Starved Rock History from a Native Perspective

Join Gerald Savage, a member of the White Winnebago Tribe and a Ho-Chunk Nation Elder, for a unique presentation on the history of Starved Rock State Park from a Native American perspective. Topics will include: How Starved Rock got its name The history of the park Access to and use of the area over time Construction by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) The well-known park murder case Native American perspectives on these events and the site's significance This program offers an opportunity to explore the history of Starved Rock through the knowledge and experiences of an Indigenous elder. Recommended for ages 10 and up.