Sugar Grove Nature Center is located just south of Bloomington-Normal in Funks Grove, Illinois. Our facility is open Tuesday through Saturday, year-round. Individuals of all ages enjoy the interpretive exhibits, sensory displays, and live animals. The Bird Room provides a cozy atmosphere for reading books or perusing field guides and invites visitors to enjoy birds and other animal visitors up close.
Sugar Grove Nature Center is located in Funks Grove, Illinois, among over 1,000 acres of high quality natural areas. Funks Grove is the largest remaining intact prairie grove in the state of Illinois. It contains four dedicated nature preserves and has been designated as a National Natural Landmark by the U.S. Department of Interior. Over five miles of well maintained trails take visitors through prairie, forest, and riverine habitats. A trail from the Nature Center leads to the Funks Grove Church, Cemetery, and Chapel of the Templed Trees.
Highlighted Events!!!
Saturday, April 19 - Spring Bird Feeding Seminar/ A Walk in the Woods
Saturday, May 3 - Nature Exploration Day