Exhibits:
Explore Burpee Museum’s exhibits and journey through time — from ancient Fossil Lake to towering dinosaurs like Jane the T.rex. Meet live animals up close, watch scientists at work in our labs, and enjoy hands-on experiences that bring natural history to life. There’s something to discover for every age!
THIRD FLOOR:
Third Floor Exhibits
From local wildlife to critters from far and wide, explore biology though living animals and realistic dioramas.
SECOND FLOOR
FIRST FLOOR
LOWER LEVEL
Lower Level Exhibits
Discover Fossil Lake, meet scientists, enjoy riverfront events.
MORE EXHIBITS
Nature Nook
From Butterflies to restored tall grass prairie…
12,000 Years in the Making
Opening August 2026
The Roaring Rockford
Coming Soon…