Events

For November's Think & Drink, join award-winning Ojibwa author and Illinois Humanities Road Scholar Kim Sigafus McIver for an interactive presentation on Native American women in Illinois history. Dressed in her native regalia, Sigafus McIver will highlight the lives of influential women like Singing Bird (Blackhawk’s wife) and

Don't miss this excellent opportunity for organizations and interpretive sites to engage with other leaders from communities within the I&M Canal National Heritage Area and beyond. 9:30 AM Registration 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Introductions 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Bob Navarro, President & CEO, Heritage Corridor

Attend the opening reception for the month-long exhibition.

One of the largest (and brightest) Christmas celebrations in North Central Illinois is back and bigger than ever! La Salle's Celebration of Lights will be held from Nov. 16 through New Year's Day at Rotary Park! HOURS: Weekly: 5PM-9PM Week of Christmas: December 20-25th    5PM-10PM The

Join the Lemont Area Historical Society for an incredible presentation, “Made in Chicago,” by local historian Barb Barrett! Discover the fascinating history of iconic Chicago-made products that helped shape not only our city but also the world! From timeless brands to little-known inventions, Barb will dive deep

Bourbon Country continues to be one of the most diverse bands in the Midwest. They play from 7 decades of music from The Eagles to Chris Stapleton, The Carpenters to Zac Brown, Doobie Brothers to Alabama, and everything in between. Tickets are $25/person.  

Explore the magic of Messenger Woods as we celebrate National Take a Hike Day in one of our own forest preserves. We will explore the community of trees in Will County's oldest preserve and learn how the trees support each other. In fact, this community welcomes and

Did you know not all animals hibernate in winter? Celebrate National Take a Hike Day by taking a hike around Lake Renwick Preserve to find out who’s hibernating and who’s not. We’ll look for signs of animals, find out how animals survive cold temperatures and challenge ourselves

Calling all artists, from beginner to advanced and everyone in between. Have fun learning to draw a real-life owl or cute, colorful owl, adding your own creative touches. Explore your unique skills with teaching artist Kim Watts-Rayon. It will be a hoot! All materials will be provided.

Are Native Americans U.S. citizens? How many Indigenous people live in this country? Do all American Indians live on reservations? What are the right words to describe the people who have always lived here? It is common for people to have questions about the lives and experiences

How will you choose to make discoveries in the preserve? By listening, feeling or using another one of your senses? Choose a search card or two inside the nature center before heading out to explore. After your successful search is complete, return to the nature center for

This traveling exhibition presents the work of landscape photographer Miles Lowry. Through remarkable photographs, Lowry captures the grace and grandeur in what remains of the vast forests and savannas that once covered the eastern half of the United States. Since 2001, he has searched out and documented

The Caroling Party, Chicago's largest and best caroling group, is celebrating its 37th season this December. Join them as they welcome in the Christmas season with their book of over 100 festive musical arrangements. Come for the music, and stay for the sweets and snacks for sale

Are Native Americans U.S. citizens? How many Indigenous people live in this country? Do all American Indians live on reservations? What are the right words to describe the people who have always lived here? It is common for people to have questions about the lives and experiences

Join us for the 29th Annual Festival of Trees. The trees, wreaths, centerpieces and other articles will be on display at the Museum on November 1st. The on-line auction site (bidluckyauctions.com) is live now. The Special Raffle is a $500 travel voucher on Southwest Airlines. There are

Are Native Americans U.S. citizens? How many Indigenous people live in this country? Do all American Indians live on reservations? What are the right words to describe the people who have always lived here? It is common for people to have questions about the lives and experiences

Who says grownups are too old for field trips? Not us! Join Isle a la Cache interpreters for a night at the museum. Participate in a voyageur-themed trivia-style game, view the Indige-facts exhibit on loan from the Mitchell Museum of the American Indian, learn about our Blanding's

We are taking Wild Child on the road this season, visiting different preserves around Will County. Answer the call of your wild child by getting your toddler outside with this monthly nature-themed program. Join a naturalist for hands-on activities, such as games, stories, crafts, hikes and more!

Are Native Americans U.S. citizens? How many Indigenous people live in this country? Do all American Indians live on reservations? What are the right words to describe the people who have always lived here? It is common for people to have questions about the lives and experiences

Join us for the 29th Annual Festival of Trees. The trees, wreaths, centerpieces and other articles will be on display at the Museum on November 1st. The on-line auction site (bidluckyauctions.com) is live now. The Special Raffle is a $500 travel voucher on Southwest Airlines. There are

Give thanks and give back this Thanksgiving season! Hike Four Rivers' forested areas while you rediscover the many gifts the forest gives us and maybe learn something new. Then spend some time giving back by removing invasive honeysuckle. The program will end with time to reflect while