Illinois State Museum Upcoming Events

The Illinois State Museum offers a wide range of public programs throughout the year at all of its facilities. Most events are free to the public, though some at the Illinois State Museum in Springfield may require paying admission to the Museum. Click on the event listing for details.

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Illinois State Museum Events

Research & Collections Center Events

Dickson Mounds Events

Lockport Gallery Events

Online Events
Busy Bugs Logo
Jun 5 2021 - 10:00am to 4:00pm
Illinois State Museum, Springfield
We aren't the only creatures who go to work! What kinds of jobs do bugs have? Learn ways bugs help us out by keeping busy!
Moving Forward Together speaker headshots
Jun 10 2021 - 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Global Conversations on the Return of Cultural Heritage Series
Illinois State Museum, Springfield
This conversation will explore the creation of communities of professional practice across the globe and other actions that can strengthen the work that has been done until now.
Image is of male bluegill.
Jun 18 2021 - 10:00am to Jun 19 2021 - 4:00pm
Dickson Mounds, Lewistown
The free fishing gear will be available on a first come, first served basis on Friday, June 18th and Saturday, June 19th in the Museum’s lobby from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m..