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Explore Earth Sciences at Rockhound Fest, by the Colonel Palmer House
Free family fun, at this special event where everybody can learn about Earth sciences first hand.
Rockhound Fest is on its way to Crystal Lake next weekend, a new family-friendly event that provides a powerful learning experience for all ages. Sat, May 31, 10 am-2pm at the Colonel Palmer House, attendees can enjoy a variety of hands-on activities and educational demonstrations. Activities include Featured Exhibit Tours, Historic Jewelry Demos, Rock Painting, Archeology During the 1800’s, Breaking Geodes, Mining, Lapidary Art, Mason Architecture and Minerology Chemistry.
Rockhound Fest is free to all and designed to be educational and fun for the entire family. In case of inclement weather, please check Rainoutline.com for updates on the event.
The Colonel Palmer House was built c.1858 by settlers Gustavus and Henrietta Palmer. Located on its original site, the home was entered in the National Register of Historic Places in 1985. Currently the home is maintained by the Crystal Lake Park District and is home to the Crystal Lake Historical Society.
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For more information or questions, visit our website crystallakeparks.org
or contact Sarah Taylor, staylor@crystallakeparks.org
