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Find the best science events and make the most of your time in Rockford. From music to spirituality and more, we have the biggest event range and best discovery experience, there's something for everyone.
Choose One Day of Research Talks. Includes museum admission. This ticket type includes your choice of: All Saturday Daytime Lectures OR All Sunday Daytime Lectures. World-Class Talks: Hear directly from the researchers making headlines. All evening and weekend talks are tailored for a general audience—no scientific background required! Hear the inside story of how Nanotyrannus was officially recognized as a distinct species. Meet Dr. Jingmai O’Connor from the Field Museum as she discusses the world-famous 'Chicago Archaeopteryx' and the spectacular evolution of flight.
Join us for the first-ever Scales, Tails & Imagination Expo at Burpee Museum celebrating reptiles, amphibians, and the science of care! Live reptiles, amphibians, fish, and invertebrates including axolotls to snapping turtles, rare fish to conservation comebacks, and even extinct giants. Vendor hall featuring live exotic animals, terrariums, books, art, apparel, and innovative products. Whether you’re a reptile enthusiast, a budding scientist, or simply curious about the cold-blooded world, this brand-new expo promises discovery, excitement, and inspiration for all ages.