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Juniper Junction

The Morton Arboretum 4100 Illinois 53, Lisle, IL, United States

Visit The Morton Arboretum from Saturday, February 15 through Sunday, February 23, to see Juniper Junction, a large-scale model train display at the Arboretumโ€™s Firefly Pavilion. Large-scale model railroading uses trains that are significantly larger than standard model railroading. Also called โ€œgarden railroads,โ€ large-scale model railroads offer a captivating landscape for viewers of all ages...

Included in general admission

Black Creativity Career Showcase

Griffin Museum of Science and Industry 5700 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

Have you ever wondered what it's really like to be an artist, scientist or engineer? In celebration of Black Creativity, kids and families can talk with African American artists, scientists and engineers about innovative work happening right here in our city. Professionals will be stationed throughout the Museum's Main Level. This is an opportunity to...

Included in general admission

Animal Meet and Greet

Batavia Public Library 10 S. Batavia Ave., Batavia, IL, United States

Visit a variety of animal exhibits including Frog Lady, Incredible Bats, Stillman Nature Center and Randall Oaks Zoo. This is your chance to get up close to the animals and have your questions answered. Tickets are required and will be available at the Youth Services Desk beginning Mon., Feb. 10.

Free

Walk and Talk: Black History Month Celebration

LaBagh Woods Cicero Avenu and Foster Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States

Learn the importance of Black environmentalists and the history of the Forest Preservesโ€™ trails as it relates to the Underground Railroad Movement. Grove 1. Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural areas. These walks will be led at a slower pace with...

Free

STEM Stations

Westmont Public Library 428 North Cass, Westmont, IL, United States

Flex your STEM muscles as you play, build, design, problem solve, and collaborate at each station.

Free

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