open for
exploration

every day!

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

every day

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

Enchanted Garden

The garden in our park just got a MAJOR refresh! Come and check out The Enchanted Garden inside of Discovery Park, where you’ll enjoy the many upgrades and newfound whimsy of our beloved space! Don’t miss the Wind Cloud, new mural, Animal Friend Fence, pollinator art, and so much more!

Open NOW!

Presented by Rose Pest Solutions

special events

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

Jul

03

10:00 am

-

2:00 pm

Experience a sensory-friendly firework display and parking lot demos!

Jul

10

Jul

17

10:00 am

-

2:00 pm

Mega Foam Blaster Fun!

Aug

07

10:00 am

-

2:00 pm

Bubble Wonders: a dazzling, family-friendly show full of spectacular bubble tricks!

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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Join us July 10th for an amazing Family Friday with magician Zack Percell! Experience four spell-binding shows at 10:30am, 11:30am, 12:30pm, and 1:30pm filled with laughs and audience participation. You won't believe your eyes! ✨ See MoreSee Less

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Red, White, and BOOM was bigger and better than ever this year! Have a safe and fun 4th of July weekend! 🎆🎇

Discovery Center will be closed tomorrow for the 4th of July.
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Mark you calendars for our July Free Days! Illinois residents can enjoy access to the entire museum at no cost. See MoreSee Less

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FINALLY… the announcement we’ve all been waiting for: Grow! is officially opening to the public on FRIDAY, JULY 10! See MoreSee Less

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