Macon County Conservation District

Macon County Conservation District
3939 Nearing Lane
Decatur, IL 62521
(217) 423-7708
mccd@maconccd.org

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Laura Ingalls Wilder: Her Life

Rock Springs Nature Center 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL, United States

Whether you know Laura from the television series Little House on the Prairie or her book series, there was more to her life story than the average fan knows. As a multi-faceted woman, she continues to attract controversy and foster debate amongst her admirers and critics as new books and podcasts emerge. Guest speaker Janilyn Kocher is a Professor of History at Richland Community College where she teaches both American and European history as well as Political Science. Free. No registration required.

Event Series Oglesby Mansion Open House

Oglesby Mansion Open House

Oglesby Mansion 421 W. William St., Decatur, IL, United States

Tour the restored home of Illinois Governor Richard J. Oglesby. Encounter the lives of its family members and explore their late 1800s lifestyle. Fee $2. Members are free. The Oglesby Mansion is located at 421 W. William St. in Decatur, IL. >> Learn more about the Oglesby Mansion

Event Series Oglesby Mansion Open House

Oglesby Mansion Open House

Oglesby Mansion 421 W. William St., Decatur, IL, United States

Tour the restored home of Illinois Governor Richard J. Oglesby. Encounter the lives of its family members and explore their late 1800s lifestyle. $5/adult and $2/child. The Oglesby Mansion is located at 421 W. William St. in Decatur, IL. >> Learn more about the Oglesby Mansion

Event Series Oglesby Mansion Open House

Oglesby Mansion Open House

Oglesby Mansion 421 W. William St., Decatur, IL, United States

Tour the restored home of Illinois Governor Richard J. Oglesby. Encounter the lives of its family members and explore their late 1800s lifestyle. Fee $2. Members are free. The Oglesby Mansion is located at 421 W. William St. in Decatur, IL. >> Learn more about the Oglesby Mansion

Event Series Bethel School Open House

Bethel School Open House

Friends Creek Conservation Area 13734 Friends Creek Park Road, Argenta, IL, United States

See what going to school was like in the early 20th century at this historic one-room schoolhouse located at Friends Creek Conservation Area. Bethel School is one of the best treasures in Macon County. Come and tour this one-room schoolhouse that served Macon County for over 50 years. Step back in history and tour Bethel School at Friends Creek Conservation Area. Admission is free and all ages are invited to attend. >> Read more about the Bethel School House

Event Series Oglesby Mansion Open House

Oglesby Mansion Open House

Oglesby Mansion 421 W. William St., Decatur, IL, United States

Tour the restored home of Illinois Governor Richard J. Oglesby. Encounter the lives of its family members and explore their late 1800s lifestyle. Fee $2. Members are free. The Oglesby Mansion is located at 421 W. William St. in Decatur, IL. >> Learn more about the Oglesby Mansion

Event Series Oglesby Mansion Open House

Oglesby Mansion Open House

Oglesby Mansion 421 W. William St., Decatur, IL, United States

Tour the restored home of Illinois Governor Richard J. Oglesby. Encounter the lives of its family members and explore their late 1800s lifestyle. Fee $2. Members are free. The Oglesby Mansion is located at 421 W. William St. in Decatur, IL. >> Learn more about the Oglesby Mansion

Event Series Oglesby Mansion Open House

Oglesby Mansion Open House

Oglesby Mansion 421 W. William St., Decatur, IL, United States

Tour the restored home of Illinois Governor Richard J. Oglesby. Encounter the lives of its family members and explore their late 1800s lifestyle. Fee $2. Members are free. The Oglesby Mansion is located at 421 W. William St. in Decatur, IL. >> Learn more about the Oglesby Mansion

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Macon County Conservation District

Macon County Conservation District
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The mission of the Macon County Conservation District is to promote the conservation of natural and cultural resources by acquiring, maintaining, and restoring areas of natural and cultural significance within Macon County, and to protect and preserve those spaces for the education, recreation, and enjoyment of all its citizens in perpetuity.

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