Bats at the Bridge Adult Edition Friday, Sep 11 Learn about local bats and the latest research on these ecologically important mammals during a presentation at the Museum, followed by... Learn More
Stories We Share The Art of Making Wednesday, Sep 16 Explore objects and stories featured in The Art of Making exhibit, learn about the traditions behind handmade items, and share your own... Learn More
Bats at the Bridge Family Edition Friday, Sep 18 Learn about local bats and the latest research on these ecologically important mammals during a presentation at the Museum, followed by... Learn More
Walk. Read. Create. Saturday, Sep 19 Enjoy a bilingual tale, We Are Grateful, along the Lake of the Woods StoryWalk Trail, then create a gratitude jar at the Museum to... Learn More
Nancy Lincoln & Sarah Bush Lincoln 19th Annual Lincoln Lecture Series Saturday, Sep 19 Step back in time with portrayals of Abraham Lincoln’s mother, Nancy Hanks Lincoln, and stepmother, Sarah Bush Lincoln, as they share... Learn More
Handiwork Market The Art of Making Sunday, Oct 11 Explore the Museum’s The Art of Making exhibit and meet local artisans as they demonstrate traditional handicrafts, sell their... Learn More
Indigenous Peoples' Day Service Learning Monday, Oct 12 Recognize Indigenous Peoples’ Day with a presentation on the history of the region and its people, followed by a hands-on native seed... Learn More
Eerie Illinois Saturday, Oct 24 Enjoy a free evening of family-friendly fall fun featuring hayrack rides, s’mores, Illinois cryptid activities, local vendors, and other... Learn More
Harvest Fest & Touch-a-Truck Sunday, Oct 25 Celebrate the season with family-friendly autumn activities including pumpkin carving and decorating, hayrack rides, apple peeling, and... Learn More