjoy adventures with my dog, Henny, exploring nature, crafting, watching sunsets, and enjoying Rockfords awesome restaurants! 

Great work, April!

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Congratulations April!

Such a perfect fit!

Thank you to everyone who came out for Chalk Fest this past Saturday! 🎨

The sidewalks came alive with color thanks to our amazing guest artist, Chris Sweeney, and all of you who joined in on the fun! 🤩

📍 Next up: Astronomy Explorers on September 27!

Learn more about our fall events here: discoverycentermuseum.org/events/
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Thank you to everyone who came out for Chalk Fest this past Saturday! 🎨

The sidewalks came alive with color thanks to our amazing guest artist, Chris Sweeney, and all of you who joined in on the fun! 🤩

📍 Next up: Astronomy Explorers on September 27! 

Learn more about our fall events here: https://discoverycentermuseum.org/events/Image attachmentImage attachment+6Image attachment

This week's Field Trip Forecast!

Reminder: we are back on our regular schedule of being CLOSED on Mondays. We are open Tuesday-Sunday from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM.

Have a wonderful week!
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This weeks Field Trip Forecast! 

Reminder: we are back on our regular schedule of being CLOSED on Mondays. We are open Tuesday-Sunday from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM. 

Have a wonderful week!

What a night! ✨

Our members waved goodbye to summer at our Members' Night this past Friday! We had an evening full of creativity, treats, and stargazing. Families enjoyed bubble play and popsicles in the Park, got hands-on in the Makerspace with balloon decorating and animal bracelets, and wrapped up the evening under the stars with the One Sky planetarium show.

Thank you to all our members who joined us – we love celebrating with you!

Not a member? Become a member today and never miss out on exclusive member benefits!

Learn more here: discoverycentermuseum.org/membership-2/
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What a night! ✨

Our members waved goodbye to summer at our Members Night this past Friday! We had an evening full of creativity, treats, and stargazing. Families enjoyed bubble play and popsicles in the Park, got hands-on in the Makerspace with balloon decorating and animal bracelets, and wrapped up the evening under the stars with the One Sky planetarium show. 

Thank you to all our members who joined us - we love celebrating with you! 

Not a member? Become a member today and never miss out on exclusive member benefits! 

Learn more here: https://discoverycentermuseum.org/membership-2/Image attachmentImage attachment

No field trips this week!

Have a fabulous week!
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No field trips this week! 

Have a fabulous week!

Happy Labor Day!

Today, we celebrate the hard work, creativity, and dedication of workers everywhere!

Reminder: We are CLOSED today, but we can't wait to welcome you back tomorrow, Tuesday, September 2nd, from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM!
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Happy Labor Day! 

Today, we celebrate the hard work, creativity, and dedication of workers everywhere! 

Reminder: We are CLOSED today, but we cant wait to welcome you back tomorrow, Tuesday, September 2nd, from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM!
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