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!

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.

May

03

11:00 am

-

2:00 pm

Practice first aid, study the cardiopulmonary system, and peek at dissection specimens!

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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7 days ago

🌸 Fashion in Bloom is happening TOMORROW at Rockford Art Museum! 🌸
This year’s show takes place inside the stunning Impressionists Immersive Exhibition from 6:30 – 9:30 pm. Enjoy fresh floral designs by talented regional artists. Tickets can be purchased on the Rockford Art Museum website!
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🌸 Fashion in Bloom is happening TOMORROW at Rockford Art Museum! 🌸
This year’s show takes place inside the stunning Impressionists Immersive Exhibition from 6:30 - 9:30 pm. Enjoy fresh floral designs by talented regional artists. Tickets can be purchased on the Rockford Art Museum website!

The wolf huffed and he puffed… but did he blow our houses down? 🐺
We worked together, using different materials to protect our little pig! 🐷
Part 2 of our Tot Spot engineering classes starts next week! 🛠️
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The wolf huffed and he puffed... but did he blow our houses down? 🐺
We worked together, using different materials to protect our little pig! 🐷
Part 2 of our Tot Spot engineering classes starts next week! 🛠️Image attachmentImage attachment+7Image attachment

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My girls are still talking about this one, they loved this session!

Attention space enthusiasts and future astronauts! 🚀🔭🌌
Join our Astronaut Academy this Saturday! Examine specimens in our lab, challenge yourself in our escape room, enjoy live planetarium shows, and more!
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Attention space enthusiasts and future astronauts! 🚀🔭🌌
Join our Astronaut Academy this Saturday! Examine specimens in our lab, challenge yourself in our escape room, enjoy live planetarium shows, and more!

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Jeff Egland . . . he would have all kinds of facts to tell us!

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