A National Historic Landmark and Illinois Nature Preserve
Dear Friend of The Grove,
Summer at The Grove is in full swing. Camps have started and
Summer History Tour, including the marvelous
Dr. John Kennicott Exhibit, is underway. This is a great time of year to visit, so bring your family out to experience the past with
Pioneer Day on June 25 or sample some of our great nature programming-learn about dragonflies and chickens or come out and join us for a magical night focused on fireflies or bats. The Grove has something for everyone!
Pioneer Day
Saturday, June 25, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Grove Staff will take you and your family on a journey through the past with tours, hands on activities and historical demonstrations, such as candle making, cooking and blacksmithing. Admission is FREE and refreshments will be available.
Costumed staff led tours of the historic Kennicott House, Log Cabin, School House, Native American Longhouse and the Dr. John Kennicott Exhibit in the Archives Building. Available on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Bring the whole family! Admission is free.
The new Archives Addition is complete and was dedicated on May 25. The Grove Heritage Association presented a check to the Glenview Park District to help fund this beautiful work area and artifact storage space. While this remarkable room will normally be closed to the public, you can get a sneak peek during Pioneer Day on
June 25from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Rare Luna Moth Emergence
A Report from Grove Director Steve Swanson
Our staff recently had the privilege of witnessing a Luna Moth emerge from its cocoon. Read all about it and see the fabulous photos.
Open your heart, heal your body and renew your spirit! Find out how the natural world can revive you mind-body connection with these rejuvenating programs. Summer classes include Walking Meditation and Yoga in Nature.
Lock in that date! It's not too soon to start planning your family or corporate holiday party. The Grove Redfield Estate offers a magical location for your special celebration. Reduced rates from November through April!
Is this your family dressed in their Sunday best? It is one of many mystery photos from The Grove Archives. This issue, read all about Charlie Kennicott, who followed his father's footsteps into the nursery business.
Summer is the best time to see the prairie in all its splendor! The flowers are in bloom and the birds are singing. Our interpretive guides are on hand to point out some of the many unique features Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays from
Don't let summer pass you by! Come out and enjoy all The Grove has to offer! As always, we welcome your feedback, comments and suggestions. Please contact us at [email protected]
Saturday, June 25, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
The new Archives Addition is complete and was dedicated on May 25
A Report from Grove Director Steve Swanson
Is this your family dressed in their Sunday best? It is one of many mystery photos from The Grove Archives. This issue, read all about Charlie Kennicott, who followed his father's footsteps into the nursery business. 
Summer is the best time to see the prairie in all its splendor! The flowers are in bloom and the birds are singing. Our interpretive guides are on hand to point out some of the many unique features Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays from 
