- TripBuzz found 59 things to do with kids in or near Rockford, Illinois, including 39 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Beloit, Loves Park, Cherry Valley and Belvidere.
- From Discovery Center Museum to Skateland, the Rockford area offers 82 different types of family activities, including: Theaters, History Museums, Gardens and Parks.
- Located on the banks of the Rock River, the city of Rockford, Illinois is the states third largest city. Settled in the mid-1800's, the area was once an industrial area and is now a thriving commercial and residential community that also offers many tourist attractions. The most popular attractions being those of cultural and historical importance such as the local museums and historic theatres.
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The New Glarus Historical Museum is a replica of an original 1850s Swiss settlement town. The museum has over 14 buildings containing historical artifacts and offers exhibits on immigrant history.
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Featuring open forest areas and wetlands, Black Bear Park has a pond with fish and waterfowl, a playground and a gazebo with a picnic table. The park can be used for basketball, frisbee golf, fishing and walking.
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The historic Panther Intaglio is an outdoor museum that is known for being on the National Register of Historic Places. The museum is dedicated to several Native American intaglios that existed in the area in the past.
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1250 Lillian Street, Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
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The Fort Atkinson Aquatic Center is a family friendly facility that has amenities including a 175-foot waterslide, a whale waterslide, 2 diving boards, and sand playgrounds. The water park also has concessions.
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A museum that consists mainly of the personal collection of world traveler Edwin Barlow, the Chalet of the Golden Fleece features a wide array of artifacts and treasures from around the globe.
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101 S 3rd Street, St. Charles, IL 60174
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Providing classes for all ages and skill levels, 3rd Street Dance & Theater Academy teaches visitors how to dance in the styles of ballet, jazz, and tap. The academy hosts an annual recital where visitors can watch students perform.
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With representations for both adults and children, the Steel Beam Theater has been opened since 2001. It also organizes acting classes, as well as camps.
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A venue to several outdoor concerts and music festivals, the Alpine Valley Music Theatre in Elkhorn, Wisconsin allows music to be enjoyed to the backdrop of nature. Tailgating and grilling is allowed before shows, which can be enjoyed from general lawn seating.
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407 Merchants Avenue, Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
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This museum highlights the history of the Sauk Warrior, Black Hawk Tribe, and Black Hawk War of 1832, along with military details on Abraham Lincoln, and the history of Fort Atkins. William Dempster Hoard, the father of dairy is also represented. There are also 5 gardens to explore.
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With 72 seats, Steel Beam Theatre is a small theater but runs a number of different shows throughout the year. Both adult and children's theater are showcased and they also offer classes and workshops.