History & Culture
Events
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Natural History of Bison
Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646Discover the Bison that once explored this area, what happened to them and where they are now.
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Walk & Talk: Black History Month Celebration
LaBagh Woods • Chicago, IL 60630Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural areas. These walks will be […]
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Black History Month Kickoff-Drop-in
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Discover the voice behind America Outdoors! Join us for a brief viewing and explore the work of writer, conservationist, and storyteller, Baratunde Thurston. Refreshments will […]
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Winter Nature Camp
Rolling Knolls • Elgin, IL 60120Learn about the significance of winter in Native American culture.
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Lunar New Year
FeaturedLittle Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Embrace the promise of luck and prosperity in 2026 by honoring the Year of the Horse through festive activities, hands-on crafts, and lively performances.
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International Day of Women and Girls in Science
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Converse with women of the Forest Preserves and take part in STEM activities for adults and children.
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Valentine’s Eve Walk
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Celebrate love in its many forms with a candlelit walk, short presentation and refreshments. Families, friends and couples are welcome.
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Mythic Reptiles
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Explore the folklore and myths of amphibians and reptiles.
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Nature Book Club: “The Comfort of Crows” by Margaret Renkl
Forest Park Public Library • Forest Park, IL 60130Discuss this popular book that traces the passing of seasons. Presented with Forest Park Public Library.
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Walk & Talk: Black History Month
Kickapoo Woods • Riverdale, IL 60827Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural areas. These walks will be […]
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Black History Month Celebration: Poetry
Swallow Cliff Woods-North • Cook County, IL 60464 (near Palos Park)Enjoy live poetry readings and learn about Chicagoland black poets. Hosted at Swallow Cliff Woods Pavilion. Presented with Chicagoland Poets & Patrons.
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If Walls Could Talk: Stories of the Underground Railroad-Part I
FeaturedSand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Indoor performances of joy, power and determination, celebrating the African-descended genius of scientific and botanical discovery. Presented by Mama Edie.
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If Walls Could Talk: Stories of the Underground Railroad-Part II
FeaturedSand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473An outdoor experiential performance, blending storytelling and music, about people escaping slavery to freedom! Weather permitting. Presented by Mama Edie.
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If Walls Could Talk: Stories of the Underground Railroad-Part I
FeaturedSand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Indoor performances of joy, power and determination, celebrating the African-descended genius of scientific and botanical discovery. Presented by Mama Edie.
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Black History Month Celebration: Poetry
Thatcher Woods Pavilion • River Forest, IL 60305Enjoy live poetry readings and learn about Chicagoland black poets. Presented with Chicagoland Poets & Patrons.
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Lunar New Year
FeaturedSt. Paul Woods • Morton Grove, IL 60053Join this festive celebration with an afternoon of family-friendly activities and cultural traditions. Grove 1. To register, call 847-864-1209.
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Dinos & Binos
Cermak Woods • Lyons, IL 60534Join us to look for birds and explore their evolutionary connection to the mighty dinosaurs.
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In Our Nature: Celebrating Black Voices
Dan Ryan Woods Pavilion • Chicago, IL 60620An inspiring celebration of Black voices in nature through storytelling, shared learning, meaningful connections and a collaborative hands-on art experience.bl
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Local Stories of the Underground Railroad
FeaturedSand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Learn the history of local people, places and events that shaped the Underground Railroad. Presented by the Midwest Underground Railroad Network.
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Sap’s Rising
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Walk through the sugar maple forest and learn about the sweet history of maple syrup making. All ages.
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Sap’s Rising
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Walk through the sugar maple forest and learn about the sweet history of maple syrup making. All ages.
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Crabtree History Table Drop-In
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Experience a history table together as we discuss the early days and forming of Crabtree Nature Center.
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Walk & Talk: Women in Conservation
LaBagh Woods • Chicago, IL 60630Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural areas. These walks are led […]
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Walk & Talk: Women’s History Month
Oak Forest Heritage Preserve-East • Oak Forest, IL 60452Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural areas. These walks are led […]
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