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PRI Expo: Bridging the Past & Future in Illinois

May 2, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. & May 3, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Forbes Natural History Building in Research Park, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Discovery awaits at the 2025 PRI Expo in Research Park! Join us for this free, family-friendly event, where visitors of all ages can immerse themselves in science and technology with over 50 STEM exhibits, demonstrations, and hands-on activities.

During the Expo, PRI scientists and staff will offer visitors a glimpse of the fascinating subjects they study every day — natural history, archaeology, hydrology and water, weather and climate, pollution prevention, and sustainable energy. From digging for fossils to learning about Illinois’ birds and bugs, there will be something for everyone to enjoy!

More detailed exhibit information for the 2025 Expo will be added as it becomes available.

girl looking at rocks through microscope, toddler looking at fish in a tank, boy holding rock up to the camera.

Photography Notice

Please note: This event will be photographed and filmed. By attending, you consent to your image being used in university marketing, social media, and publications. Please alert the photographer if you don’t want your photograph taken.

Accommodations

If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate in this event, please contact Xander Hazel at xhazel@illinois.edu. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time to meet your access needs.

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