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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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Family Friday on July 24th is the Smarty Pants Out of this World Space Show! Smarty will be in the building with magic, comedy, and of course, their totally amazing, totally eye-popping GIANT Balloon props! And don't miss the show's amazing finale – a full scale model of the solar system with the world's biggest balloon sun!
30 minute shows: 10:30AM, 12PM, 1:30PM in Woodward Hall. All Family Friday events are FREE with general admission or membership. … See MoreSee Less
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⚠️Due to the hazardous air quality, the Foam Party today is postponed. We encourage families looking for a place to play to visit our indoor exhibits for a safe and fun day! We are opening Imagination Playground in Woodward Hall for one last day of exploration, and we’re ready to make the best of today!
We are exploring options for rescheduling the Foam Party, and will share that information when a new date is found. … See MoreSee Less
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It’s been almost 1 full week of Grow! Have you come in to see it yet? … See MoreSee Less
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The DCM outdoor Discovery Park is currently closed due to air quality concerns.As we continue to experience unhealthy air quality conditions today, several Rockford Park District programs have been canceled or modified.
For a full list of closures and program updates, visit: rockfordparkdistrict.org/alerts
Weather-related closures and program alerts are always shared through push notifications in the Rockford Park District app. … See MoreSee Less
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UPDATE 7/17: postponed due to hazardous air quality, new date to be announced!
Coming to the Foam Party tomorrow? Here's what you need to know: … See MoreSee Less
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UPDATE 7/17: postponed due to hazardous air quality, new date to be announced!
Who’s ready for a fantastic Foam Party this Family Friday?? See you there from 10AM to 2PM! You might even see a blue alien or a mermaid princess walking around until 1PM… 🫧💙🧜♀️ … See MoreSee Less
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