Independence Day 1860

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

Enjoy an Independence Day celebration 1860s style! Tour Homestead Prairie Farm, see the heirloom vegetable and herb gardens, play with vintage toys and games, and at 6:30pm, enjoy a performance from Wild Columbine, a group that plays traditional music from the 17th-20th centuries. Visitors are invited to bring lawn chairs. In case of rain, the concert will be moved inside Rock Springs Nature Center. 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. $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 Summer Concert Series

Summer Concert Series: Rylie Bourne

Rock Springs Conservation Area 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL, United States

Get ready for another year of great music in the outdoors with our 9th annual Summer Concert Series! This outdoor concert series sponsored by Stifel Investment Services is held every other Sunday in the summer, and features a variety of bands and performers that play Americana, bluegrass, folk, old-time, and more. Bring a lawn chair or a picnic blanket and sit back, relax, and enjoy the show. Returning to the lineup after several years is Rylie Bourne, who will perform on June 29. Rylie is from Central Illinois but currently based in Nashville, and is known for her signature, smooth ...

Van Trip to Lincoln Park Zoo

Venture to downtown Chicago to visit the second-oldest zoo in the United States. Nearly 200 species of animals can be found, including rhinos, polar bears, macaques, and more. Zoo admission is free, lunch is on your own. Meet at Rock Springs Nature Center. $30/person. Register online by June 27. Register Online for this Event

DL Pratt Photography Exhibit

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

South Gallery Enjoy photography of wildlife and landscapes from local photographer Danny Pratt.

Bill Mott Artwork Exhibit

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

North Gallery Artist Bill Mott explores historic landscapes through still-life canvas paintings.

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 Dulcimer Club

Dulcimer Club

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

Dulcimer Club Meetings at Rock Springs Nature Center offer a perfect opportunity to rediscover musical interests and talents.

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

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