Pullman National Historical Park invites Fourth Graders in our community to join the SUMMER EXPLORERS! This free three-day educational experience will be led by our park rangers and will explore how our National Parks enrich us all. For two of the three days we will explore sites outside of the park in the Chicagoland area. Lunch and snacks will be provided.
See below for details and application instructions. We can’t wait to meet you!
What: Free three-day educational summer program. Each day, Explorers will have a different learning adventure as they experience and evaluate what makes a great community. Participants will reflect on their adventure daily and develop awareness of community planning, stewardship, and engagement.
When: 3 sessions, Wed/Thurs/Fri, 10am - 4pm
SESSION 1 June 28, 29, 30
SESSION 2 July 12, 13, 14
SESSION 3 July 26, 27, 28
Each participant can join one of the three available sessions.
Where: Pullman Summer Explorers will begin and end each day at Pullman National Historical Park Visitor Center, located at 610 E. 111th Street, Chicago, IL 60628
Who: The program is exclusively for fourth graders (those entering fourth grade in Fall 2023 or those who recently completed fourth grade in Spring 2023). Selections will be made on a first-come, first-served basis, with priority given to participants in the 60628 zip code. Neighboring youth from outside the 60628 zip code will be added to a random drawing if space is available.
Apply today!
To apply for a spot in one of the three available Pullman Summer Explorers sessions, complete the form below and email it to e-mail us or return by mail or in person to the Pullman National Historical Park Visitor Center (610 E. 111th Street, Hours: Daily 9am - 5pm). Applications must be received by June 10, 2023. Applicants will be notified by phone and email by June 15, 2023.
Questions? Contact us by phone at (773) 928-7257 or by email at e-mail us, or stop into the Visitor Center-we’re open daily from 9am - 5pm.
Source: U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service