Events

Beavers are nature's engineers! Build and test your own beaver dam!

This program is designed for children 5 years old and younger, but all ages are welcome. Each program includes a story, activity, and craft. Free and family friendly! Large groups (>10) must pre-register by calling the Rend Lake Project Office/Visitor Center: 618-724-2493. Availability is first come/first serve.

Explore the butterfly life cycle, then catch butterflies!

This program is designed for children 5 years old and younger, but all ages are welcome. Each program includes a story, activity, and craft. Free and family friendly! Large groups (>10) must pre-register by calling the Rend Lake Project Office/Visitor Center: 618-724-2493. Availability is first come/first serve.

Experiment with natural ways to dye fabrics!

This program is designed for children 5 years old and younger, but all ages are welcome. Each program includes a story, activity, and craft. Free and family friendly! Large groups (>10) must pre-register by calling the Rend Lake Project Office/Visitor Center: 618-724-2493. Availability is first come/first serve. 

Trick-or-Treat the Visitor Center on October 27 from 10am to Noon!

Join us for a spooktacular day of family-friendly fun at the Rend Lake Visitor Center!

Enjoy:

A live snake program starting at 10am

Trick-or-treating & candy with residents of Heritage Woods of Benton and treats and resources with Crosswalk Community Action Agency

A glow-in-the-dark scavenger hunt (fun for kids of all ages) in the Exhibit Hall

Halloween-themed sensory activities courtesy of Seeking Sensory

Costumes are encouraged, and all ages are welcome!

Whooo is calling in the woods and what makes these night birds special?

This program is designed for children 5 years old and younger, but all ages are welcome. Each program includes a story, activity, and craft. Free and family friendly! Large groups (>10) must pre-register by calling the Rend Lake Project Office/Visitor Center: 618-724-2493. Availability is first come/first serve.