History & Culture
Events
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Hasta luego, Aves!
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439Join us for a presentation about the bird migration journey from the Chicago region to Mexico.
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Native American Fall Equinox
Thatcher Woods Pavilion • River Forest, IL 60305A celebration focused on traditional foods and the harvest season. Presented by the American Indian Center of Chicago.
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A Dark Sky & Folktale Adventure
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Listen to a folktale by the LaGrange Park Library during a hike through the largest Urban Night Sky Place. Ages 13 & up.
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Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
Irene Hernandez Family Picnic Area • Chicago, IL 60630Celebrate the vibrant Hispanic culture of Chicagoland!
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Salsa Dance: Party for the Preserves
FeaturedThatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305Celebrate National Public Lands Day with a Salsa Dance Party. Enjoy live music, dance lessons, food and more. Programa ofrecido en Espanol y English.
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Every Child Matters Powwow (Party for the Preserves)
Caldwell Woods • Chicago, IL 60646Join us to celebrate Native American culture while recognizing the theme ‘Every Child Matters.’ Enjoy traditional Powwow, Native food, and listen to stories of culture […]
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Migración hacia el sur / Southbound Migration
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Explore an interactive bilingual installation about the Central and South American destinations of our migratory birds.
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Hispanic Heritage Celebration
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Celebrate this special month by making unique skulls, flowers and banners in preparation for Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos). All materials provided.
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72nd Annual Powwow
Schiller Woods-East • Chicago, IL 60634Celebrate Native American culture and enjoy traditional Powwow, food and more. Presented with American Indian Center of Chicago. General admission tickets: $10 Children 5 & […]
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Oak Ecology Hike
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439Hike under ancient oaks to learn about their natural history and why they are keystone species. Ages 18 & up.
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Migración hacia el sur / Southbound Migration
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Explore an interactive bilingual installation about the Central and South American destinations of our migratory birds.
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Red Gate Woods: The Dawning of the Atomic Age
Red Gate Woods • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)Learn about the world’s first nuclear reactor. Presentation at Sagawau, followed by a moderate hike at Red Gate. Ages 18 & up.
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Sawubona Nature Walk
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Develop a deeper connection between self, community and the environment. Presented by the Mbwakawen Harambee Collective.
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Indigenous Environmentalists Walk
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010In celebration of Indigenous Peoples' Day, enjoy a self-guided walk learning about indigenous naturalists and stewards.
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Wee Wandering Wednesdays
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Read a story, make a craft and go on an adventure. Ages 2 to 6 with an adult. Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served […]
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Weaving with Weeds: Cattail Mat
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Learn about the history of basketry/weaving techniques and create a small project with a common invasive plant - cattails. Ages 18 & up.
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Intro to Afro-Brazilian Music
Camp Shabbona Woods • South Holland, IL 60473Learn basic rhythms on percussive instruments as well as songs in Portuguese while in a call-and-respond setting. All instruments provided for Capoeira music, samba and […]
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Canceled Hispanic Heritage Paddle
Powderhorn Lake • Burnham, IL 60633Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Friends of the Chicago River and Audubon Great Lakes through bi-lingual bird paddling, storytelling, and connecting with nature and culture […]
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Children’s Festival of Lights
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Learn about the celebration of Diwali in India and enjoy some of the holiday's activities.
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Children’s Festival of Lights
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Learn about the celebration of Diwali in India and enjoy some of the holiday's activities.
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Creepy Cryptid Stories
Caldwell Woods • Chicago, IL 60646Join us for stories and discussion about mysterious creatures from the Chicago region and beyond.
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Together for Trees
Whistler Woods • Riverdale, IL 60827Join a volunteer activity, take a guided walk or learn about careers in tree care and conservation! Schedule of Activities: 10 am: Volunteer with Tree […]
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Intro to Afro-Brazilian Music
Camp Shabbona Woods • South Holland, IL 60473Learn basic rhythms on percussive instruments as well as songs in Portuguese while in a call-and-respond setting. All instruments provided for Capoeira music, samba and […]
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Nature Navigators
Bunker Hill • Niles, IL 60714A fun day packed with interactive outdoor learning experiences led by refugee youth leaders. Presented with REACH. More info, email [email protected]. Grove 4.
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