I & M Canal National Heritage Area
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Saturday April 13 11:00am - Friday May 3 4:00pm CDT
Doorways: Coming or Going? Capturing Moments in and Around a Doorway
This exhibition allows us to observe each artistâs ability to capture doorways from their viewpoint. The viewer is given insight into several interpretations of doorways from a variety of doors, arches, and gateways. This exhibition celebrates the allure of portals and ......More
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Monday April 22 8:00am - Monday April 29 7:00pm CDT
Annual Spring I&M Canal Trail Clean Up
Annual Spring Clean-Up Claim Your Section Of The Canal Trails! The Illinois and Michigan Canal State Trail is 62 miles from Rockdale (Joliet) to LaSalle and is a popular recreational trail utilized by hikers, bikers, and joggers. After the long winter, debris and litter......More
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Wednesday May 1 8:00am - Friday May 31 8:00pm CDT
Where Feathers Meet the Flash - Photo Contest
This ongoing program runs from Wednesday, May 1, to Friday, May 31. Preserve hours are 8 a.m. to sunset. Take part in the inaugural Four Rivers bird photography competition! Submit your picture of a migratory bird at McKinley Woods for a chance to win a gift certificate......More
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Wednesday May 1 10:00am - Friday May 31 4:00pm CDT
Migration Celebration at Four Rivers
This ongoing program runs from Wednesday, May 1, to Friday, May 31. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays to Saturdays and noon to 4 p.m. Sundays. Enjoy this monthlong celebration of our migratory birds! Festivities will include ongoing crafts, family-friendly activities......More
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Saturday May 4 7:30am - 1:00pm CDT
Midwest Morel Fest
LEARN, HUNT, BUY…MOREL MUSHROOMS during Ottawa’s Midwest Morel Fest.We’re excited to welcome back this beloved annual, one-day event in Ottawa, IL. This unique festival offers everything mushrooms from the morel enthusiast to the curious observer! Join us at the Jordan ......More
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Thursday May 9 11:00am - 1:00pm CDT
The Four C Notes
The Four C Notes was created by John Michael Coppola, best known for appearance in Chicago’s long running production of the Boradway, smash hit Jersey Boys. The Four C Notes are the midwests ONLY tribute dedicated to recreating the music of Frankie Valli and The Four Se......More
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Sunday May 12 9:45am - 11:45am CDT
Mother's Day Brunch on the Saint Genevieve Riverboat
Come brunch with us this Mother’s Day! This 120 minute cruise will take you west out of Ottawa under the railroad bridge. You’ll enjoy the breathtaking views of the rock faces as you travel to Buffalo Rock and get a unique view of the industries that are so important to......More
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Sunday May 12 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Mother's Day Brunch on the Saint Genevieve Riverboat
Come brunch with us this Mother’s Day! This 120 minute cruise will take you west out of Ottawa under the railroad bridge. You’ll enjoy the breathtaking views of the rock faces as you travel to Buffalo Rock and get a unique view of the industries that are so important to......More
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Sunday May 12 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Myth Busting in the Illinois & Michigan Canal Heritage Area - Second Sunday Lecture Series
Myth Busting in the Illinois & Michigan Canal Heritage Area – Second Sunday Lecture SeriesHave you ever heard conflicting stories about how long the I&M Canal was in business and what its impact was? Did anyone die digging the canal and did they really get paid in whisk......More
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Wednesday May 15 11:00am - Wednesday October 30 12:30pm CDT
I&M Canal Boat Kid
New for this year, we’re dedicating the first ride of each day to providing a fun adventure for our younger passengers aged 5-12.Purchase tickets for the 11:30 am I&M Canal Boat Ride, and children will be invited to board the boat 30 minutes early with their guardians t......More
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Wednesday May 15 11:30am - Wednesday October 30 3:30pm CDT
I&M Canal Boat Rides
You can now book your trip for a tour along the I&M Canal on our 1840s-Replica, Mule-Powered I&M Canal Boat.In addition to the leisurely 60-to-90-minute ride, the experience includes the opportunity to meet Moe the Mule as part of our “Mule Tending 101” pre-tour introdu......More