Trip to the Tide Pools – 6/27/26

We're hitting the coast and learning about the creatures that live in tide pools, like anemones, urchins, sea stars, and more! Join us as we explore tidal habitats using stories, games, and art..

Cupid Couple’s Archery – 6/26/26

Come join us for a couple's archery lesson! You and your partner will share a target, and our trained instructor will show you how to shoot a bow and arrow. Work together or compete for points in an adventurous and unique date night! No experience necessary!

Registration is for two people. Please register only one person in your pair.

 

Archery is for everyone!  Our instructor is trained in adaptive archery and the elements used to make this sport accessible. Please contact us if there are any accommodations you may need!

 

Discovery Garden Exploration Time

Explore summer in the Discovery Garden! Enjoy hands-on activities led by our garden docents outside. Learn about native Illinois ecosystems and have fun playing in the garden!

Jun:  Pollinators

Jul:  Water Play

Aug:  In the Dirt

 

 

Stephen Bishops’s Mammoth Cave – 6/20/2026

We're celebrating Juneteenth by learning about Black heroes in the world of natural science!

Stephen Bishop knew Mammoth Cave better than anyone! He was the first guide for the longest cave in the world and created one of the most accurate maps of it to ever exist. Join us as we replicate a cave guide experience, make our own maps, and more.

Bug Behavior with Charles Henry Turner – 6/20/2026

We're celebrating Juneteenth by learning about Black heroes in the world of natural science!

Charles Henry Turner was a zoologist who studied bugs and laid the foundation for what we know about insects today. We're exploring his story through science-themed games, art, and more.