Upcoming Events

In this dynamic two-week outdoor program, culminating with an overnight campout, high schoolers will explore and study the local ecosystems of Lake County. Conservation Explorers (ConEx) will highlight the importance of conservation and stewardship as participants gain real-world, hands-on experience through data collection and learning from Forest Preserve experts. Participants will also learn about summer job opportunities and career options in the science field.

In this dynamic two-week outdoor program, culminating with an overnight campout, high schoolers will explore and study the local ecosystems of Lake County. Conservation Explorers (ConEx) will highlight the importance of conservation and stewardship as participants gain real-world, hands-on experience through data collection and learning from Forest Preserve experts. Participants will also learn about summer job opportunities and career options in the science field.

In this dynamic two-week outdoor program, culminating with an overnight campout, high schoolers will explore and study the local ecosystems of Lake County. Conservation Explorers (ConEx) will highlight the importance of conservation and stewardship as participants gain real-world, hands-on experience through data collection and learning from Forest Preserve experts. Participants will also learn about summer job opportunities and career options in the science field.

In this dynamic two-week outdoor program, culminating with an overnight campout, high schoolers will explore and study the local ecosystems of Lake County. Conservation Explorers (ConEx) will highlight the importance of conservation and stewardship as participants gain real-world, hands-on experience through data collection and learning from Forest Preserve experts. Participants will also learn about summer job opportunities and career options in the science field.

In this dynamic two-week outdoor program, culminating with an overnight campout, high schoolers will explore and study the local ecosystems of Lake County. Conservation Explorers (ConEx) will highlight the importance of conservation and stewardship as participants gain real-world, hands-on experience through data collection and learning from Forest Preserve experts. Participants will also learn about summer job opportunities and career options in the science field.

Whether you are a beginner or looking to deepen your native plant identification skills, join an environmental educator on this cool summer morning. Explore and learn about the local native plants that call Raven Glen Forest Preserve home.

In this dynamic two-week outdoor program, culminating with an overnight campout, high schoolers will explore and study the local ecosystems of Lake County. Conservation Explorers (ConEx) will highlight the importance of conservation and stewardship as participants gain real-world, hands-on experience through data collection and learning from Forest Preserve experts. Participants will also learn about summer job opportunities and career options in the science field.

Grab some work gloves, help restore the environment, and get a behind-the-scenes look at your preserves! Help our natural communities by removing invasive plants and helping native species thrive.

Come explore which turtle species are native to Lake County! Learn about turtles and what makes them special through crafts and other hands-on activities.

Grab some work gloves, help restore the environment, and get a behind-the-scenes look at your preserves! Help our natural communities by removing invasive plants and helping native species thrive.

Join an Environmental Educator and take a leisurely stroll through one of your preserves. This is a great opportunity to get some exercise and learn about nature. Join us and take a closer look at plants, birds and other wildlife. This is a free program.

Grab some work gloves, help restore the environment, and get a behind-the-scenes look at your preserves! Help our natural communities by removing invasive plants and helping native species thrive.

In this dynamic two-week outdoor program, culminating with an overnight campout, high schoolers will explore and study the local ecosystems of Lake County. Conservation Explorers (ConEx) will highlight the importance of conservation and stewardship as participants gain real-world, hands-on experience through data collection and learning from Forest Preserve experts. Participants will also learn about summer job opportunities and career options in the science field.

Enjoy a cozy Sunday at the Museum Café as you learn about Lake County history and share your ties and stories of the local area. Connect your experiences to the power of place, America 250 themes, and have an opportunity to tour the 250th special exhibition.

Grab some work gloves, help restore the environment, and get a behind-the-scenes look at your preserves! Help our natural communities by removing invasive plants and helping native species thrive.

In this dynamic two-week outdoor program, culminating with an overnight campout, high schoolers will explore and study the local ecosystems of Lake County. Conservation Explorers (ConEx) will highlight the importance of conservation and stewardship as participants gain real-world, hands-on experience through data collection and learning from Forest Preserve experts. Participants will also learn about summer job opportunities and career options in the science field.

Learn the importance of water to our world's survival by becoming a wetland explorer. We will investigate different types of wetlands, finding plants and animals that call these habitats home. Runs Tuesday - Thursday.

Explore different Lake County animal species by observing their unique coverings. From feathers to fur, to scales, slime, and exoskeletons, discover the adaptations of birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and insects through hands-on investigations, live animal encounters, and nature explorations. Runs Tuesday-Thursday.

Grab some work gloves, help restore the environment, and get a behind-the-scenes look at your preserves! Help our natural communities by removing invasive plants and helping native species thrive.

Grab some work gloves, help restore the environment, and get a behind-the-scenes look at your preserves! Help our natural communities by removing invasive plants and helping native species thrive.

In this dynamic two-week outdoor program, culminating with an overnight campout, high schoolers will explore and study the local ecosystems of Lake County. Conservation Explorers (ConEx) will highlight the importance of conservation and stewardship as participants gain real-world, hands-on experience through data collection and learning from Forest Preserve experts. Participants will also learn about summer job opportunities and career options in the science field.

Join us with your child to explore different types of wildlife movement. Hands-on activities will allow you to experience unique interactions with nature.

These live outdoor musical performances begin at 7 pm every Tuesday through August 4 at Independence Grove in Libertyville.

Explore different Lake County animal species by observing their unique coverings. From feathers to fur, to scales, slime, and exoskeletons, discover the adaptations of birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and insects through hands-on investigations, live animal encounters, and nature explorations. Runs Tuesday-Thursday.

Learn the importance of water to our world's survival by becoming a wetland explorer. We will investigate different types of wetlands, finding plants and animals that call these habitats home. Runs Tuesday - Thursday.

Join us with your child to explore different types of wildlife movement. Hands-on activities will allow you to experience unique interactions with nature.

Grab some work gloves, help restore the environment, and get a behind-the-scenes look at your preserves! Help our natural communities by removing invasive plants and helping native species thrive.

In this dynamic two-week outdoor program, culminating with an overnight campout, high schoolers will explore and study the local ecosystems of Lake County. Conservation Explorers (ConEx) will highlight the importance of conservation and stewardship as participants gain real-world, hands-on experience through data collection and learning from Forest Preserve experts. Participants will also learn about summer job opportunities and career options in the science field.

Spend time in the special exhibition 'Carving Out the Future: The Rotblatt Amrany Studio' to practice your sketching. The exhibit will be closed to the public, giving a quiet time to reflect and sketch.

Grab a tasty brew with friends at the Beer Garden at Independence Grove and join us for this special trivia focused on themes surrounding the commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Test your knowledge on Lake County past and present in a fun and educational trivia game.

Explore different Lake County animal species by observing their unique coverings. From feathers to fur, to scales, slime, and exoskeletons, discover the adaptations of birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and insects through hands-on investigations, live animal encounters, and nature explorations. Runs Tuesday-Thursday.

Learn the importance of water to our world's survival by becoming a wetland explorer. We will investigate different types of wetlands, finding plants and animals that call these habitats home. Runs Tuesday - Thursday.

Join us with your child to explore different types of wildlife movement. Hands-on activities will allow you to experience unique interactions with nature.

In this dynamic two-week outdoor program, culminating with an overnight campout, high schoolers will explore and study the local ecosystems of Lake County. Conservation Explorers (ConEx) will highlight the importance of conservation and stewardship as participants gain real-world, hands-on experience through data collection and learning from Forest Preserve experts. Participants will also learn about summer job opportunities and career options in the science field.

Join a history educator for a guided tour of the special exhibition 'Pursuit of Happiness: Many Journeys, One Community' as we commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The tour will also include the special exhibition 'Dancing for Our Tribe: Potawatomi Tradition in the New Millennium', created by photographer and enrolled member of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, Sharon Hoogstraten.

In this dynamic two-week outdoor program, culminating with an overnight campout, high schoolers will explore and study the local ecosystems of Lake County. Conservation Explorers (ConEx) will highlight the importance of conservation and stewardship as participants gain real-world, hands-on experience through data collection and learning from Forest Preserve experts. Participants will also learn about summer job opportunities and career options in the science field.

Grab some work gloves, help restore the environment, and get a behind-the-scenes look at your preserves! Help our natural communities by removing invasive plants and helping native species thrive.

Grab some work gloves, help restore the environment, and get a behind-the-scenes look at your preserves! Help our natural communities by removing invasive plants and helping native species thrive.

Grab some work gloves, help restore the environment, and get a behind-the-scenes look at your preserves! Help our natural communities by removing invasive plants and helping native species thrive.

Go behind the scenes to learn how we restore native habitats and how you can help ensure they remain healthy forever.

In this dynamic two-week outdoor program, culminating with an overnight campout, high schoolers will explore and study the local ecosystems of Lake County. Conservation Explorers (ConEx) will highlight the importance of conservation and stewardship as participants gain real-world, hands-on experience through data collection and learning from Forest Preserve experts. Participants will also learn about summer job opportunities and career options in the science field.

Community cookbooks are inherently local and provide tangible links to our past, especially family memories. These recipes are a collection of voices with a core purpose: They connect with community events and organizations to raise money for recreational areas, hospitals, schools, places or worship, and much more.

Author and Dunn Museum Curator Diana Dretske will discuss the lives of immigrant soldiers in the 96th Illinois Infantry and how a photograph in the Museum's collection inspired a collective biography and the first extensive look at the 96th's service since its history was published in 1887. Copies of her book, "The Bonds of War: A Story of Immigrants and Esprit de Corps in Company C. 96th Illinois Volunteer Infantry," published by SIU Press, will be available for sale.

Grab some work gloves, help restore the environment, and get a behind-the-scenes look at your preserves! Help our natural communities by removing invasive plants and helping native species thrive.

Grab some work gloves, help restore the environment, and get a behind-the-scenes look at your preserves! Help our natural communities by removing invasive plants and helping native species thrive.

Did you know that fireflies are beetles? Children will learn all about these magical insects through different hands-on activities.

Feel the spirit of gospel music come alive during this inspiring annual event. Enjoy a dynamic headliner, local choirs and solo performances. Seating is provided. Food will be available for purchase from a local vendor.

Grab some work gloves, help restore the environment, and get a behind-the-scenes look at your preserves! Help our natural communities by removing invasive plants and helping native species thrive.

Grab some work gloves, help restore the environment, and get a behind-the-scenes look at your preserves! Help our natural communities by removing invasive plants and helping native species thrive.

Grab some work gloves, help restore the environment, and get a behind-the-scenes look at your preserves! Help our natural communities by removing invasive plants and helping native species thrive.

Explore bird feathers, bones, beaks, and feet through hands-on learning stations before heading outside for a family-friendly bird walk in the preserve.

Join us to experience nature from the water, as participants develop paddling skills while exploring nature. Gain experience using kayaks, canoes, and stand-up paddleboards.

These live outdoor musical performances begin at 7 pm every Tuesday through August 4 at Independence Grove in Libertyville.

Learn about the native gardens that surround the Ryerson Welcome Center and Ryerson Education Center and are used as a model of sustainable solutions to stormwater management as well as provide an accessible view of pollinator-friendly plants for Environmental Education programming.

Help us manage these gardens by assisting with on-going seasonal needs. Activities dependent on season and include weeding, planting, seed collection, pruning, and watering.

Join us to experience nature from the water, as participants develop paddling skills while exploring nature. Gain experience using kayaks, canoes, and stand-up paddleboards.

Grab some work gloves, help restore the environment, and get a behind-the-scenes look at your preserves! Help our natural communities by removing invasive plants and helping native species thrive.

Join us to experience nature from the water, as participants develop paddling skills while exploring nature. Gain experience using kayaks, canoes, and stand-up paddleboards.

Grab some work gloves, help restore the environment, and get a behind-the-scenes look at your preserves! Help our natural communities by removing invasive plants and helping native species thrive.

Centered around the picture book, 'We are Water Protectors' by Carole Linstrolm, children will learn about the importance of water in Native cultures through songs, crafts, and stories.

Native moth caterpillars and adults play an essential role in local ecosystems. Discover the importance of moths and how to make your landscape moth-friendly. Native plant selection and sustainable garden maintenance will be discussed.

Grab some work gloves, help restore the environment, and get a behind-the-scenes look at your preserves! Help our natural communities by removing invasive plants and helping native species thrive.

Grab some work gloves, help restore the environment, and get a behind-the-scenes look at your preserves! Help our natural communities by removing invasive plants and helping native species thrive.

Únase a un educador ambiental y explore Independence Grove Forest Preserve. Caminata es en español y al aire libre.