It is the mission of Burpee Museum of Natural History to inspire all people to engage in a lifetime of discovery and learning about the natural world, through preservation and interpretation. They have a diverse collection of exhibits covering the spectrum of natural history; including “Jane” the juvenile Tyranosaurus Rex. The Burpee Museum has many unique exhibits that have been known to intrigue both the young and old onlookers. Located at 737 North Main Street or visit burpee.org

Since 1927, the Coronado Performing Arts Center has played host to incredible artists, shows, concerts, and events. The Coronado is an atmospheric style theatre and movie palace – complete with Spanish castles, Italian villas, oriental dragons, starlit skies and a Grande Barton Pipe Organ. Today, we invite you to visit and experience an incredible evening for a show at Rockford’s iconic venue, a place where history and entertainment unite. Located at 314 North Main Street or visit coronadopac.org

Discovery Center Museum is a hands-on children’s science museum with more than 300 exciting interactive exhibits. All exhibits relate to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math). Galleries focus on the human body, forms of electricity, the science of sports, space travel, simple machines, communication, agriculture, color and light, and math. Out in the museum’s backyard, visitors can explore our Rock River Discovery Park, a 15,000 square foot multi-level science park featuring a dinosaur dig pit, maze, water play area and a Secret Garden. Discovery Center is one of the top family attractions in Northern Illinois and has received numerous local, state and national accolades. Located at 711 North Main Street or visit discoverycentermuseum.org

Juju Rey’s Art Clubhouse is a vibrant hub of creativity and joy! Families can immerse themselves in exciting artsy fun and thrilling video games. Our doors are open on Mondays (1-5pm), Thursdays to Fridays (3-8pm), Saturdays for special events or all day (1-8pm – check our blog calendar for updates), and Sundays (1-5pm) for a dose of artistic inspiration! Located at 324 E. State Street or visit JuJuReysArtClubHouse.com.

Nicholas Conservatory and Gardens is situated along the banks of our beautiful Rock River, bringing the tropics to the Midwest. The facility is the third largest conservatory in Illinois, offering an 11,000-square-foot plant exhibition area complete with water features, seating areas, and sculptures, all in a tropical plant setting. The beauty continues outdoors with the Eclipse Lagoon, complete with two fountains and a waterfall, pedestrian bridge, patio areas, and walkway connecting the Conservatory to the Sinnissippi Rose Garden. Located 1354 North Second Street or visit nicholasconservatory.com

Rockford Art Museum boasts a diverse yet concise collection, acclaimed modern galleries, museum store, office, studios and classrooms. Comprised of more than 2,000 works of art, the RAM Permanent Collection consists of modern and contemporary American art from the 19th and 20th centuries through today, from American Impressionist paintings to Chicago Imagist works to outsider art in new and mixed media; sculpture; photography; and contemporary glass. Regional art with an emphasis on Illinois artists remains a steadfast focus. Located at 711 North Main Street or visit rockfordartmuseum.org

Come explore Rockford Public Library! Whether you need a blockbuster movie, bestselling novel, latest chart-topping album, or free program for the family, we’re here to provide for all your entertainment and information needs. Located at 215 N Wyman St or visit rockfordpubliclibrary.org