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Trailside Museum of Natural History

Trailside Museum of Natural History

70,000 acres of wild and wonderful in Cook County, IL.

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Meditation & Sound Bath

Meditation & Sound Bath

Thu, Aug 13, 2026 • 9:30 AM—10:45 AM · Trailside Museum of Natural History · Chicago, IL

Monthly guided meditation and immersive sound bath session led by Vibyana. Yoga mats provided.

Senior Nature Club

Senior Nature Club

Thu, Oct 8, 2026 • 10:00 AM · Trailside Museum of Natural History · Barrington, IL

Discover nature through activities. Ages 55 & up.

Stories in the Forest

Stories in the Forest

Thu, Aug 13, 2026 • 10:00 AM—10:30 AM · Trailside Museum of Natural History · River Forest, IL

Join the River Forest Public Library for storytelling! Ages 0-5 w/ adult. Drop in.

S.E.N.I.O.R.S.

S.E.N.I.O.R.S.

Thu, Aug 13, 2026 • 10:00 AM · Trailside Museum of Natural History · Willow Springs, IL

Seniors Enjoying Nature Inside/Outside Rain or Shine! Seniors can deepen their connection to the outdoors with fresh, engaging nature programs offered each…

Trace Monotype Printing

Trace Monotype Printing

Thu, Aug 13, 2026 • 11:00 AM—1:00 PM · Trailside Museum of Natural History · Palos Park, IL

Learn about monotype printmaking! Create your own one-of-a-kind print. Materials provided. All levels welcome. Drop in.

Bat Chat

Bat Chat

Thu, Aug 13, 2026 • 8:00 PM · Trailside Museum of Natural History · Northbrook, IL

Learn about these fascinating creatures while watching for them over the river.

Craftpalooza

Craftpalooza

Fri, Aug 14, 2026 • 10:00 AM—12:00 PM · Trailside Museum of Natural History · River Forest, IL

Kids, get creative! Help decorate a large canvas with stamps, paint and markers. Presented with the North Riverside Public Library.

Wellness in the Woods: Fitness Walk

Wellness in the Woods: Fitness Walk

Fri, Aug 14, 2026 • 6:00 PM · Trailside Museum of Natural History · Tinley Park, IL

Join a Master Naturalist for a brisk walk around this 3-mile paved trail.

Bird Walk

Bird Walk

Sat, Aug 15, 2026 • 8:00 AM · Trailside Museum of Natural History · Chicago, IL

Join a naturalist as we explore this preserve while looking for local birds. A limited supply of binoculars available for loan at select events. All levels […]

Hummingbird Fest

Hummingbird Fest

Sat, Aug 15, 2026 • 9:00 AM—2:00 PM · Trailside Museum of Natural History · River Forest, IL

Let’s celebrate hummingbirds and learn how they connect nature, people and culture. View hummingbirds in the garden, chat with naturalist staff all things…

Watercolor Workshop with Berry-based Paints

Watercolor Workshop with Berry-based Paints

Sat, Aug 15, 2026 • 10:00 AM—12:00 PM · Trailside Museum of Natural History · Barrington, IL

Join Navraaz Basati of Wandering Paths, LLC on a forest therapy walk, then paint using plant-based inks on seed paper.

Nature Wellness Walk

Nature Wellness Walk

Sat, Aug 15, 2026 • 10:00 AM—12:00 PM · Trailside Museum of Natural History · River Forest, IL

Relaxing mindfulness and meditative practice during this leisure walk. Presented by University of Illinois-Extension. Ages 18 & up. Grove 1.

Forest Therapy Walk

Forest Therapy Walk

Sat, Aug 15, 2026 • 11:00 AM · Trailside Museum of Natural History · River Forest, IL

Enjoy a mindful and mediative guided nature walk. Led by Roberta Jannsen, University of Illinois Extension volunteer.

What’s On The Menu?

What’s On The Menu?

Sat, Aug 15, 2026 • 3:00 PM · Trailside Museum of Natural History · Northbrook, IL

Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.

Cultural Presentation and Dance Exhibition

Cultural Presentation and Dance Exhibition

Sat, Aug 15, 2026 • 5:00 PM—7:00 PM · Trailside Museum of Natural History · Chicago, IL

A showcase of Native dance forms and cultural presentations. Presented with the American Indian Center of Chicago.

Camping 101: Overnight!

Camping 101: Overnight!

Sat, Aug 15, 2026 · Trailside Museum of Natural History · Palatine, IL

Part workshop, part campout! Learn camping skills then spend the night. Cost: $50/group of 6. Event starts at 5:30 pm.

Restoration Workday

Restoration Workday

Sun, Aug 16, 2026 • 9:00 AM—12:00 PM · Trailside Museum of Natural History · River Forest, IL

Help us restore our natural communities of woodland and prairie. Equipment provided. Ages 10 & up. Ages 10-14 w/ adult.

Intro to Kayaking Class

Intro to Kayaking Class

Sun, Aug 16, 2026 • 10:00 AM—12:00 PM · Trailside Museum of Natural History · Willow Springs, IL

Learn basic skills for beginner kayakers. Equipment provided.

Summertime Stories

Summertime Stories

Sun, Aug 16, 2026 • 11:00 AM · Trailside Museum of Natural History · Willow Springs, IL

The Naperville Chinese Storytellers share stories in Chinese followed by nature-based art and activities. Ages 10 & under w/ adult.

Forest Therapy

Forest Therapy

Sun, Aug 16, 2026 • 11:00 AM · Trailside Museum of Natural History · South Holland, IL

Join us for a guided, meditative walk to connect back to nature and to ourselves. Led by an Illinois Master Naturalist. Ages 18 & up. […]

River Monsters

River Monsters

Sun, Aug 16, 2026 • 12:00 PM—2:00 PM · Trailside Museum of Natural History · Northbrook, IL

Search for and study the aquatic life of the Des Plaines River.

Wee Wonders: Hummingbirds

Wee Wonders: Hummingbirds

Sun, Aug 16, 2026 • 1:00 PM · Trailside Museum of Natural History · South Holland, IL

Learn about nature through sensory experiences, stories and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/ adult.

Wee Wonders: Hummingbirds

Wee Wonders: Hummingbirds

Sun, Aug 16, 2026 • 1:00 PM · Trailside Museum of Natural History · South Holland, IL

Learn about nature through sensory experiences, stories and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/ adult.

What’s On The Menu?

What’s On The Menu?

Sun, Aug 16, 2026 • 3:00 PM · Trailside Museum of Natural History · Northbrook, IL

Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.