Events
Family fun days, festivals, nature walks and so much more!
July 20
July 19
July 17
Places of Elkhart: City of Elkhart
River travel, railroads, industry, and scientific developments – the history of the City of Elkhart has it all. In this walking tour, museum staff will highlight buildings and locations in the city as participants learn about their role in the community and Elkhart’s impact on the region and the nation. Staff will also share historic photos from the museum collection so participants can compare and contrast how Elkhart looks today with how it looked in the past.
July 17
Nature Readers: H is for Hawk
Nature Readers will discuss H is for Hawk by Helen MacDonald, a book about raising and rehabbing a wild hawk and how that journey also helps the author through personal struggle. Come prepared to discuss the book with others. Next month’s book: The Bees by Laline Paull.
July 14
July 12
Curator’s Talk: Ted Drake
Join Elkhart County Museum archivist Amy to explore Elkhart’s own Ted Drake, who spent more than 50 years as an accomplished illustrator, cartoonist, and fine artist. This program will detail Drake’s artistic beginnings during WWII, his advertising career in Chicago and beyond, and his love and dedication to fine arts.
July 11
Wednesday Bird Walk
Join us for a beautiful summer walk through Lieber Nature Preserve as we encounter seasonal birds such as orioles, warblers, sandpipers, and other birds nesting in the park for the summer. Note: Due to limited parking, the group will carpool to the site from the Elkhart County Historical Museum.
The Wednesday Bird Walks offers information on proper identification, tips on how to spot birds and recognize them by ear, and the chance to find rare or unusual species found within the Elkhart County Parks.
WHAT TO BRING: Binoculars (a few extra pairs will be available for use) and comfortable walking/hiking shoes. Other items you may wish to bring: bottled water, a hat, bugspray, field guides, and a camera.
July 9
Epic Explorers
Bring your bike and get ready to explore! The first Epic Explorers expedition will be a bike journey through Ox Bow. The group get to know the bike trails and explore as much of the park as they can while carefully observing the environment around them. Stops along the way will highlight specific flora and fauna. Explorers will record their observations and compare their findings at the end of the ride.
July 7
Nature Sketching Workshop
Explore your creative side drawing inspiration from nature through the art of sketching! This casual studio workshop will explore sketching techniques using different art styles and mediums, and will offer artists of all experience levels the chance to find their own creative approach in illustrating the natural world. All art supplies will be provided, but participants are encouraged to bring a sketchbook and to dress for activities outdoors.
July 6
Wildlife Rehabilitation
Hear amazing stories of rescue from local wildlife rehabilitator Dennis Badke as he shares his experiences working with injured and orphaned animals. During the talk, participants will meet live rehab critters up close. Dennis will answer questions about being a rehabilitator and knowledge of wildlife.
