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Museums

Superheroes Assemble at Discovery Center

July 14, 2017 - July 14, 2017 @ 11:00 am - 3:30 pm

Location

Discovery Center Museum

711 N. Main St.

Rockford, IL 61103

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Description

Dodge danger and evade evil in an obstacle course certain to test your super skills! Defy gravity like Superman, use a special mask to turn everything Green Lantern’s color, meet some caped crusaders and create your own cape, and more! Come in costume (your super identity is safe with us). Meet Spider Man and Woman of Wonder from Once Upon a Dream Performances. Grownups can play too.

Cost: Free with museum admission ($8)

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Outdoors

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September 5, 2024 0

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