open for
exploration

tuesday – sunday

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

tuesday – sunday

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

Grow!

Step into a world where every adventure helps children grow.

GROW! Nature Grows Character, 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. Take a walk down the Perseverence Trail, write letters and hang sweet notes on the Kindness Tree, make a wish in the Wishing Well, work together to pollinate a giant flower in Bee in Sync, explore bugs and critters in the Curiosity Corner, take a moment to center yourself by the campfire in the Mindfulness Oasis, and test your bravery on the Confidence Climber.

special events

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

Free Family Day with Bright Start 529

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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!

Let’s be friends!

Discovery Center Museum

10 hours ago

Starting TODAY all membership purchases or renewals come with 4 free guest passes! This offer will be in effect through the end of the year, December 31. Now is the perfect time to become a member or gift a membership to a loved one! ✨ … See MoreSee Less

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Discovery Center Museum

2 days ago

The Heartbeat Sun changes color with your heart rate! See what happens when you jump up and down before holding the sensor, then experiment with taking deep, calming breaths to see the color shift. … See MoreSee Less

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Discovery Center Museum

3 days ago

Join us on Saturday, November 21, 2026, from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm for Free Family Day sponsored by Bright Start 529!

Speak directly with the Bright Start 529 team to have your questions answered and learn how a 529 account can help you reach your college savings goals, participate in fun art projects, and enjoy free admission for the whole family!

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4 days ago

Spend your Thanksgiving break at DCM! Whether you're looking for something fun to do with out-of-town guests, hoping to maximize the time away from school, or just visiting your favorite exhibits… we'll be here! 🍂 … See MoreSee Less

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It's a new week, and we can't wait to see you! … See MoreSee Less

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