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The Starved Rock Art Show returns this winter, inviting visitors to experience and vote on a wide range of nature-inspired artwork created by both adult and junior artists from the community and beyond. Presented at the Starved Rock State Park Visitor Center, the show highlights creative expression inspired by the landscapes, wildlife, and seasonal beauty of Starved Rock and surrounding natural areas. The exhibition is supported through funding provided by the Starved Rock Fo

Earliest sell-out in the project’s history highlights record community support OGLESBY, IL — The 2026 Starved Rock & Matthiessen Calendar fundraiser has officially sold out, marking the earliest sell-out in the history of the project. A total of 525 calendars were sold, the highest number ever produced and distributed for the annual fundraiser. This milestone also represents a record amount of funds raised in support of Starved Rock and Matthiessen State Parks, with final fun

From intimate wildlife encounters to sweeping landscapes, the 7th Annual Starved Rock Photography Show showcased the stories that unfold when people slow down and truly observe the natural world. Presented by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) with support and funding by the Starved Rock Foundation, the 2025 show featured 86 entries across eight categories, each capturing a unique perspective of plants, animals, and landscapes from across North America. The S

OGLESBY, IL — The Starved Rock Foundation is proud to announce the photographers whose work has been selected for inclusion in the 2026...