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Nature Play For All

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

Children of all abilities can play and explore nature through accessible activities in The Morton Arboretum’s lush 4-acre Children’s Garden during this special Nature Play for All weekend event, organized in collaboration with Benedictine University and SEASPAR, the South East Association for Special Parks and Recreation. Activities include Painting with Nature, Planting a Seed, American...

Included in general admission
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Nature Play For All

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

Children of all abilities can play and explore nature through accessible activities in The Morton Arboretum’s lush 4-acre Children’s Garden during this special Nature Play for All weekend event, organized in collaboration with Benedictine University and SEASPAR, the South East Association for Special Parks and Recreation. Activities include Painting with Nature, Planting a Seed, American...

Included in general admission
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Arbor Evenings

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

Come with friends and family to enjoy great music while relaxing outdoors at the Arboretum this summer. You’ll hear from a variety of bands, enjoy food and drinks, dance, play lawn games, and watch amazing sunsets on Frost Hill. There’s no better way to celebrate the leisurely evenings of summer than this! Tickets include admission...

Free – $13
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Arbor Evenings

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

Come with friends and family to enjoy great music while relaxing outdoors at the Arboretum this summer. You’ll hear from a variety of bands, enjoy food and drinks, dance, play lawn games, and watch amazing sunsets on Frost Hill. There’s no better way to celebrate the leisurely evenings of summer than this! Tickets include admission...

Free – $13
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Make with Wood

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

If you like to work with your hands, this program is for you! Learn safe hand tool techniques for working with wood and create projects that reflect your own style and taste. Themes change monthly. This drop-in program meets on-site at the Arboretum. Space is limited. Program tickets are available in the Children’s Garden for...

$5
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Dog Admission Days

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

Several times a year, the Arboretum hosts “Dog Admission Days” and “Tails on the Trails” events. These are the only times that non-service dogs are allowed in cars or on the grounds of the Arboretum. Both events offer a unique opportunity to explore the Arboretum’s 16 miles of trails with your favorite canine companion. Dog...

$5
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Art in the Garden

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

Let nature inspire creativity as children explore various art mediums in this hands-on, discovery workshop. Participants will create their own nature-inspired art piece to take home. Art mediums change monthly. This drop-in program meets on-site at the Arboretum. Space is limited. Program tickets are available in the Children’s Garden for the day of your visit...

included in admission
Recurring

Arbor Evenings

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

Come with friends and family to enjoy great music while relaxing outdoors at the Arboretum this summer. You’ll hear from a variety of bands, enjoy food and drinks, dance, play lawn games, and watch amazing sunsets on Frost Hill. There’s no better way to celebrate the leisurely evenings of summer than this! Tickets include admission...

Free – $13

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