VISITING SAFE – THE GROVE
The Grove Interpretative Center will open to the public starting August 11, with a
number of provisions to protect the safety of our customers, employees and our
community.
We believe the Glenview Park District’s museums can open safely with adequate
physical distancing while providing individuals with an opportunity to appreciate
nature and history and to promote mental well-being. Safety is our number one
priority and we have a plan in place allowing patrons to visit with as little contact
as possible while adhering to the guidelines set forth by the Illinois Department of
Commerce & Economic Opportunity. (Last Updated July 27, 2020)
HOW THE EXPERIENCE IS CHANGED
Visitor Limitations
The Grove Interpretative Center will be
limited to 25% occupancy. Visitors will
only have access to the main exhibit
hall, science classroom, restrooms and
gift shop. While the animal displays
and other exhibits are available for
viewing, no hands-on contact will be
permitted. In other words, visitors
cannot touch the animals or artifacts.
Trash and recycling containers will be
limited, so please plan to take your
trash with you.
Arrival
Access to the center will be through
the front entrance. Patrons may arrive
at any time during the posted public
hours and will be asked to sign in and
out of the building each time they
enter. If the building reaches 25%
capacity, patrons will be asked to wait
outside at safe intervals.
Operations
The Interpretative Center will
be open to the public 10 am to
3 pm Tuesday through Sunday.
The building will remain closed on
Mondays. The Grove grounds and trail
system remains open from dawn to
dusk every day. We require patrons to
follow physical distancing guidelines
and wear masks when distancing is not
possible. The restrooms at the Redfield
Carriage House are open to the public
from 9 am-4 pm daily.
Historic Kennicott House –
Open August 29
We will be offering guided tours of the
Kennicott House and other historic
structures on weekends only beginning
August 29. Advance registration is
required at the Interpretative Center
desk. Specific tour dates and times will
be posted at the Interpretative Center
front desk and online.