On these hot summer days, amphibians like frogs and toads need a place to cool off! Today we’re making terracotta toad houses. They’ll provide our cold-blooded pals a place to hide from the sun, so they can relax before eating our garden pests! All materials provided.
This Sunday, July 20th, is the 56th anniversary of the moon landing! We’re celebrating by launching some rockets of our own. Join us as we design and decorate our own Apollo 11’s and use water pressure to make them hit the skies!
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
Let’s go outdoors! Each week during the summer, we’re learning an new skill to help us survive in the wilderness. No experience is necessary. Are you up to the challenge?
It's Pirate Week! We're learning how to tie knots that you'd need to know on a sailing ship and beyond!
Avast! It's Pirate Week! We're exploring the different parts of science that pirates used to sail the seven seas. Join us as we build our own compasses, make spyglasses, and learn about buoyancy with a boat competition!
