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Visitor center amenities
Isle a la Cache Museum immerses visitors in our cultural heritage and natural history. The museum transports visitors back to the 18th century, when "Illinois Country" was home to the fur trade. See how the two worlds of French voyageurs and Potawatomi intertwined. Feel the softness of a beaver pelt, see canoes built of birch bark and walk inside a wigwam. Then venture outside to be dazzled by the wildlife in the forest preserve, including bald eagles, migratory songbirds, mink and turtles. Also, be sure to check out the Blanding's turtle inside the museum.
Group outings
While groups of 25 or more are welcome and encouraged to visit the museum and preserve facilities, they are required to get a special use permit in advance to avoid crowding or scheduling conflicts. Please contact the museum at 815-722-9301 for more information.
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The museum offers:
- Public programs
- School programs
- Youth group programs
- Interactive exhibits
- Facility rentals
- Gift shop
- Free District publications and trail maps
The following permits are available for purchase at the visitor center:
- Camping permits
- Dog park permits
- Picnic permits
The museum is open to the public free of charge.
Preserve amenities
The Isle a la Cache Museum is located at Isle a la Cache, which offers the following amenities and activities:
- Biking
- Hiking/running
- In-line skating
- Cross-country skiing
- Snowshoeing
- Fishing
- Canoeing/kayaking
- Geocaching
