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
Museum After Hours: Rockin’ Halloween
Oct 25 2019 - 5:00pm to 8:00pm
Museum After Hours: Rockin’ Halloween
Illinois State Museum, Springfield
Come celebrate Halloween and the opening of two new art exhibitions at the Museum.
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Oct 26 2019 - 12:00pm to Oct 27 2019 - 12:00pm
Kid's Workshop: Essential Concepts of Wilderness Survival 2.0
Dickson Mounds, Lewistown
This overnight workshop is a sequel to Wilderness Survival 1.0. Through hands-on experience, participants will implement the skills and knowledge gained during the 1.0 sessions.
Nov 2 2019 - 11:00am to 3:00pm
Bison Bonanza Super Saturday
Illinois State Museum, Springfield
The bison became the National Mammal in 2016 because of their historical significance and their present day impact. Of course bison have been and are again becoming a big part of Illinois culture and landscape.