open for
exploration

Daily

9:30 am - 4:30 pm

$12ย  per person

Museum members and little ones aged one and under are free!

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a member

open for exploration

Tuesday - Sunday

9:30 am - 4:30 pm

$12ย  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 itโ€™s encouraged to get hands-on!

featured exhibit

The Lab

Grab your lab coat and safety goggles โ€“ itโ€™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

11

9:30 am

-

2:00 pm

Watch furry friends perform stunts and comical 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.

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With a Discovery Center Museum membership, youโ€™ll enjoy exclusive benefits, plus unlimited fun and learning!

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Thanks to everyone who came and made Red, White, and Boom unforgettable! ๐ŸŒŠ๐ŸŽ‡ See MoreSee Less

Itโ€™s been a blast this week! ๐Ÿ’ฅ
From firework art and painting to frozen fizzys, weโ€™re all set for Red, White, and Boom!
Join us today from 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM for some 4th of July fun! โœจ
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Itโ€™s been a blast this week! ๐Ÿ’ฅ
From firework art and painting to frozen fizzys, weโ€™re all set for Red, White, and Boom! 
Join us today from 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM for some 4th of July fun! โœจImage attachmentImage attachment+3Image attachment
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Celebrate the 4th of July with us! ๐ŸŽ†
Get ready for booming water shows and sensory-friendly fireworks!
Hereโ€™s everything you need to know before the party starts! ๐ŸŽ‰
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Celebrate the 4th of July with us! ๐ŸŽ†
Get ready for booming water shows and sensory-friendly fireworks! 
Hereโ€™s everything you need to know before the party starts! ๐ŸŽ‰

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Jordon Bosselman

Kaitlynn Herrera

Congratulations to our Employee of the Month, Abby! ๐ŸŽ‰
As one of our amazing Discovery Guides, Abby goes above and beyond to make every visitor's experience unforgettable. Thanks for all you do, Abby!

Favorite exhibit: Bubbles ๐Ÿซง
Favorite part about working at DCM: Everything! She loves her job, coworkers, guests, and all of it โค๏ธ
Hobbies: Chill with her friends, family, and 5 animals ๐Ÿ˜Š
Favorite food: Sushi/tacos ๐Ÿฃ๐ŸŒฎ
Chosen superpower: Healing all physical and mental health illnesses ๐Ÿฉบ
Favorite childhood toy: Barbies and Bratz ๐Ÿ‘ 
Ideal day in the Rockford area: Go to any of the local forest preserves and take in the natural elements of the city ๐ŸŒณ
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Congratulations to our Employee of the Month, Abby! ๐ŸŽ‰
As one of our amazing Discovery Guides, Abby goes above and beyond to make every visitors experience unforgettable. Thanks for all you do, Abby! 

Favorite exhibit: Bubbles ๐Ÿซง 
Favorite part about working at DCM: Everything! She loves her job, coworkers, guests, and all of it โค๏ธ
Hobbies: Chill with her friends, family, and 5 animals ๐Ÿ˜Š
Favorite food: Sushi/tacos ๐Ÿฃ๐ŸŒฎ
Chosen superpower: Healing all physical and mental health illnesses ๐Ÿฉบ
Favorite childhood toy: Barbies and Bratz ๐Ÿ‘  
Ideal day in the Rockford area: Go to any of the local forest preserves and take in the natural elements of the city ๐ŸŒณ

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She talked to my family in the Maker’s Space one time and was just really nurturing of my daughters’ creativity and fun to chat with while they made their creations.

We love Abby!!!!

So proud of you sister! Love you!!

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