Saturday, Sept. 21, to Sunday, Dec. 8. Museum hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays to Saturdays and noon to 4 p.m. Sundays. Are Native Americans U.S. citizens? How many Indigenous people live in this country? Do all American Indians live on reservations? What are the

Witches Night Out Joliet is a costume fundraiser for women who want to make a difference in their community. Net proceeds raised through Witches Night Out Joliet are distributed to our Will County 501(c)(3) Recipient Agencies, who provide necessary services and support that is vital to the

Saturday, Sept. 21, to Sunday, Dec. 8. Museum hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays to Saturdays and noon to 4 p.m. Sundays. Are Native Americans U.S. citizens? How many Indigenous people live in this country? Do all American Indians live on reservations? What are the

Tour begins with lunch at 11am in the historic dining room at the Lodge, followed by a narrated trolley tour with history and legends of the area. The trolley will then take you to the new river boat, The Eagle I where you will see the beautiful

Experience the woods like never before! Come dressed in costume and hike along a glowing trail to learn what goes bump in the woods at night. Visit spooky stations, but beware! Will tricks or treats await? Enjoy a crackling fire while roasting marshmallows for s'mores. This program

Explore the most haunted place in Lockport with two thrilling attractions: Hayride of Horror and the Curse of the Bayou! Fridays & Saturdays | 7 PM - 10 PM | In October (October 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26) Last 2 Sundays (October 20 &

Join the Grundy County Historical Society for a Walk-a-Thon! Historical Anecdotes Beautiful Historic Site Photo Ops Photo Contest $30 registration fee (includes shirt). Register at (815) 942-4880, [email protected], or at The Grundy County Historical Society. You must register prior to September 19 for a shirt.  

Meet in the forest preserve area east of the Barrypoint Bridge and the Hofmann Tower. Bring your kids, parents, neighbors and friends! We accept AND recycle aluminum cans to raise money for future cleanups and events. Refreshments will be served. Bags and poker sticks will be provided by

In April 1917, during their senior year spring break at Oak Park-River Forest High School, classmates Ernest Hemingway and Ray Ohlsen embarked on a trip mostly by canoe to Starved Rock State Park in La Salle County. In commemoration of Hemingway’s 125th anniversary, an Illinois State Historical

Get Your Tickets Now for A Victorian Haunting: A Taste of Ottawa and Its Spirits! Step into a world of mystery and delight on October 19, 2024, as the Ottawa Downtown Association presents an unforgettable evening with A Victorian Haunting: A Taste of Ottawa and Its Spirits.

Explore the most haunted place in Lockport with two thrilling attractions: Hayride of Horror and the Curse of the Bayou! Fridays & Saturdays | 7 PM - 10 PM | In October (October 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26) Last 2 Sundays (October 20 &

Explore the most haunted place in Lockport with two thrilling attractions: Hayride of Horror and the Curse of the Bayou! Fridays & Saturdays | 7 PM - 10 PM | In October (October 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26) Last 2 Sundays (October 20 &

The Tully Monster is the State Fossil for Illinois. It was found in the Mazon Creek and only exists in Grundy County. Learn about the Tully Monster. See Tully Monster fossils. Participate in a Scavenger Hun and play games.