Immerse Yourself In History With Joliet, Marquette Adventure

Visitors are invited to immerse themselves in the history of famous explorers, fur trader Louis Joliet and Jesuit missionary Jacques Marquette, during Quest: A Joliet, Marquette Adventure for Families.

This Forest Preserve District of Will County program will take place from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 28, at Isle a la Cache Museum, 501 E. Romeo Road (135th St.), Romeoville.

Groups or “canoes” will examine maps from the time, choose supplies, and see how their choices help or hinder them on their journey.

Participants are encouraged to either sign up as a group or come solo; not all crews knew each other before traveling! This is a great opportunity to bond as a group or make new friends. Oh, and don’t travel on an empty stomach. Bison jerky and other themed snacks will be available.

Two interpretive naturalists from Isle a la Cache will share direct quotes from Marquette’s journal, answer questions and guide you on your quest. Whether you like trivia, choose-your-own-adventure games, history, or challenges, this is a unique way to put yourself into the past.

Free, ages 10 or older. Register by Dec. 27.

For more information on the Forest Preserve District of Will County, visit ReconnectWithNature.org.