Families can celebrate Illinois’ cultural diversity at the Illinois State Museum Feb. 27. International displays highlight India, Africa, Italy, Peru, the Underground Railroad, Juneteenth history and more. Activities planned include African drumming, fabric stamping and totem pole making. Hands-on crafts will engage the entire family, as will live performances by the Sokol Polish Folk Dancers, salsa dancing with Julio Barrenzuela and a Peruvian dance and fashion show.

Celebrate Cultural Diversity
Saturday, Feb. 27
11am-3pm
Illinois State Museum
Spring and Edwards streets
782-5993
Free

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