“Rock & Mineral Identification”
Geologist Sara Johnson presents an introduction to rocks and minerals. Learn how to make a basic mineral test kit. Hands on identification procedures include observation skills and hardness tests. Great for teachers and rockhounds, this program qualifies for Boy & Girl Scout merit badges. All materials are provided.
Activity – Ages 8 yrs. to Adult-75 minutes
Admission: $5.00 per person, Museum Members $3.00
Reservations Required: (630) 833-1616
Spring Classes:
Saturday, May 11 at 10:30 a.m.
Saturday, June 1 at 10:30 a.m.
April 14
“The Art of the Marble Carver”
Sculptor, Walter Arnold presents the hidden sculptural treasures of Camposanto di Staglieno in Genoa, Italy. A virtual tour of this monumental cemetery reveals some of the finest examples of mid-19th to early 20th century marble carving and the current efforts for preservation and restoration. Learn about the tools and techniques used by marble carvers to transform massive blocks of stone into some of the world’s most dramatic and symbolic memorials. |
Sunday Lecture – Youth to Adult
60 minutes – 2:00 p.m.
Regular Museum Admission
Reservations Recommended
April 20
“Dynamic Earth Day”
Celebrate Earth Day with earth-related activities for K thru 4th grade. Designed to demonstrate earth’s unique treasures, visitors experience activities such as sifting for fossils and minerals, creating fossil and crystal imprints and building earth puzzles.
Activities - Ages 5 yrs. to Adult
Estimated time for each activity 10 to 30 min.
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Regular Museum Admission
May 4 & 5
“Art in the Park”
Hosted by the Elmhurst Park District, artists from around the country will be selling their creations in Wilder Park. Outside the Museum, members of the West Suburban Lapidary Club will be demonstrating forms of lapidary art. Admission is free to the Museum for both days so come in, take a look and learn something new about lapidary art.
Free Admission
Regular Museum Hours
May 19
“Museum Day in Elmhurst”
 Ride the trolley and see all four Museums in Elmhurst. Participate in activities and view exhibits at each Museum. At the Lizzadro Museum see the exhibit “Minerals in Food featuring the Rock Café.” Children and adults can create a rock critter to take home.
1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
All Ages Welcome – Admission is Free! |
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“Stone hunt”
This hands-on activity allows children and adults to search for gems and minerals among more common rocks. Learn the difference between rocks and minerals and how to distinguish between them. Each rock or mineral found is identified and can be taken home.
Activity - Ages 5 yrs. to Adult - 45 minutes - 2 p.m.
$4.00 per person, Museum Members Free
Reservations Recommended
June 15
“Knot Those Pearls”
Pat Koko of the West Suburban Lapidary Club teaches knotting techniques used in creating beaded necklaces. Instruction includes: discussion of beading techniques, use of tools, beads, clasp and string. All materials included. Necessary tools will be available to share as we complete our project. Complete a single strand faux pearl necklace to take home.
Ages 15 yrs to adult – 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Fee: $30.00 per person, Museum Members $25.00
Reservations Required: (630) 833-1616
June 22
“Geode Collecting Field Trip”
Collect geodes near the Mississippi River. This private quarry yields abundant and fascinating geodes along with other minerals and fossils. Trip includes tour guides, motorcoach, and on-site cracking fees.
Field Trip - 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
$99 per person, Museum Member $95
Reservation Required (630) 833-1616
Summer is a great time to visit the museums in Kane and DuPage Counties. Designed for ages 4 to 12, each site has an activity for children to complete. Visit 7 or more sites and win a prize! The Summer Passport program ends on Labor Day.
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