open for
exploration

Daily

9:30 am - 4:30 pm

$12  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

$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!

explore

our exhibits

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

featured exhibit

The Lab

Grab your lab coat and safety goggles – it’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.

Jul

18

9:30 am

-

2:00 pm

Make solar s’mores and stargaze at our planetarium shows!

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, you’ll enjoy exclusive benefits, plus unlimited fun and learning!

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Thanks to everyone who came to Puppy Pals to see our furry friends in action! 🐶 Special thanks to Puppy Pals for putting on an amazing show! Post your pics from the show and make sure to tag us and @puppypalslive! See MoreSee Less

This week was all about puppies! 🐶
From shaggy dog crafts to exploring dog hair under microscopes, the fun isn’t over!
Join us today from 9:30 am – 2:00 pm for Puppy Pals!
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This week was all about puppies! 🐶 
From shaggy dog crafts to exploring dog hair under microscopes, the fun isn’t over!
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🐾🐾We are OPEN and ready to have a PAW-SOME time with you today at our Puppy Pals shows!

Shows are at 10, 11, 12:30 and 1:30 and tickets are available in person.

See you soon! 🐶🤸‍♀️
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Puppy Pals is tomorrow!!! 🐶
Here is everything you need to know before cheering on our furry friends!
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Puppy Pals is tomorrow!!! 🐶
Here is everything you need to know before cheering on our furry friends!

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First Friday my littles and I are missing! We’re so sad! However we’re so thankful for all the other wonderful, fun, and exciting events you all have put on so far this summer!! Thank you!!!

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