Learn about the transformation from caterpillar to butterfly and make butterfly art while exploring Monarch butterflies – the official state insects of Illinois.
Look for the bright yellow Grayslake Heritage Center & Museum booth during the Farmers Market. Stop in and make colorful butterfly art. The museum will be open until 7:00 PM too.
The museum hosts a Lake County Folk Club concert featuring Chris Vallillo with opener Ted Geise. Tickets: General Audience $18, Seniors $15, Lake County Folk Club members $13.
Stop downtown during the Arts Festival and Wine Tasting to enjoy the Mike Flack Octet. Visit our tent for hands-on history and fun!
Enjoy an intimate concert in the Heritage Center Courtyard with performances by students from Chapin Jazz Studio. Admission is free.
Bring the kids to an old-fashioned birthday party for America and the state of Illinois. We will have cake, old-fashioned games and crafts the kids will enjoy!
Our newest exhibit reveals the secret stories hidden inside Grayslake artifacts, as told by the artifacts themselves. The museum exhibit committee has uncovered historical facts and stories previously unknown about these artifacts. Come see and learn about them in the new exhibit.
We love to celebrate the Illinois Bicentennial. Visit us at the Heritage Center for a day full of fun games and number 200-themed activities!