Crystal Lake Park District Nature Center Butterfly Open House on May 30

The Crystal Lake Park District Nature Center is hosting a Butterfly House open house, Sat, May 30, 2026, 10 am-2 pm to welcome the arrival of butterflies this past week. Families are invited to experience the beauty of butterflies fluttering freely around their habitat.

FREE, just drop in

Activities include:
butterfly house tours, arts & crafts, games and more

The Crystal Lake Park District Nature Center has announced that visitors will be able to watch the inner workings of a bee colony without disrupting the bees, thanks to its see-through beehive. The bees will be most active through Labor Day, making this exhibit a perfect summer activity.

The Nature Center is open from 10 am. to 5 pm., seven days a week, and is located at 330 N. Main Street in Crystal Lake, The Nature Center offers a chance to experience nature through progressive programs, hands-on activities, seasonal exhibits and volunteer opportunities.

Both the Beehive and Butterfly House exhibits are free and open to the public, though a donation of $1 per person is appreciated. The Nature Center exhibits were fully renovated in 2025 and there is always something new to see.

For questions about The Crystal Lake Park District Nature Center, email Kimberly Ralston, Nature Center Manager at kralston@crystallakeparks.org