Tour begins with lunch in our restaurant followed by a narrated trolley tour. Learn about Starved Rock's history and legends of the area. The trolley takes passengers to the Eagle 1 to see the east end of Starved Rock State Park by water. Restrooms are available throughout

Don't hate! Appreciate the fact that snakes are amazing! Did you know that snakes smell with their tongues? Or that they can eat animals 75% to 100% larger than their own heads? Come out to Isle a la Cache and get a new appreciation for our slithery

Come on out for a night to socialize outdoors and enjoy the beautiful Prairie Bluff Preserve and some bingo! Compete for prizes and share some laughs in good company. Feel free to bring dinner or snacks and add some beverages (beer and wine only, please, for alcoholic

Exotic Cars STEM NIGHT & Expo Night Light up your engines! The fastest and coolest cars are making their way to Lemont Downtown for our legendary cruise night car shows and block party. Wander the streets of historic Lemont Downtown viewing cars that take you back in

Calling all educators! It's time to hit it out of the park with Teacher Appreciation Night! Join us in celebrating the all-star lineup of educators who knock it out of the park every day!!  

Join us for a journey through the seasons! We are excited to offer 4 garden walks to showcase the gardens throughout the year. All Garden Walks are free to attend. Participate in all four walks to be entered to win a $75 gift card to use in

Shamrocks and strikeouts at Irish Heritage Night! Join us at the ballpark for a grand celebration of Irish culture, with music, dance, and the crack of the bat!  

For this month’s Think & Drink, we’re doing something a little different: we’re opening a new history exhibit! Beginning Thursday, August 8, our 3rd floor gallery will feature Rise from Ruins: The Great Lockport Fire of 1895. This exhibit coincides with Main Street Lockport’s Fire Fest, taking

Free concert series! Join us in downtown Lemont on Stephen Street. Bring your blankets & chairs for free open seating.  Seating opens at 6:00 p.m., music begins at 7:00 p.m.  Food and drink will be available on site.  

As the days grow longer and the temperatures rise, the natural world comes alive with a chorus of sounds. But do you know what, or who, is making the symphony? Learn some of the most common calls around this time of year and how to ID them.

Tour begins with lunch in our restaurant followed by a narrated trolley tour. Learn about Starved Rock's history and legends of the area. The trolley takes passengers to the Eagle 1 to see the east end of Starved Rock State Park by water. Restrooms are available throughout

Enjoy the artwork of Kevin Stock and Kent Broadbent which is currently on exhibit.

Great Moments in Vinyl plays ZZ Top - The Rooftop Summer Music Series 2024 Live music on the Museum's Outdoor Rooftop! Register/Info: www.Jolietmuseum.org (815) 723-5201 Doors Open at 6:15pm Show starts at 7:00pm  

Join us for this free event to celebrate Natalie's  birthday!!

Steve Sharp honors Jimmy Buffet. Join us every Friday and select Saturdays for live music on our Veranda. Come enjoy the views, great food, and grooves!  

Don't forget to register your kiddos for a fun-filled morning of activities! This month's Starved Rock Saplings theme is forests! IDNR staff will read a storybook about the different types of forests in our world. Afterwards, parents and children will take a guided hike to experience the

Rebuilt after the great fire of 1895, Fire Fest is HOT!! At the origin of the Great Lockport Fire of 1895, we’ll share the story of this historic event and how our Historic Townscape was rebuilt ~ Great Fire History Tours ~ Modern & Vintage Fire Engines ~ Food Court

Come join us as we celebrate Tom's Place's 100th Anniversary. We will be closing off Stephen St for a party. There will be bands, food, a money machine, and so much more! Musical Lineup 4:00 -5:00 pm     The M80s 5:30 - 6:30 pm    Good

Join us for a special evening of opera as the Prairie Arts Council proudly presents “Bring Him Home: Opera Concert for the Arts.” This special event features a selection of beautiful arias, art songs, and contemporary music performed by Princeton’s own, Dane Suarez, tenor, and Nick Towns,

We actively contribute to the community by supporting local charities through generous donations. Every year, we carefully select five charitable organizations to participate in Morris Cruise Night. These organizations are given the opportunity to sell 50/50 raffle tickets and operate concessions during the event. The selection process

Enjoy an evening at Hammel Woods exploring the habitat of our local bat species. Play bat-themed games and discover fascinating facts about these flying mammals. Watch the bats emerge from their sleeping quarters to go out on their nightly hunt and enjoy a short night hike. Fee:

Hummingbird migration is underway, and the birds are fueling up for their journey south. This is a perfect time to hang out in Plum Creek Nature Center's hummingbird courtyard. Bring your chair, enjoy some refreshments and delight as the birds flit back and forth right overhead. Drop