Quarry Hill Nature Center

Nature will set the stage for this one-of-a-kind outdoor gala.

A child’s first discovery of a monarch chrysalis. A school group standing in awe beneath towering oaks. A family spotting a fox on a snowy trail. These everyday moments at
Quarry Hill Nature Center spark wonder, connection, and a lifelong love for the natural world.

Your support makes these moments possible. It powers the hands-on science classes, the guided hikes, the animal encounters, and the quiet spaces where nature welcomes everyone. Together, we ensure that nature remains accessible, inspiring, and essential to all.

We invite you to celebrate that mission with us at Party on the Prairie, an outdoor gala set amidst the beauty of Quarry Hill’s restored prairie.

The evening begins with a lively social hour featuring interactive, science-rich experiences:

Taste mead with a beekeeper and learn about the magic of pollinators.

Press fresh apples using a vintage cider press.

Sample box-elder syrup tapped from trees right here in the park.

A farm-to-table dinner, highlighting the season's best flavors, will be followed by a live auction and a paddle raise, where your generosity will directly support our day-to-day operations, ensuring that Quarry Hill remains a place where people of all ages and backgrounds can explore, learn, and connect with the natural world.

Live music, cocktails, and dessert under the stars close the night.
Let's raise a glass (of mead!) to nature, education, and the power of community.