Upcoming events
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12.27.2024 5:00 pm - 12.27.2024 7:00 pmSee the Gems, then the Lights! Did you know the Lizzadro Museum is sponsoring Winter Lights at Central Park through Oak Brook Park District? To celebrate that partnership, we will stay open until 7 p.m. on Fridays!
Friday Nights – 5:00 p.m to 7:00 p.m.
Regular Museum Admission
Museum Members Free
Reservations Recommended
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01.03.2025 5:00 pm - 01.03.2025 7:00 pm
See the Gems, then the Lights! Did you know the Lizzadro Museum is sponsoring Winter Lights at Central Park through Oak Brook Park District? To celebrate that partnership, we will stay open until 7 p.m. on Fridays!
Friday Nights – 5:00 p.m to 7:00 p.m.
Regular Museum Admission
Museum Members Free
Reservations Recommended
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01.11.2025 2:00 pm - 01.11.2025 3:00 pmErica Courtney, a renowned jewelry designer with 40 years of experience, is known for her passion for artistry and environmental responsibility. She sources ethically mined gemstones from around the world and specializes in breathing new life into vintage and repurposed jewelry. Erica will share her creative process, blending craftsmanship, sustainability, and a deep respect for the stories behind each piece.
This lecture will be projected in the Museum’s Lecture Hall and will not be recorded. Please attend in-person or via Zoom.Live Zoom Lecture – 2:00 p.m – 60 minutes
Students & Adults
Regular Museum Admission
Museum Members Free
Reservations Recommended
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01.18.2025 10:30 am - 01.18.2025 11:45 amJoin geologist Sara Kurth for a hands-on rock and mineral identification class. Learn to classify minerals using observation and hardness testing. Perfect for curious rock-hounds or scouts working on Earth Science badges, this class will deepen your understanding of earth science and teach you to identify rocks and minerals like a pro!
Class – 10:30 a.m – 75 minutes
Ages 8 yrs. and up
$10 per person – Museum Members Free
Reservations Required – Register here -
01.18.2025 1:30 pm - 01.18.2025 2:15 pmUnleash your creativity in this fun, hands-on jewelry-making workshop! Design your own unique gemstone creations—including a necklace, a keychain, and a pin. All materials are provided. Afterward, explore the Museum and enjoy a fun scavenger hunt. This workshop is the perfect way to delve into the world of stone jewelry.
Activity – 1:30 p.m – 45 minutes
Ages 8 yrs. and up
$15 per person
Museum Members receive 10%
Discount with code
Reservations Required – Register here -
01.19.2025 2:00 pm - 01.19.2025 3:00 pmDive into the rich history and evolution of jazz as we explore how it all began and how it continues to shape music today in its many vibrant forms. Andrew DiRuzza and his group will share fascinating insights into the sound, style, and cultural significance of jazz. Whether you're a die-hard fan or a curious newcomer, this is your chance to experience the magic and mastery of jazz like never before.
Performance – 2:00 p.m. – 60 minutes – Ages 10 years and Up
$15 per person – Museum Members $5
Limited Capacity - Register here -
01.25.2025 1:00 pm - 01.25.2025 3:00 pmCurious about the craft of cutting and polishing stones? Join the West Suburban Lapidary Club (WSLC) for monthly meetings at the Museum, where you'll explore the fascinating world of lapidary art! Each session includes presentations and expert guidance on transforming rough stones into polished masterpieces. Sign up for the Museum’s digital newsletter for details on upcoming programs.
Club Meeting 1 p.m.
Program @ 2 p.m. – 60 minute
Teens to Adults Welcome
Regular Museum Admission
WSLC & Museum Members Free
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02.02.2025 2:00 pm - 02.02.2025 3:00 pmGet ready for an unforgettable dive into the heart of American music! The blues, born in the Mississippi Delta with deep African roots, tells powerful stories of love, loss, joy, and faith. Join Downtown Charlie Brown (keyboard and vocals) and Harry Binford (acoustic guitar) as they return for the third year running! They will explore the migration of the blues from the Delta to Chicago, bringing to life legends like Robert Johnson, Muddy Waters, Howlin' Wolf, Son House, and more. Hear the music, the stories, and the history that shaped a genre.
Charlie Brown teaches social science and music at Marmion Academy in Aurora, Illinois.
Performance – 2:00 p.m. – 60 minutes – Ages 10 years and Up
$15 per person – Museum Members $5
Limited Capacity - Register here -
02.15.2025 10:30 am - 02.15.2025 11:45 am
Join geologist Sara Kurth for a hands-on rock and mineral identification class. Learn to classify minerals using observation and hardness testing. Perfect for curious rock-hounds or scouts working on Earth Science badges, this class will deepen your understanding of earth science and teach you to identify rocks and minerals like a pro!
Class – 10:30 a.m – 75 minutes
Ages 8 yrs. and up
$10 per person – Museum Members Free
Reservations Required – Register here -
02.15.2025 1:30 pm - 02.15.2025 2:15 pm
Unleash your creativity in this fun, hands-on jewelry-making workshop! Design your own unique gemstone creations—including a necklace, a keychain, and a pin. All materials are provided. Afterward, explore the Museum and enjoy a fun scavenger hunt. This workshop is the perfect way to delve into the world of stone jewelry.
Activity – 1:30 p.m – 45 minutes
Ages 8 yrs. and up
$15 per person
Museum Members receive 10%
Discount with code
Reservations Required – Register here -
02.22.2025 1:00 pm - 02.22.2025 3:00 pm
Curious about the craft of cutting and polishing stones? Join the West Suburban Lapidary Club (WSLC) for monthly meetings at the Museum, where you'll explore the fascinating world of lapidary art! Each session includes presentations and expert guidance on transforming rough stones into polished masterpieces. Sign up for the Museum’s digital newsletter for details on upcoming programs.
Club Meeting 1 p.m.
Program @ 2 p.m. – 60 minute
Teens to Adults Welcome
Regular Museum Admission
WSLC & Museum Members Free
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03.09.2025 2:00 pm - 03.09.2025 3:00 pmDavid Polk, a Chicago-born saxophonist, has been crafting and performing original music since 1979, starting with the jazz fusion group Juggular. For over 30 years, he has been the solo tenor saxophonist with the renowned Orchestra 33. David's 25-year solo career includes 6 albums. Known for his world-class musicianship and passion for melody, David continues to captivate audiences with his soulful sound. Check out the David Polk Project on YouTube for more!
Performance – 2:00 p.m. – 60 minutes – Ages 10 years and Up
$15 per person – Museum Members $5
Limited Capacity - Register here -
03.15.2025 2:00 pm - 03.15.2025 3:00 pmWhat exactly is symmetry, and can it ever be "broken"? What is a crystal, really, and why is it so special? Does Nature impose hidden rules on these mysteries? Join Bill Mikuska as he explores the fascinating world of symmetry and structure, both in the natural world and in the art of lapidary. Through science and demonstrations, he will reveal how symmetry shapes the world. Come for answers, come for wonder—and, as William Blake once asked, “what immortal hand or eye, could frame thy fearful symmetry?”
Lecture – 2:00 p.m – 60 minutes
Students & Adults
Regular Museum Admission
Museum Members Free
Reservations Recommended
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04.05.2025 9:00 am - 04.05.2025 3:00 pmStep back in time and uncover 300-million-year-old fossils at Mazon Creek fossil site located in the historic coal strip mining area. Learn how to identify and crack open these unique fossils during a 30-minute orientation at the Museum, then hop on the motor coach and head to the dig sites. Bring a sack lunch, your curiosity, and a sense of adventure—this hands-on field trip fills up fast, so reserve your spot today!
Field Trip – 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. – Ages 8 yrs. to Adult
Fee: $60.00 per person – Museum Members 10% off
Registration opens January 25 – Museum Member registration opens January 18
