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Savor the sights and sounds of a Country Christmas with your family! Your holiday experience begins in our Pioneer Log Cabin where guests participate in games, songs, a craft, and hear a story. Afterwards, take a guided lantern lit stroll through the woods to the historic Redfield Estate for refreshments, cookie decorating, and a visit with Santa. This two-hour program will delight your entire family. Please dress for the weather. Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult. Adults should register separately.
Does the mess of painting or carving a pumpkin at home scare you? Come carve and paint with us! All materials for painting and/or carving are provided. One pumpkin per registrant included. Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult. Adults should register separately. Dress for a mess. This is gonna be fun!
Learn how to work with the forge, anvil, and hammers that Blacksmiths use to make useful household items. You will go home with a finished product.
Join us for a free trail walk that will focus on the trees of The Grove. Learn about some of the trees that are native to Illinois from the Village of Glenview's very own Robyn Flakne.
If sitting on bales of hay and singing songs as your wagon is pulled through The Grove's woodlands sounds like a perfect fall evening, this is for you! Roasting marshmallows and popping popcorn over a campfire will also be part of the fun. WHO: All ages (not recommended for ages 2 yrs. and under) Children must be accompanied by a registered adult. Adults should register separately.
Campout overnight at The Grove! Learn the basics of setting up your own tent, campfire building, camping etiquette, and much more through fun hands-on outdoor activities. Campfire snacks, guided night hike, and breakfast included. Fee listed is per parent/child pair, additional family members may be added for $30 per person. Note: Tent and cooking equipment will be provided. Please bring change of clothes, sleeping bag, pillows, and other overnight essentials.
Visit our Native American Indian village. Learn how Woodland and Plains Indian tribes used to live! Storytime and craft in the longhouse included. Fee listed is per adult-child pair. An adult must attend with child(ren). Register using child's name. Additional children may be added for $6 each.
Owls are truly amazing animals! Sharp talons, strong beaks and keen vision all help to make them “tigers of the air.” Learn why owl flight is silent and use some detective work to discover what these birds eat. Meet The Grove’s owls up close, then hit the trails to search for these magnificent creatures in the wild. Find out which owls are common here in Illinois, maybe even right in your own neighborhood!
This winter, the Kennicott Girls Club will explore tasks typically performed by women of the past through hands-on activites. This program provides a fun STEM focused learning environment that is designed to empower children to try new things, think outside the box, and develop confidence.
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