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Stay informed about your Lake County Forest Preserves by reading the latest news items below.

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Our Communications & Design division is happy to assist journalists and photo editors with stories, fact checks, photo requests, preserve tours and interviews with our experts. Members of the media may also subscribe to receive our news releases and photo opportunities via email.

Kim Mikus Croke, Media & Community Relations Specialist, office 847-968-3202, cell 224-244-0583, email


 
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May 09, 2025 09:00 AM

Superheroes to Take the Spotlight in Major New Exhibit at the Dunn Museum

The Dunn Museum is unveiling a new gallery space this summer with Alex Ross: Heroes & Villains, a special exhibition spotlighting one of the most celebrated artists in comics. It runs June 29, 2025 through February 16, 2026.

 
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May 06, 2025 11:43 AM

World-Class Wildlife Photography on Display at the Dunn Museum

Some of the most powerful images ever captured of the animal kingdom are part of a special exhibition at the Dunn Museum in Libertyville. National Geographic: The Greatest Wildlife Photographs reveals rare and dramatic moments in nature.

 
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Apr 28, 2025 12:10 PM

Guidelines for Safe and Enjoyable Trail Use

As warm weather draws more visitors outdoors, the Lake County Forest Preserves is reminding the public to prioritize safety while enjoying the trails.

 
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Apr 24, 2025 12:18 PM

Beer Garden to Open Weekends Beginning May 2

The Beer Garden at Independence Grove, featuring scenic views and craft brews, is scheduled to open for the season Friday, May 2.

 
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Jessica Vealitzek
Apr 24, 2025 10:26 AM

Lake County Forest Preserves in Talks to Take Over 1,000 Acres of Former Route 53 Land

The Lake County Forest Preserves has initiated talks with the State of Illinois to transfer 1,005 acres of land tied to the former Route 53 Corridor into its care, Board President Jessica Vealitzek announced Thursday, April 24.

 
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Apr 10, 2025 02:45 PM

Summer Concert Series Announced

Get ready for a summer filled with music, nature and good vibes. The popular Concerts in the Plaza series returns to Independence Grove Forest Preserve in Libertyville, bringing live outdoor performances to Millennia Plaza.

 
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Apr 07, 2025 08:49 AM

$1.02 Million Gift Honors Lifelong Love of Nature, Supports Land Restoration

A $1.02 million gift from Paula Lillard honors a lifelong love of nature and creates an endowment supporting long-term land restoration across 1,086 acres in Lake County.

 
 
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