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Main Special Exhibition

National Geographic- The Greatest Wildlife Photographs Exhibit at Dunn Museum

National Geographic: The Greatest Wildlife Photographs

On exhibit through September 21 | Included in General Admission

For 115 years, National Geographic has pioneered and championed the art of wildlife photography, and captivated generations of engaged audiences with a steady stream of extraordinary images of animals in nature. From the very first image to appear—a reindeer in 1903—National Geographic Society's publications have broken new ground, establishing an unmatched legacy of artistic, scientific and technical achievement.

In this exhibition, visitors will witness the best wildlife pictures from the pages of National Geographic magazine. Showcasing the evolution of photography, the images convey how camera traps, remote imaging and underwater technology have granted photographers access to wildlife in their natural habitat. These are the Greatest Wildlife Photographs.

Greatest Wildlife Photographs is organized and traveled by the National Geographic Society.

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Ticketed Special Exhibition

Artwork by Alex Ross featuring a dramatic clash between iconic heroes and villains.

Alex Ross: Heroes & Villains

On exhibit through February 16, 2026

Known for his realistic painting style of classic comic book characters, Alex Ross has transformed the comic world into fine art. Using gouache paints, Ross brings heroes and villains from the Marvel and DC universes to life with striking realism. The 100 portraits featured in the exhibition Alex Ross: Heroes & Villains capture each character’s individual attitude, naturally influencing their poses. Combining the portraits creates a larger-than-life mural, transporting visitors into the perfect environment to strike a pose with their favorite superhero or villain.

Proceeds from the special exhibition will support the Preservation Foundation's Every Acre Strong campaign for the Lake County Forest Preserves: LCFPD.org/endowment

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