Archaeology Day
Sand Ridge Nature Center 15891 S Paxton Ave, South Holland, IL, United StatesLearn about Calumet Regionβs cultural history. Activities include archaeology displays, a mock archaeology dig, and more.
Free
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Fire Department Open House
Randhurst Village 1 Randhurst Village Drive, Mount Prospect, IL, United StatesMeet the Mount Prospect Fire Department at their annual Open House! All residents are welcome to enjoy a fun afternoon full of giveaways, games and treats! Special activities include a kidβs fire pole, a kidβs combat challenge, an emergency management display, fire safety and preparedness programs, and special team demonstrations. Admission is free. For...
Free
Local Authors’ Fair
Berwyn Public Library 2701 S. Harlem Ave., Berwyn, IL, United StatesJoin us for on the Library Grounds for our 3rd Annual Local Authors' Fair! Local writers for all age groups and genres will be here to meet readers, share their work and experiences, and sell their books. Come find a new favorite and connect with authors and other readers!
Free
A River Thru History – The Des Plaines Valley Rendezvous
Columbia Woods Forest Preserve Willow Springs Road & Corcoran Road, Willow Springs, IL, United StatesCalling all history buffs and adventure seekers! The Des Plaines Valley comes alive this September 14th and 15th with the return of the A River Thru History Rendezvous! Immerse yourself in an unforgettable journey back to a time before Chicago, when trappers, explorers, and pioneers gathered along the banks of the river. What awaits you:...
Free β $15
Fall on the Farm
Riverview Farmstead Preserve Book Road and Hassert Boulevard, Naperville, IL, United StatesGet ready for some old-fashioned fun on the farm! Tour the mid-1800s limestone house and the historic red barn, meet some farmyard animals from Millers Petting Zoo(Opens in a new window) and even try your hand at some farmstead chores. See tractors and other antique farm equipment up close and personal and learn how they...
Free
Budding Botanists
Garfield Park Conservatory 300 N Central Park Avenue, Chicago, IL, United StatesWatch out as you explore the Conservatory β you may run into a Budding Botanists! on Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00am to 3:00pm, Nature Educators will provide activities for kids of all ages at our Budding Botanists station. These programs are drop in and no preregistration is required. You can stop by and interact with...
Free
Second Floor Grand Opening Celebration
Schaumburg Township District Library 130 South Roselle Road, Schaumburg, IL, United StatesJoin us to officially celebrate the Grand Opening of the renovated second floor of the Library! Stop by to enjoy food, crafts, activities and exciting demos in the new Innovation Hub! No registration required.
Free
Depot Days
The Museums at Lisle Station Park 921 School Street, Lisle, United StatesDiscover what life was like more than 100 years ago at Lisle Depot Days, where you'll be transported back in time as you tour the Depot Museum, Beaubien Tavern, Netzley/Yender House, and a working blacksmith shop. The event is free to the public. All ages welcome. This Free Event Features Historic Demonstrations Historic Games Blacksmithing...
Free
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