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Kankakee County, IL Fossil Event Coming Monday for Just $5 Oct 19
Bourbonnais, IL – Families across Kankakee County will have an opportunity to explore prehistoric creatures, ancient fossils and millions of years of Earth's history during an educational event schedu
By Tessa Morgan · 2026-10-14T19:53:15.044Z
Bourbonnais, IL – Families across Kankakee County will have an opportunity to explore prehistoric creatures, ancient fossils and millions of years of Earth's history during an educational event scheduled for Monday, October 19.
The one hour program, titled "Prehistoric Wildlife, Mass Extinction, & Fossils," will take place at Exploration Station in Bourbonnais, offering an affordable activity for residents interested in science and natural history.
According to the Bourbonnais Township Park District , the event will run from 5 to 6 p.m. Monday at Exploration Station, located at 1095 Perry St. in Bourbonnais.
Admission is $5 per participant, and all ages are welcome.
Exploring 540 Million Years of Earth's History
The program will take participants on a journey through more than 540 million years of Earth's history, examining prehistoric wildlife, fossils and major extinction events.
Attendees will learn about creatures that once inhabited the planet and how changes in Earth's environment contributed to the disappearance of numerous species.
The presentation will also explore the possibility that Earth is currently experiencing another major extinction event.
An indoor lecture will feature fossils, replicas and specimens designed to help participants better understand prehistoric life.
Organizers advise viewer discretion because some extinction related material may be sensitive for younger attendees.
Registration Information
The event is open to families, students and adults interested in paleontology, wildlife and Earth's natural history.
Registration is available through the Bourbonnais Township Park District's online registration system.
Participants can search for activity number 202605 A when registering.
Monday, October 19, 2026
5–6 p.m.
Exploration Station, 1095 Perry St., Bourbonnais, IL
$5 per participant
The event provides Kankakee area residents with an opportunity to explore prehistoric science through an educational presentation close to home.
Residents interested in attending should register in advance through the park district's registration website.