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PLUM CREEK NATURE CENTER
27064 South Dutton Road | Beecher, IL 60401 | (708) 946-2216

An educational and recreational facility featuring hands-on exhibits and interactive play elements. Family programs are offered throughout the year. Picnic facilities and camping by reservation.

Open: W-Su 10AM-4PM

Area: Area 4

Pet Friendly

Yes

Wheelchair Accessible

Yes

Events

THE BARD AMONG THE BARK Mar 1, 2026 - Apr 30, 2026

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27064 South Dutton Road

Beecher, IL

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MAPLE SYRUP MAGIC Mar 14, 2026

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Beecher, IL

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NATURE PLAY DAY AFTER HOURS: SPRING SPROUTS Mar 17, 2026

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27064 South Dutton Road

Beecher, IL

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NATURE PLAY DAY: SPRING SPROUTS Mar 18, 2026

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27064 South Dutton Road

Beecher, IL

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STAR STORIES HIKE Mar 28, 2026

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Beecher, IL

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SPRING BREAK STAYCATION: WETLAND WONDERS Apr 1, 2026

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27064 South Dutton Road

Beecher, IL

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SPRING BREAK STAYCATION: INCREDIBLE INSECTS Apr 1, 2026

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27064 South Dutton Road

Beecher, IL

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REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE EXHIBIT (W-SU) Apr 1, 2026 - Apr 30, 2026

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27064 South Dutton Road

Beecher, IL

SPRING BREAK STAYCATION: SNIFF, LOOK AND LISTEN Apr 2, 2026

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27064 South Dutton Road

Beecher, IL

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SPRING BREAK STAYCATION: POLLINATION PALS Apr 2, 2026

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27064 South Dutton Road

Beecher, IL

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HOMESCHOOL DAY: ANIMAL ADAPTATIONS Apr 8, 2026

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27064 South Dutton Road

Beecher, IL

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HOMESCHOOL DAY: ANIMAL SIGNS Apr 8, 2026

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27064 South Dutton Road

Beecher, IL

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SUSTAINABILITY SWAP Apr 11, 2026

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27064 South Dutton Road

Beecher, IL

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SHAKESPEARE’S GARDEN: SENSORY HIKE Apr 12, 2026

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27064 South Dutton Road

Beecher, IL

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POKÉMON OF PLUM CREEK Apr 18, 2026

Plum Creek Nature Center

27064 South Dutton Road

Beecher, IL

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NATURE PLAY DAY AFTER HOURS: NATURE DETECTIVES  Apr 21, 2026

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27064 South Dutton Road

Beecher, IL

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NATURE PLAY DAY: NATURE DETECTIVES Apr 22, 2026

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27064 South Dutton Road

Beecher, IL

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WINGED AMBASSADORS Jun 3, 2026 - Sep 6, 2026

PLUM CREEK NATURE CENTER

27064 South Dutton Road

Beecher, IL

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FESTIVAL OF ARTS THROUGH NATURE Sep 26, 2026

Plum Creek Nature Center

27064 South Dutton Road, north of Goodenow Road

Beecher, IL

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