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Event Series Mega Hike

Mega Hike

Starved Rock Lodge & Convention Center 2680 E. 875th Rd., Oglesby, United States

Have you ever wanted to hike all the canyons in the park? Well now you can do it in one day. Hikes leave the Lodge at 9am and expected time for lunch is 1:30pm. Return to the Lodge at 4:30pm. Board a trolley with a pair of

Take it Outside Hike: Wauponsee Walk

Sugar Creek Administration Center 17540 W. Laraway Rd., Joliet, United States

Join the fun and join the Goosechase! The Take It Outside challenge took Will County by storm in 2023, and all our favorite Goosechasers are welcome back along with new friends for our 2024 challenges! Come out for a seasonal hike for each of this year's campaigns

Event Series Waterfowl Cruise

Waterfowl Cruise

Starved Rock Lodge & Convention Center 2680 E. 875th Rd., Oglesby, United States

Board a trolley outside of the Great Hall of the Lodge. The Trolley takes you to the Eagle 1 to enjoy an hour long boat ride where you will get to spy the Waterfowl of the Illinois River. The trolley will return you to the Lodge. Reservations

Land & Water Cruise

Starved Rock Lodge & Convention Center 2680 E. 875th Rd., Oglesby, United States

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

A Blast from the Past – Helen Russel

Starved Rock Lodge & Convention Center 2680 E. 875th Rd., Oglesby, United States

This new show is a great mix of songs from Country, Rock & Roll and Bluegrass! All songs are very recognizable! Sing along with many of the songs as they bring back great memories and fun times! Audience participation to Shake their Tailfeathers as well as other

Land & Water Cruise

Starved Rock Lodge & Convention Center 2680 E. 875th Rd., Oglesby, United States

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

Historic Trolley Tour

Starved Rock Lodge & Convention Center 2680 E. 875th Rd., Oglesby, United States

Learn about the National Historic Landmark known as Starved Rock State Park and Lodge. Travel to the Lock and Dam, through historic downtown Utica and to the Starved Rock Visitor center.    

Think & Drink: Freedom Seekers and the Underground Railroad in Northeastern Illinois

Gaylord Building, Lockport 200 W. 8th Street, Lockport, IL, United States

Historian, Larry McClellan, author of Onward to Chicago: Freedom Seekers and the Underground Railroad in Northeastern Illinois (Southern Illinois University Press,  2023), shares untold stories of enslaved people escaping north to Illinois and the Chicago area. McClellan's research explores multiple escape routes, including the pivotal role of

A River thru History – School Day

Columbia Woods Forest Preserve Willow Springs Rd. & Corcoran Rd., Willow Springs, IL, United States

A River Thru History - The Des Plaines Valley Rendezvous is a "living history" re-enactment of an event that would have occurred along the Des Plaines River prior to 1848.  The Rendezvous participants are in historically accurate clothing and shelters.  We expect to have over ninety encampments

Land & Water Cruise

Starved Rock Lodge & Convention Center 2680 E. 875th Rd., Oglesby, United States

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

BBQ-N-Blues LaSalle

LaSalle IL, United States

The 10th Annual BBQ-n-Blues is on September 13, 2024. And we’ll be celebrating with Bands, BBQ & a Rib Cook-Off Contest. Held on First Street between Marquette & Gooding in historic downtown La Salle, bands will begin at 4:00 pm with the Rib Cook-Off turn in at

Event Series A River thru History

A River thru History

Columbia Woods Forest Preserve Willow Springs Rd. & Corcoran Rd., Willow Springs, IL, United States

A River Thru History is an early American party with all the trimmings! Join this festive gathering of fur trappers, settlers, craftsmen, and entertainers along the banks of the Des Plaines River. Mission Statement: A River Thru History is a living history reenactment of early American life,

Sweets & Savory Crawl

City of Lockport

Take a culinary tour of Lockport's eateries on Sunday, September 15th. Visit Lockport restaurants and as many landmarks as you can!  Use your Restaurant Route Map & punch card to keep track of all the stops along the way. The Sweets & Savory Crawl Ticket includes: Reserved

26th Annual Prairie Day

Goose Lake Prairie Park

Spend the day with the Goose Lake Prairie Partners! Bring lawn chairs, blankets, bug spray, sun hats and enjoy the day!! Falcon Show & Tell Illinois Conservation Police Wildlife Mobile Exhibit Animal Rescue & Rehab American Indian Traveling Exhibit Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie Staff IDNR Fisheries Dave

Indige-Facts Traveling Museum

Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E Romeo Road, Romeoville, IL, United States

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

History of Auto Racing in Grundy County

Grundy County Historical Society Museum 510 W. Illinois Ave., Morris, United States

Racing historian Stan Kalwasinski will give a presentation on the history of automobile racing in the Grundy County area on Tuesday evening, September 24, beginning at 7:00 pm. Included in his presentation will be tracks at the old Grundy County Fairgrounds, the Mazon Speed Bowl and the

Starved Rock Historic Trolley Tour

Starved Rock Lodge & Convention Center 2680 E. 875th Rd., Oglesby, United States

Learn about the National Historic Landmark known as Starved Rock State Park and Lodge. Travel to the Lock and Dam, through historic downtown Utica and to the Starved Rock Visitor center. Adults: $18, Seniors: $15, Children 10 & under: $13, Children 3 and under: Free Reservations are required.

Screen Printing Workshop

Open Space Art Gallery & Studios 223 W. Madison St., Ottawa, United States

Learn the art of screen printing and design your own unique Halloween inspired tea towel. In this hands-on workshop, you'll discover the fundamentals of screen printing techniques, from preparing screens to mixing inks and printing onto fabric. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, our skilled

Tom Turner/Joe Corsello Gallery Opening

Grundy County Historical Society Museum 510 W. Illinois Ave., Morris, United States

Join us for the official opening of the Tom Turner/Joe Corsello Gallery. Tom has donated approximately 150 pieces from his collection to the Museum. There are also painting from Joe Corsello. The event is open to the public. There is no charge. Refreshments will be served.  

Spooky Wood Burning Workshop

Open Space Art Gallery & Studios 223 W. Madison St., Ottawa, United States

In this workshop, you'll craft a custom spooky decorative wood board using the art of pyrography. You'll learn the basic techniques of decorative wood burning, which, although dating back centuries, can be expressed with fun, contemporary designs. Using a pen-like burning tool, you'll work on small wood

Breakfast with the Birds

Monee Reservoir 27341 S. Ridgeland, Monee, United States

Start the day with a colorful display of red, yellow, blue and more. Monee Reservoir Visitor Center will open its doors early for bird viewing. A naturalist will offer bird information and identification as you enjoy a light continental breakfast provided for bird lovers. Sit on the

Museum Campus Day

Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E Romeo Road, Romeoville, IL, United States

Have you ever wondered what's going on in our 18th-century Traders Cabin or wanted to peek inside the Native American longhouse above the pollinator garden? This is your chance to explore all the buildings at Isle a la Cache Museum and learn about the Potawatomi and French