Discover all the best things to do in Rockford, Illinois, with kids!
Rockford is a great place to raise a family, and for good reason. There are so many places to explore music, nature, science, and history together, and many free things to do. With
Best Mom Rockford
as your guidebook, you can confidently pack your day full of adventurous and educational outings for all ages.
Learn what it takes to succeed in careers from astronaut to agriculture at the Discovery Center Museum, before visiting the adjacent Rockford Art Museum and Rockford Dance Company. Camp, fish, and boat at Rock Cut State Park. Step back in time to discover what life was like at the turn of the last century at Tinker Swiss Cottage. Rev up an interest in classic cars and monster trucks at Historic Auto Attractions. Practice painting pottery, relax on a river, and indulge in Italian food and culture with one of these Rockford adventures.
Rockford author Erin Sturm will introduce you to all the places that, once visited, will have your kids declaring that you are the best mom!