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October
Saturday, October 2
Native American Family Day
10 AM – 4 PM; FREE!
Come to Lords Park for the annual celebration of Native American culture hosted by the Elgin Public Museum. Throughout the day different activities will be available to the public. See native dancers and musicians. One of our most popular events, the Bison Blessing, will be held at noon, across from the bison pen. A Native American elder will bless and thank the bison for all that they have provided. Enjoy a portrayal of a Potawatomi Indian from the late 18th and early 19th century, as performed by Sal “Red Hawk” Camacho of Elgin. Call 847-741-6655 for more information.
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Saturday, October 16
Bison Feeding in Lords Park
7-8:30 AM; Fee: $2/Adult, $1/Child, Members Free
Join us for an up close and personal look at the bison, deer and elk at the Lords Park Zoo. Meet at the Museum for a short introduction after which we head for the zoo to assist the zookeeper in feeding these magnificent creatures. Space is limited to 12 people, so please register early!
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Friday, October 22
Space Odyssey Family Science Night
7:00 p.m.
Gas planets, red dwarf stars, solar systems . . . expand beyond your horizons and discover the Universe! The Elgin Pubic Museum will explore space through experiments and demonstrations set up throughout the Museum. This is a drop-in program, so no registration is required.
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Friday, October 29 – Saturday, October 30
Halloween Sleepover
8:00 PM – 9:00 AM; Fee: $40
What better way to spend Halloween than at a museum sleepover with your friends? Come dressed in your spooky best and be prepared for a night of fun! Explore the spooky side of science – bats, pumpkins, spiders, sugar skulls and more! Venture through our darkened exhibits to find Halloween tricks and treats, then sleep alongside T-Rex. Share scary stories and s’mores at the campfire. For children 7-12. Registration required and should be completed by October 22.
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