Granger Wetlands Perspectives: Yesterday and Today – Granger Wetlands Wildlife Sanctuary

See the newly-opened Granger Wetlands from several perspectives as the park district and Granger Historical Society come together for this unique one-day event. Visit the park early (8 to 11 a.m.) to watch talented Plein Air painters capture the beauty of the property on canvas. You may also bring your own art supplies and join them! Later, meet costumed re-enactors portraying former residents who will recall the wetland’s history through their stories, park naturalists who will teach you about wetland wildlife of then and now, and a wetlands ecologist who will walk you through the process of creating Granger Wetlands. The Granger Historical Society (located just around the corner), will have artifacts from the property on display and light refreshments. Schedule of activities: Plein Air painters 8 to 11 a.m., historical stories – 1 to 2:45 p.m., ecologist walk – 3:15 to 4 p.m., historical society open from 1 to 4 p.m. Because parking is limited at the site, shuttle service will be provided from the Granger United Methodist Church parking lot at 1235 Granger Road. The historical society is located next door at 1261 Granger Road. All ages are welcome. No registration is required. Free.