Crystal Lake Nature Center (Crystal Lake, Illinois)

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The Crystal Lake Park District Nature Center has been educating the people of Crystal Lake about the natural world since its creation in 1968. Open year-round, it provides a unique opportunity for young and old alike to experience nature through progressive programs, hands-on-activities, seasonal exhibits and exciting volunteer opportunities. Located in Veteran Acres Park and operated by the Crystal Lake Park District.

The Nature Center is also home to the Butterfly House. The Butterfly House is open to the public for guided tours, seasonally from June 1-September 30. Admission is free, however there is a suggested donation of $1 per person. In the butterfly house visitors can walk about as live native butterflies fly free through the beautiful greenhouse.
www.crystallakeparks.org/Parks-Facilities/Nature-Center...