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The Gift Shop at the Bess Bower Dunn Museum in Libertyville is hosting a festive discount sale until December 31. Enjoy a 25% reduction on all items, with certain products marked down as much as 70%.
Interactive maps will periodically not be accessible between Tuesday, December 5 and Friday, December 8 due to scheduled maintenance of our mapping system.
Nov 30, 2023 11:37 AM
The 9th annual Lake County History Symposium takes place virtually on Zoom from 6:30–8:30 pm on January 4 and 18. "Good Neighbors: Making a Difference in Lake County," is this year's theme.
Nov 28, 2023 01:02 PM
The Lake County Forest Preserves offer a winter wonderland of activities, featuring everything from the graceful glide of ice skating to the exhilarating rush of sledding and the serene journey of cross-country skiing.
Nov 27, 2023 11:40 AM
Keep the mistletoe, let the tree go. 8 Forest Preserves to Recycle your Christmas Tree.
Kimberly Landmann
Nov 21, 2023 04:42 PM
The Preservation Foundation of the Lake County Forest Preserves proudly joins the global GivingTuesday initiative, standing with millions worldwide in a celebration of generosity on November 28.
Nov 20, 2023 12:42 PM
The Chicago Wilderness Alliance (CWA) has recognized the Lake County Forest Preserves with two prestigious awards.
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