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Gallery of Hope Art Exhibit
North and South Galleries and Exhibit Hall View over 200 pieces of artwork created by local children in partnership with Heritage Behavioral Health Center.
Monday, March 9, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
No events on this day.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
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March 11, 2026 -Homeschool Program: Weird Mammals
Homeschool Program: Weird Mammals
Event details Homeschool children ages 5-15 can join a naturalist and explore nature and history topics through discussion, hands-on activities, crafts, and games. Homeschool students will spend time indoors and outdoors, investigating concepts and engaging with nature. In Weird Mammals, learn about some of the unusual mammals found in our community and beyond, and discover why they are the way they are. Event requirements Register online by March 9. $15/child. Register Online for Weird Mammals
Thursday, March 12, 2026
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March 12, 2026 -Wilderness Walk
Wilderness Walk
Event details Join a naturalist on a leisurely walk along a District trail to explore and learn a little something along the way. Event requirements Free. Register online by noon the day prior. Register Online for this Event
Friday, March 13, 2026
No events on this day.
Saturday, March 14, 2026
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March 14, 2026 -Dulcimer Club
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March 14, 2026Saturday Stroll
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March 14, 2026 -Mr. Shoaff: Lincoln’s Relative and Decatur’s Most Colorful Newspaper Man
Dulcimer Club
Dulcimer Club Meetings at Rock Springs Nature Center offer a perfect opportunity to rediscover musical interests and talents.
Saturday Stroll
Event details Visit Rock Springs Nature Center to join a naturalist on a stroll along a trail. Come once or come every Saturday – nature is sure to show us something new each week! Event requirements Dress for the weather. Free. No registration required.
Mr. Shoaff: Lincoln’s Relative and Decatur’s Most Colorful Newspaper Man
One of the best-known newspaper editors in Civil War era Illinois spent most of his career in Decatur, but today is largely unknown. Related by marriage to Abraham Lincoln, this colorful and controversial character both made the news and reported on it. Historian and author Dr. Robert Sampson explores how and why James Shoaff and his newspapers always brought readers back for more. Co-sponsored by the Friends of Lincoln Trail Homestead State Park. Free. No registration required.
Sunday, March 15, 2026
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March 15, 2026Sunday Storytime
Sunday Storytime
Event details Stop by the Children’s Room at Rock Springs Nature Center for stories, songs, and fun! We will read some nature stories, move our bodies, and spark some curiosity about the world around us. Event requirements Free. No registration required.
