Winter Fun At Burpee

December 28, 2024

10 AM – 4:30 PM

Join us at Rockford’s fossil-packed Burpee Museum for a day filled with unique holiday fun and Ice Age exploration. From 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., enjoy one-of-a-kind activities designed for all ages—perfect for families and curious minds alike!

Step Back in Time to the Ice Age!
Discover the fascinating world of the Holocene epoch and learn how glaciers, mammoths, and Ice Age people shaped our planet. “Holocene Holiday will showcase the wonders of the Ice Age, from extinct giants like the Columbian Mammoth and Smilodon to animals and plants that survived and still thrive today!   See how glaciers carved Illinois and changed the Earth forever!

Here’s a glimpse of what you can expect:

Activities and Attractions

Educational Booths

  • Glaciers: Learn how glaciers shaped the landscape and play an Ice Age Animal Survival game. Will your creature adapt and survive?
  • Crafts & Scavenger Hunts: Enjoy themed crafts, explore rare collection items, and participate in an animal scavenger hunt.

Hands On Classes

  • PaleoArt Workshop: Use science and creativity to sketch one of North America’s famous Ice Age predators—the Dire Wolf.

Arts, Crafts, and Interactive Exhibits

Cultural and Community Involvement

Burpee Museum’s Holocene Holiday celebrates local history, natural resources, and the importance of conservation through engaging activities that connect our community to the past and present:

Community Art Projects: Explore artwork inspired by Ice Age life, created by local youth and community members in partnership with Burpee’s educational programs. These projects celebrate our shared history and the resilience of life through time.
Local Landscapes: Learn how glaciers shaped our region and explore Rockford’s unique landscapes through and how we can conserve the plants and animals that inhabit these ecosystems.

 

Join us for Holocene Holiday, a day of fun, education, and celebration, as we honor the incredible history and natural resources that shape our community!