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- Metamorphosis: Emerging from the Dark | June 8 - August 16, 2024
Metamorphosis: Emerging from the Dark
June 8 - August 16 2024
Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods
Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods
Every summer around the world, cicadas emerge from their underground slumber to fill the trees with their vibrating sounds. This summer, our area will experience the arrival of a very special and particularly large group of periodical cicadas known as Brood X. Inspired by this extraordinary natural phenomenon, "Metamorphosis: Emerging from the Dark" explores the themes of transformation, rebirth, and the journey from darkness to light. As these creatures emerge from having spent their entire lives in the darkness of the soil and climb into the light to finally spread their new found wings, the exhibition features the work of artists who are exploring their own narratives of emerging from challenging times, overcoming obstacles, and embracing newfound light and possibilities.
Featured image by Holly Jansen
Featured image by Holly Jansen
Explore CicadaFest at Ryerson Woods
Join the Lake County Forest Preserve to celebrate all things insects and cicadas at this fun-filled event. They will have learning stations, insect demonstrations, a dress up booth for kids, insect collecting, a cicada search and much more!
Overflow Parking will be located at the Lutheran Church at 30 Riverwoods Road, one block north of the entrance to Ryerson Woods. A shuttle to and from the festival will be provided.
Join the Lake County Forest Preserve to celebrate all things insects and cicadas at this fun-filled event. They will have learning stations, insect demonstrations, a dress up booth for kids, insect collecting, a cicada search and much more!
Overflow Parking will be located at the Lutheran Church at 30 Riverwoods Road, one block north of the entrance to Ryerson Woods. A shuttle to and from the festival will be provided.
