MARCH 2012 The Museum will be OPEN on President's Day, Mon, March 26 Jack Hanna's Into The Wild Live Presented by the Midwest Museum of Natural History and the Egyptian Theatre Sunday, March 11, 2012, 2:00 pm at the Egyptian Theatre in DeKalb Tickets go on sale Tuesday, January 31 Premium Reserved Tickets: $30 Adults, $25 Students/Kids Jack Hanna's Into the Wild Live show features many of his favorite animal friends, as well as fascinating and humorous stories and footage from his adventures around the world. Everyone from the youngest child to the oldest adult will be entertained and inspired. Recognized around the country as America's favorite zookeeper, Jack Hanna has made countless television appearances since 1983 on shows such as Good Morning America, CNN's Larry King Live, The Ellen DeGeneres Show, Fox News Programs, and the Late Show with David Letterman. The Natural History of Coffee Thursday, March 15, 7-8:00 pm Learn about the history behind your morning cup of joe. Gene will talk about the communities where coffee is grown, the history of the coffee trade, and the amazing plant itself. Big Run Wolf Ranch Saturday, March 31, 1-2:30 pm $10/person (kids and adults), fee includes Museum admission for the day Member rate: $8/person Space is limited, reservations required: 815-895-9777 Big Run Wolf Ranch is a non-profit, federally licensed, educational program which specializes in education and conservation of North American wildlife. During their presentation you'll meet a live coyote, skunk, groundhog, porcupine, and wolf. Space is limited and reservations are required: 815-895-9777. Ages 8-adult. Safari Sprouts 4th Wednesday of every month Wednesday, March 28, 10:15-11:15 am $8/child (or purchase a 4-class card for $28), adults free Call 815-895-9777 to register (walk-ins welcome too) Spend a morning discovering nature at the Museum through games, crafts, stories, and songs, plus a live animal visit each month! Designed for ages 3-5 with an adult.
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