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  • 12
    12.July

    Mysterious Geodes

    2:00 pm-3:15 pm
    07.12.2025
    Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art
    1220 Kensington Road, Oak Brook, IL 60523

    Did you know that ordinary looking rocks can hide dazzling crystal worlds inside? Geodes are nature’s hidden treasures – spherical, hollow wonders lined with sparkling crystals! Join us as we explore the fascinating theories behind how geodes form and discover where these natural marvels are found around the world. After the presentation, you’ll get to crack open your very own geode and uncover the mystery within! Bring your own rock hammer and an old sock to collect the pieces. Each participant gets two crack open geodes.

    Lecture/Activity – 2:00 p.m. – 75-minutes
    Ages 7 and up
    Fee: $10 per Person
    Museum Members $5
    Reservations Required
    Register here

  • 19
    19.July

    The First Cut: Soap Carving for Future Stone Artists

    2:00 pm-3:00 pm
    07.19.2025
    Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art
    1220 Kensington Road, Oak Brook, IL 60523

    Many great stone carvers begin with soap. Join Jyl Bonguro, Italian marble carver from Chicago, for this hands-on workshop. Jyl will introduce the basics of carving using soap a soft, accessible material. Learn essential techniques, practice tool control, and start developing the skills used by professional sculptors—all while creating your own mini masterpieces.

    2:00 p.m. – 60-minutes – Ages 8 and up
    Fee: $25.00 per Person – Museum Members 10% off
    Limited Capacity – Reservations Required
    Register at here

  • 08
    08.August

    Where Water Leads: A Geoheritage Tour of the Elmhurst Quarries and Oak Brook Water Ways

    9:00 am-3:30 pm
    08.08.2025
    Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art
    1220 Kensington Road, Oak Brook, IL 60523

    The Museum is partnering with SCARCE of Addison for a unique geoheritage tour exploring how water shapes and sustains our local environment! Discover how the Elmhurst quarries stores stormwater to prevent flooding, learn about the DuPage Water Commission’s vital role in treating and distributing clean water, and explore how Fullersburg Woods Forest Preserve protects the Salt Creek watershed. This engaging trip blends science, history, and environmental stewardship. Perfect for nature lovers, students, and anyone curious about our community’s connection to water!
    PLEASE NOTE: This is not a collecting trip.

    Field Trip – 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
    Ages 8 years and older
    Fee: $65 per Person – Museum Members 10% off
    Registration Required
    Register here

  • 16
    16.August

    Exploring Gemstones: An Introduction to Gemology

    1:00 pm-2:30 pm
    08.16.2025
    Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art
    1220 Kensington Road, Oak Brook, IL 60523

    Gemstones have dazzled humanity for centuries, symbolizing wealth, status, and personal expression. But what gives them their allure? Discover the science of gemology – the scientific journey into origins, properties, and mysteries of these natural treasures. Join Dr. Cigdem Lule for an introduction to the tools, techniques, and scientific scope of gemology. With strong interest, a series of in-depth workshops will be offered this winter, providing participants with practical experience using professional gemological equipment.

    Lecture/Activity – 1:00 p.m. – 90 minutes
    Students and Adults
    Regular Museum Admission
    Museum Members Free
    Reservations Recommended
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  • 23
    23.August

    Volcano Day

    10:00 am-3:00 pm
    08.23.2025
    Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art
    1220 Kensington Road, Oak Brook, IL 60523

    Volcanoes in Illinois?! Not recently, but come make your own volcanic eruption, watch a trash can volcano, and see the microscopic components of what makes up volcanic ash. Museum scientists will discuss eruption types and styles, as well as the benefits and hazards associated with volcanoes.
    At 2 p.m. geologist Sara Kurth will present “Minerals of MinecraftÔ: An Exploration of Obsidian.” A vital piece in the world of MinecraftÔ, obsidian is formed through volcanic processes. Sara will discuss how obsidian forms, the variations of obsidian, and maybe dispel some myths surrounding this interesting rock. (*Not approved by or associated with Mojang)

    Drop-in Activities – 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
    Lecture – 2:00 p.m. – 45 minutes
    All Ages Welcome – $5 per child
    Adults Regular Museum Admission
    Museum Members Free
    Reservations Recommended
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