Scales, Tails, & Imagination Expo

Schedule

Sat Jan 10 2026 at 10:00 am to 07:00 pm

UTC-06:00

Location

Burpee Museum of Natural History | Rockford, IL

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Join us for the first-ever Scales, Tails & Imagination Expo at Burpee Museum celebrating reptiles, amphibians, and the science of care!
About this Event

Explore live reptiles, amphibians, fish, and invertebrates from around the world, meet expert speakers, and experience hands-on learning throughout the Burpee Museum.

Pop-up exhibits will feature incredible creatures—from axolotls to snapping turtles, rare fish to conservation comebacks, and even extinct giants that inspire today’s research.

Shop and explore the vendor hall filled with live exotic animals, terrariums, books, art, apparel, and innovative products for animal lovers of all kinds.

Whether you’re a reptile enthusiast, a budding scientist, or simply curious about the cold-blooded world, this brand-new expo promises discovery, excitement, and inspiration for all ages.

Admission Cost:

Non-Member Adult, 13+ $18

Non-Member Youth, 4-12 $15

Non-Member child, 3 and under FREE

MEMBERS of all ages are FREE!

Date/Time:

January 10am to 7pm

Cancellation/refund policy: Cancellation MUST be received 7 clear days ahead to receive a refund. A fee of 20% will be deducted from any refund after the initial purchase.

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Where is it happening?

Burpee Museum of Natural History, 737 North Main Street, Rockford, United States

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