Upcoming Events

The Illinois State Museum offers a wide range of public programs throughout the year for all ages. Most events are free with admission to the Museum. Please see the event listings for details.

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All ISM 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!
Illinois State Museum 2021 Summer camp logo with green test tube surrounded by splashes of color.
Jun 24 2021 - 8:30am to Jun 25 2021 - 12:00pm
Illinois State Museum, Springfield
Summer camp for youth ages 11-14. Join us this summer as we dive into the art and science of making an exhibit. Go behind the scenes to learn how an exhibit is made and get the chance to create your own.
Illinois State Museum 2021 Summer camp logo with green test tube surrounded by splashes of color.
Jul 7 2021 - 8:30am to 12:00pm
Illinois State Museum, Springfield
Come play at the Illinois State Museum! From fun art projects to cool science experiments, we’ve got your little one covered. Camp for ages 5 & 6.

Illinois State Museum Online Events

Moving Forward Together speaker headshots
Jun 10 2021 - 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Global Conversations on the Return of Cultural Heritage Series
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.
Ida B. Wells
Jun 22 2021 - 6:30pm to 7:00pm
Ida B. Wells-Barnett was an investigative journalist, civil rights activist, and suffragist who dedicated her life to fighting for equality despite racial and sexist prejudice.
red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple strips to make up the Pride Flag with a black media triangle symbol in the middle
Jun 23 2021 - 6:30pm to 7:30pm
Join us as we celebrate Pride Month. Our June media club will focus on LGBTQ+ authors and issues. Participants will view a poetic performance and photos of Chicago Pride together and discuss what it reveals about our past and present.