The Grove National Historic Landmark
1421 Milwaukee Ave., Glenview, IL 60025
Hiking & Trails
The prairie grove, covering 123 acres of ecologically diverse prairie land, is preserved and maintained as former home of the visionary horticulturist and educator Dr. John Kennicott.
The prairie grove, covering 123 acres of ecologically diverse prairie land, is preserved and maintained as former home of the visionary horticulturist and educator Dr. John Kennicott, who brought his family from New Orleans to settle on his land in 1836. The Grove, located in Glenview, is a National Historic Landmark and is on the National Registry of Historic Places. It offers many opportunities for educational, environmental and historical enjoyment including two historic homes, the Kennicott House and the Redfield Estate; the Grove Interpretive Center, a Native American Village, a Log Cabin, a Schoolhouse, a Wetlands Greenhouse and numerous interpretive trails.
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Curious George: Let's Get Curious! at Kohl Children’s Museum
Kohl Children's Museum • Oct 04 – Jan 04
Curious George™: Let’s Get Curious! reinforces the necessity of math and science in early learning. The exhibit is designed to engage and encourage children in the…
Read more about Curious George: Let's Get Curious! at Kohl Children’s Museum