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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!
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
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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We’ll be having a BLAST from 10am to 2pm this Friday, July 3rd! 💥 Don’t miss Red, White, and BOOM… explosions outside will happen at 11am, 12:30pm, and 1:30pm – weather permitting. … See MoreSee Less
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The wait is over! The Enchanted Garden, made possible through the generous support of Rose Pest Solutions, is now open! This imaginative outdoor space invites children to connect with nature through discovery and a touch of magic. ✨ Visit the garden now in our outdoor Discovery Park! … See MoreSee Less
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The Enchanted Garden opens TODAY at 10 am! 🎉🐝🌸
We are loving having Meteorologist Joey Marino and Reanne Weil live on site with us this morning, along with our garden partners at Rose Pest Solutions! … See MoreSee Less
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Start the holiday weekend early with our Red, White, and BOOM 💥 Family Friday this week from 10am to 2pm! We'll have explosions outside, crafts, and sensory-friendly fireworks in the museum. … See MoreSee Less
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A great community event tomorrow morning! 📚Also… fantastic opportunity to get a free book!Join us for a special Storytime at our newest Ready to Learn Space— our 14th Ready to Learn Space in Rockford!
We’re excited to welcome Mayor McNamara4Mayor Fire Chief Rebecca Tyo and Police Chief Carla Redd as our guest readers at Rockford City Hall! City of Rockford, Illinois United Way Rock River Valley
Monday, June 29 9:00–9:30 AM
Rockford City Hall
425 E State St. Rockford
Children who attend will receive a FREE book to take home, thanks to our partnership with United for Literacy!
Ready to Learn Spaces help bring books, literacy, and playful learning opportunities directly into the places families already visit throughout our community. We hope you’ll join us for this fun morning of stories and smiles!
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