Adventure, Discovery & Fun Await You This Summer! ☀️
Looking for unforgettable things to do in Rockford this summer? Burpee Museum of Natural History is your go-to destination for family fun, fascinating discoveries, and hands-on experiences you won’t find anywhere else! Whether you’re exploring with the kids, hanging out with friends, or flying solo, Burpee has something awesome waiting for YOU.
🎶 Music on the Rock
Feel the rhythm, move your body, and make joyful noise with Music on the Rock at Burpee Museum! This inclusive music and movement program is designed for individuals of all abilities and ages. Whether you love to sing, play, or simply listen, you’ll enjoy interactive sessions filled with instruments, rhythm games, and group fun.
Summer Wednesdays June-August 2026
Join us for a welcoming, sensory-friendly environment where everyone can connect through the power of music! Perfect for families, caregivers, and anyone looking to make music and memories this summer.
🐸 Animal Encounter – Meet & Greet
Ready to meet some wild new friends? In this 45-minute experience, you’ll come face-to-face with Burpee’s reptiles and amphibians. Touch, learn, and snap photos with these incredible creatures as our animal experts teach you all about their diets, behaviors, and survival superpowers. Perfect for curious kids and animal lovers of all ages!
🦖 Private Tour & Dino Encounter
Forget Night at the Museum…our enthusiastic guide makes the museum come alive for you! Explore Burpee with an enthusiastic guide who will unlock secrets to all the exhibits. Includes an optional photo op in the Paleo Lab with your young, future paleontologist. Whether you’re a dino fanatic or just love cool science, this tour will spark your sense of wonder! Great for all ages!
✨ Private Tour – Your Interests, Your Pace
Want the VIP treatment? Take a personalized tour of Burpee with one of our expert guides. This tour will go as in-depth as you are interested, and is led by an enthusiastic guide! You encounter the prehistoric creatures that call Burpee home, learn about fossil preparation into the paleo lab, how fossils are uncovered in the field, and enjoy private viewing of the prehistoric world! Ages 10 & Up
New Exhibits!
From the all new Conservation Corridor and Turtle Corner, to the Ancient Waterways Exhibit, to our outdoor Nature Nook you won’t want to miss the newest additions to the museum that opened in 2025! If you have not been to Burpee recently, now is the time to see how we have grown!
