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open for exploration
$12 per person
Museum members and little ones aged one and under are free!
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!
Dive into our interactive exhibits where it’s encouraged to get hands-on!
Step into a world where every adventure helps children grow.
GROW!, Discovery Center Museum’s newest 3,000-square-foot exhibit, invites children and families to climb, build, explore, imagine, and discover together in an immersive, nature-inspired environment.
Join us for even more excitement at one of our upcoming events.
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.
With a Discovery Center Museum membership, you’ll enjoy exclusive benefits, plus unlimited fun and learning!
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Step into an immersive Under the Sea experience on Friday, July 31 from 9:30AM to 2PM! 🌊🐙🐠 Join us for a Family Friday full of oceanic activities including underwater planetarium shows, dance parties, aquarium live streams, water experiments, zany deep-sea creature crafts, and more! … See MoreSee Less
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We had SO much fun today with Smarty Pants Out of this World Space Show! Thank you so much for an incredible show, it was astronomically amazing! 🚀✨ … See MoreSee Less
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We're hiring! 🎉 Are you someone who loves kids, science, and having fun with families in a dynamic museum environment? Apply today to be a Discovery Guide!
More information and application here: discoverycentermuseum.org/job/discovery-guide-2/ … See MoreSee Less
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Spark, Sprout, and Bloom your way into learning! 💥🌱🌼 Our new Grow! exhibit teaches us how to notice, play, and reflect. Find these prompts yourself next time you're in for a visit! … See MoreSee Less
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Sneak peek at Friday's show! Discovery Center Museum, 10:30AM to 2PM! … See MoreSee Less
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Summer Camps have been running all summer long, and we’re having so much fun! This week our astronaut campers are preparing for outer space! 🚀✨ … See MoreSee Less
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