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Museums

Family Fun and Games Family Friday

July 20, 2018 - July 20, 2018 @ 11:00 am - 3:30 pm

Location

Discovery Center Museum

711 N. Main St.

Rockford, IL 61103

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Description

Transform an egg carton into an ancient game board, invent art using rubber bands, learn the secret to being a psychic and more. Turn flat paper into 3-D shapes, strategize to win the game, and learn to play ancient board games from around the world.

Event Cost: $8, free members and children 1 and under.

Event Time: 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Additional Information

Website: http://discoverycentermuseum.org

Age recommendation: Preschool

Neighborhood: North/Northwest Suburbs

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