Burpee Museum is excited to invite the Rockford community back to our museum with summer camps and classes for all ages and all schedules! From multi-day camps to one-day classes, there are options for science enthusiasts and scouts alike!
Check Out The Fun!
Animal Hour Classes
(multiple dates)
Enhance your visit with this family friendly experience! Meet live animals, learn about their biology and habitats, and don't forget the camera!!
Dino Days Labs
(multiple dates)
Single day Paleontology lab based classes working with amazing specimens from the Burpee Dino Research program. Class options for young children through adults!
Art of the Earth Classes
(multiple dates)
Think like a scientist and an artist! Learn how artists bring creativity and scientific research into their art of long before humans lived.
Zoology & Animal Behavior Camp
July 11-14
Work with LIVE animals, become a zoologist and behavioral scientist for a week with Burpee as you dive into the biology!
Rocks & Minerals Camp
July 18-22
Calling Geologists! Ask about minerals...and find out what rocks all week long!
Music on the Rock
(multiple dates)
Free, live music in Burpee's backyard on Summer Wednesdays!
Special Night
August 20
Celebrate the 80th Birthday of Burpee Museum at a fancy and fun party through Burpee Museum
Jane's Day!
June 25
It is Jane's UnEarthed Day! Celebrate the 20 year anniversary of Jane!
Parents: All unaccompanied children need to be bathroom trained in Burpee classes. If your child is not, please plan to attend the class with your child. ZooBabies classes are designed for parents/caregivers to work together with their child. Thank you!