Historical & Cultural Activities
Check out these in and out-of-park experiences! You can find the adventure to satisfy your need to learn more at the surrounding museums & attractions!
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Wild Birds of Illinois
June 12th, 2013
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Join us at Fox Ridge for a one hour introductory session on Wild Birds of Illinois. There isn’t a much better place for bird watching…more detailsWildflowers of Illinois
June 26th, 2013
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Explore the vibrant colors and varied species of Wildflowers found at Starved Rock State Park. Starved Rock State Park is ‘in bloom’ all summer long.…more detailsIllinois Mammals
July 17th, 2013
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
What is that creature that nibbles on your outdoor plants and why isn’t he interested in the weeds? Find out about the native mammals of…more detailsIllinois Geology
August 7th, 2013
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
What did it really take to carve out the canyons of Starved Rock State Park? Join us as we explore the long past and the…more details
Hegeler-Carus Mansion
See century-old imported chandeliers, ornate woodworking, intricate hand-painted ceilings and more on a one-hour tour of a Victorian-era mansion that is on the National Register of Historic Places.
Tours: Wednesdays – Sundays, noon,1 pm , 2pm and 3pm.
1307 Seventh Street , LaSalle.
Call: 815-224-6543
LaSalle County Historical Museum (admission fee)
Blacksmith shop, barn, one-room schoolhouse
Mill & Canal Streets, Utica
Hours: Wed – Mon. 10am – 4pm Sat. – Sun. Noon – 4pm Closed Tuesday
Call: (815) 667-4861
