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Belmont Prairie Historic Site Dedication
August
24,
2024
10:00 am — 11:00 am
Belmont Prairie at Gelwicks Park
4822-4830 Cross St, Downers Grove
The Downers Grove Historical Society will present a new plaque to recognize the Belmont Prairie as its Historic Site for 2024.
Naturalist and Belmont Prairie expert Lance Herning will then lead a discussion on the abundant variety of wildflowers located throughout the Prairie. We encourage attendees to walk the Prairie path after Lance’s talk to experience the tranquility and splendor up close.
Belmont Prairie was recognized as a State of Illinois Nature Preserve in 1979. The property was later acquired by the Downers Grove Park District, who dedicated the property on this date 44 years ago.
Members' Cost:
Free
Non-Members:
Free
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This event is presented by:
The Downers Grove Historical Society
info@downersgrovehistory.org
(630) 481-6164
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The Downers Grove Historical Society will present a new plaque to recognize the Belmont Prairie as its Historic Site for 2024.
Naturalist and Belmont Prairie expert Lance Herning will then lead a discussion on the abundant variety of wildflowers located throughout the Prairie. We encourage attendees to walk the Prairie path after Lance’s talk to experience the tranquility and splendor up close.
Belmont Prairie was recognized as a State of Illinois Nature Preserve in 1979. The property was later acquired by the Downers Grove Park District, who dedicated the property on this date 44 years ago.