Hawthorn Hollow Nature Sanctuary & Arboretum

Small Eyes Under the Skies
2024-09-13 19:00 - 20:30, 2024-08-30 20:00 - 21:30, 2024-08-23 20:00 - 21:30, 2024-08-16 20:00 - 21:30, 2024-08-02 20:00 - 21:30, 2024-07-05 20:00 - 21:30, 2024-06-28 20:00 - 21:30, 2024-06-07 20:00 - 21:30 (Asia/Karachi) | WI
Join us for a captivating astronomical adventure at The Heide Observatory with our “Small Eyes Under the Skies” event, perfect for the whole family. Explore the wonders of our solar system as we embark on an interactive journey across the meadow, discovering the sizes and distances of our nearest celestial neighbors. Following this engaging experience, prepare for an unforgettable telescope adventure, where you’ll witness the beauty of planets and other extraordinary celestial objects up close. With limited space available, be sure to secure your tickets early to guarantee a spot for this stellar exploration.In the event of cloud cover of more than 40% we will reschedule the event. Look for a confirmation email at least 24 hours prior to the event date.
Contact observatory@hawthornhollow.org for group/family rate discounts.
Please remember to dress appropriately for an outdoor trek through the solar system (the field).

Through the Lens
2024-09-12 20:00 - 22:00, 2024-08-22 21:00 - 23:00, 2024-08-15 21:00 - 23:00, 2024-08-08 21:00 - 23:00, 2024-08-01 21:00 - 23:00, 2024-07-18 21:00 - 23:00, 2024-07-11 21:00 - 23:00, 2024-06-27 21:00 - 23:00 and 1 more date | WI
Experience the awe-inspiring “Through the Lens” event at The Heide Observatory, where celestial wonders come to life. Peer into the depths of the universe using our powerful 17-inch telescope, taking turns to observe binary stars, elusive planets, ethereal galaxies, and an array of captivating celestial objects. As you await your individual view inside the observatory dome, join our knowledgeable guides outside under the stars for a guided sky tour. Gain a broader perspective and deepen your appreciation as you absorb the enchanting panorama of the night sky, connecting the dots between what you witness through the lens and the grand tapestry of the cosmos.These events are weather-dependent, and will be rescheduled by e-mail 24 hours before scheduled if the cloud cover forecast is greater than 40%.
Dress appropriately for nighttime outdoor weather.

Wednesday Under the Stars
2024-09-11 20:00 - 22:00, 2024-08-28 21:00 - 23:00, 2024-08-21 21:00 - 23:00, 2024-08-14 21:00 - 23:00, 2024-08-07 21:00 - 23:00, 2024-07-31 21:00 - 23:00, 2024-06-26 21:00 - 23:00, 2024-06-12 21:00 - 23:00 | WI
Indulge in the ultimate sensory experience at “Wednesday Under the Stars” hosted at the picturesque Heide Observatory. Sink into a blissful zero-gravity chair with your favorite beverage in hand, and prepare for an unforgettable journey through the night sky. Our expert guides will illuminate the celestial wonders using a laser pointer, revealing stars, planets, constellations, galaxies, and other captivating objects of interest. Immerse yourself in their enthralling stories as we unravel their relationships and delve into their profound significance. Sip, gaze, and savor the enchantment of the cosmos in this unique and relaxing evening under the stars.These events are weather-dependent, and will be rescheduled by e-mail 24 hours before scheduled if the cloud cover forecast is greater than 40%.
Dress appropriately for nighttime outdoor weather.

Free Hatha Yoga
2024-09-10 18:00 - 19:00 | Hawthorn Hollow Nature Sanctuary & Arboretum, 880 Green Bay Rd, Kenosha, WI, 53144, United States
Led by Pam Grubb of Mindful Yoga. Become grounded and calm with a FREE gentle yoga practice designed to help you let go. Yoga helps to bring you back to yourself, your values and your intuition. No experience needed to focus on breathing, healing and letting go.
FREE, donations gratefully accepted, Registration is required

Walk in the Woods Art Fair
2024-09-07 10:00 - 16:00 | WI
The Walk in the Woods Art Fair has become one of the most popular and well-respected in southeastern Wisconsin. Over 70 artists will display their creations along the wooded trails and gardens of Hawthorn Hollow. Fine art ranging from jewelry to paintings, photography to wood sculpting, glass to garden art will all be available for purchase. We also feature live entertainment throughout the day, face painting, food & beverages for sale, and a silent auction. Come and enjoy a beautiful day combining fine art with music and nature.

Night Hike
2024-08-21 20:00 - 21:00 | Hawthorn Hollow Nature Sanctuary & Arboretum, 880 Green Bay Rd, Kenosha, WI, 53144, United States
Join Naturalist Ryan Retzke for a Night Hike at Hawthorn Hollow! Learn all about the adaptations nocturnal creatures have developed to survive and thrive when the sun goes down, gaze in awe at the night sky, and listen to the songs that fill the woods and fields after dark.

This is a 60-minute outdoor program, so please dress for the weather!
Tickets are $10 plus processing fees for adults (kids under 3 are free).
No refunds unless the event is canceled.

For more info or to register, please visit https://hawthornhollow.ticketspice.com/night-hikes-2024

Wildflowers of the Season
2024-08-10 10:00 - 12:00 | WI
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Come walk the trails and look for the flowers of the season with Hawthorn Hollow’s Restoration Ecologist Emily Leonard. You will see what’s in bloom in our prairies and woodlands and get to identify unusual flowers. Walk the grounds of Hawthorn Hollow and see and learn about different wildflower species, why they grow here, and how they effect the rest of our ecosystem. Don’t forget to bring your camera!

Pike River Benefit Concert: The Box Band
2024-06-14 18:00 - 21:00 | Hawthorn Hollow Nature Sanctuary & Arboretum, 880 Green Bay Rd, Kenosha, WI, 53144, United States
Presented by Stein’s Aircraft Services and Once Upon a Child.
Bluegrass outside the box. Featuring longtime friend of Hawthorn Hollow Georgia Rae , Chicago’s Box Band is rooted in traditional bluegrass but finds ways to “break free” with different influences and techniques. Check out the Box Band’s new album “Don’t Buy It”, available now on all streaming services!
All shows start at 6pm in the Hawthorn Hollow Amphitheater, with gates open at 5. Admission is $10 per person at the gate. Food and beverages such as soda, wine, and craft beer will be available for purchase, as will produce from the Heritage Farmstead at Hawthorn Hollow (while supplies last).
The 2024 Pike River Benefit Concert Series, presented by Once Upon a Child & Stein’s Aircraft Services and supported by Festival Foods & Educator’s Credit Union, is also sponsored in part by: Equinox Botanical Boutique, Mindful Yoga, M3 Insurance, Peacetree Originals, Kessler’s Clock Co., Modern Apothecary, Daniels Chiropractic, Impact Networking, Design Partners Inc., and Creative Design Custom Signs.
