Willowhaven Interpretive Center is located in Whispering Willows Park in Kankakee.

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Willowhaven
Interpretive
Center


a place to explore, learn and enjoy the splendors of nature!

 


2009 Hours:
Wednesday-Friday:
10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Saturday:
9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Sunday:

(occasionally closed for private events)
12:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Mondays & Tuesdays: Closed**

Holiday Closings: April 12, May 25, July 4

*The Interpretive Center will be closed on the following dates for private events: June 28, July 11, 12, 25 and August 1, 2 & 8.

**Seasonal and holiday hours may vary.
Rentals, Parties and Group visits are available on Mondays and Tuesdays with reservations.
Admission is free.

2009 School/Group programs are here and specially tailored to Illinois Learning Standards!
Willowhaven Interpretive Center offers programs for K-12th grade on a variety of nature related topics. Programs are lead by interpretive center staff and are designed to meet Illinois Learning Standards.

Click here for school/group programs available for 2009!

Programs can run from 90 minutes to 2 hours long. Some program can be customized to your classroom needs.

Please contact Willowhaven Program Coordinator Jean Hurrle for more details at (815) 933-9905 ext 473.

During the months Willowhaven in closed please contact Nicole Jenkins at the Exploration Station ...a children's museum at (815) 933-9905 ext 351.

 

 

Willowhaven Rental Opportunities

The Willowhaven Interpretive Center is a restored 1900's barn that transforms into a spectacular location to host a graduation, wedding, bridal or baby shower, family gathering, or business meeting.

The facility can accommodate a sit-down event of 75 or a cocktail event up to 95 guests. The facility also has a small meeting/multi-purpose room that can accommodate up to 20 guests.

If you are interested in renting the Willowhaven Center for a party or family function contact Jean Hurrle or Nicole Jenkins at (815) 933-9905 ext 473 to set up an appointment.

For more Information on rental rates and availability click here!




Willowhaven Interpretive Center
a facility of the Bourbonnais Township Park District
is located in the
Whispering Willows Park
1451 N. 4000 E. Road
Kankakee, IL 60901

Admission is free

For more information please contact the Bourbonnais Township Park District at (815) 933-9905.   

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Willowhaven Interpretive Center
a facility of the Bourbonnais Township Park District
Phone: (815) 933-9905

Street Address:
Whispering Willows Park
1451 N. 4000 E. Road
Kankakee, IL 60901

 

Mailing Address:
Willowhaven Interpretive Center
459 N Kennedy Drive
Bourbonnais, Il 60914



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