Burpee Museum is home to the world’s most complete and best-preserved juvenile T. Rex. Her name is Jane! It’s awesome to have a piece of history right here in Rockford. Burpee also has a variety of natural history exhibits including animals, first people, and Sprouts, a children’s room full of interactive exhibits. Burpee is open daily and holds special events and donation days throughout the year.
Celebrate Midway Village’s 50th anniversary by enjoying free admission at the museum.
Kids can listen to their own heartbeat, explore organs, make a petri dish and more.
Check out over 80,000 square feet of exhibits of cars and more. Cost: $28 per adult / $17 for kids ages 7-17 / free for kids 6 and under
Learn interesting facts about the Ice Age, touch real fossils, make your own cave art, play pretend at the Ice Age Restaurant and more. Cost: $14 per person / $12 Continue Reading
Explore the diverse history of the Rockford region with NSLD. All ages are welcome. Free admittance with your NSLD card.
The Wisconsin Dells may be the waterpark capital of the world, but there’s a lot more to do in the area than just splash the day away! When taking a trip to Wisconsin Dells, families can find a variety of activities that will keep kids entertained and as a bonus- some of these activities are even educational! Next time, you head to the Wisconsin Dells, consider making a stop at one of the following places!
Our favorite local children’s museum has a fun exhibit coming back this year that your kids can explore for a limited time! Discovery Town is a miniature town with play structures where kids can play pretend and use their imaginations located inside Discovery Center Museum in Rockford.
What to get for the person who has everything? How about an experience gift from a local business in the Stateline! There are so many amazing experiences that you can give to your family and friends this holiday season. Experience gifts are another way you can shop local and support our community.
Come check out more than 12 new exhibits in the 50,000 square feet of new museum space. Cost: $28 per adult / $20 per kid ages 7-17 / free for Continue Reading
