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Mt. Morris has great picnic spots at four parks scattered around town, and several stunning state and regional parks just a few miles away.

If you missed this year’s scheduled events, there is still time to view the amazing sculptures in the campus square.

The National Straw Sculpting Competition culminates on August 24 with Strawfest! Round bale races, games, demonstrations, food, and more music.

Who doesn’t crave ice cream in the summer? It’s the perfect refreshing dessert, snack – or let’s face it – main course.

Mt. Morris has a unique and historic Village Square campus and is known for the Let Freedom Ring festival every July 4th! Learn more…

Summer bursts into town when the Friday night Mt. Morris Jamboree concerts kick off, plus the Student Art Show and re-opening of The Mt. Morris Historical Museum!

Mt. Morris has a rich history dating back to the 1800s and you’re invited to see how it all began.

Enjoy all the ways to play and explore the great outdoors in and around Mt. Morris on Earth Day — and, every day!

Want to nurture your inner gardener, but don’t have the yard space? Consider a free garden bed in the Mt. Morris Community Gardens…

Make Mt. Morris your cultural arts destination in northwest Illinois. Discover featured events and more on our Community Calendar.