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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.

Contact: Naturalist

Open: Tu-Sa 10AM-4PM; Su 12PM-4PM

Area: Area 4
Group Rates: Free
Operating Season: Open year-round
Suggested Length of Tour: 1 hour

Wheelchair Accessible

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Events

FEDERAL DUCK STAMP ART DISPLAY Jan 7, 2026 - Feb 22, 2026

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DUCK HUNT HIKE Jan 7, 2026 - Mar 2, 2026

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QUACK ‘N’ SIP! Feb 28, 2026

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

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MAPLE SYRUP MAGIC Mar 14, 2026

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

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NATURE PLAY DAY: SPRING SPROUTS Mar 18, 2026

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STAR STORIES HIKE Mar 28, 2026

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SPRING BREAK STAYCATION: INCREDIBLE INSECTS Apr 1, 2026

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SPRING BREAK STAYCATION: WETLAND WONDERS Apr 1, 2026

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REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE EXHIBIT Apr 1, 2026 - Apr 30, 2026

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SPRING BREAK STAYCATION: POLLINATION PALS Apr 2, 2026

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

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HOMESCHOOL DAY: ANIMAL ADAPTATIONS Apr 8, 2026

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HOMESCHOOL DAY: ANIMAL SIGNS Apr 8, 2026

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SUSTAINABILITY SWAP Apr 11, 2026

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SHAKESPEARE’S GARDEN: SENSORY HIKE Apr 12, 2026

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POKÉMON OF PLUM CREEK Apr 18, 2026

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

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NATURE PLAY DAY: NATURE DETECTIVES Apr 22, 2026

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