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Hidden Around the Oaks

Event information

Fee: Free!

Age: All ages.

Contact: 815-722-4121

Location: Hidden Oaks Nature Center


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An interpretive sign with a photo of an acorn and an oak leaf and text about acorns. Photo by Chad Merda

Event details

This ongoing event will be held from Saturday, May 3, to Saturday, May 31. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays to Sundays.

Welcome back to Hidden Oaks! Take some time to appreciate and observe intricate details of our new exhibits and the design work throughout the building. Can you match the zoomed-in photos to the hands-on displays? Look high and low. There is a lot to see inside the newly redesigned Hidden Oaks Nature Center. Make sure you also leave time to play in the litter critter corner, see the resident reptiles in their new homes and observe birds comfortably from our new indoor viewing station. Locate all the features and win a prize! 

Event requirements

No registration required.

Hidden Oaks Nature Center is an accessible facility. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service to participate in this program should mention their request when registering or submit a request online no later than 48 hours before the program.