Hands-On History

History is brought to life in this family-friendly program in which guests of all ages are invited to handle Great War artifacts.

Muddy Mondays

Have you always wanted to try throwing clay on a wheel? Did you watch Ghost in the 90s - or recently? We can teach you. A Clay Expert will show you how to get started and guide you through the process of making a clay creation on the wheel.

Critter Feeding

Discover what’s for dinner at Burr Oak Woods as the captive amphibians, fish, and turtles enjoy their feast every Tuesday and Friday. The snakes are fed on the second and fourth Wednesday.

Snake Feeding

Discover what’s for dinner at Burr Oak Woods as the captive amphibians, fish, and turtles enjoy their feast every Tuesday and Friday. The snakes are fed on the second and fourth Wednesday.

Creative Storytime

Do you have a pre-schooler that just LOVES TO PAINT? Ceramic Cafe offers a fun story and paint time every Friday. We read a book, then the kids get to paint a ceramic item that goes along with the story and finish with a snack.

Critter Feeding

Discover what’s for dinner at Burr Oak Woods as the captive amphibians, fish, and turtles enjoy their feast every Tuesday and Friday. The snakes are fed on the second and fourth Wednesday.

Hands-On History

History is brought to life in this family-friendly program in which guests of all ages are invited to handle Great War artifacts.

Muddy Mondays

Have you always wanted to try throwing clay on a wheel? Did you watch Ghost in the 90s - or recently? We can teach you. A Clay Expert will show you how to get started and guide you through the process of making a clay creation on the wheel.

Discovery Day at the Arboretum

Little explorers are in for a treat as they immerse themselves in the enchanting world of nature and creativity. Each month, a new make-and-take project unfolds on Discovery Day.

Critter Feeding

Discover what’s for dinner at Burr Oak Woods as the captive amphibians, fish, and turtles enjoy their feast every Tuesday and Friday. The snakes are fed on the second and fourth Wednesday.

Creative Storytime

Do you have a pre-schooler that just LOVES TO PAINT? Ceramic Cafe offers a fun story and paint time every Friday. We read a book, then the kids get to paint a ceramic item that goes along with the story and finish with a snack.

Critter Feeding

Discover what’s for dinner at Burr Oak Woods as the captive amphibians, fish, and turtles enjoy their feast every Tuesday and Friday. The snakes are fed on the second and fourth Wednesday.

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