

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: The History of Fire and How It Shaped Illinois
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 22 Feb, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sun, 22 Feb, 2026 at 02:30 pm
- **Event Description**: The History of Fire and How It Shaped Illinois

Saturday, Feb 22 | 1:00 - 2:30 PM | FREE

Ever wonder why Illinois looks the way it does? The answer is fire.

Join Karla Griesbaum from Illinois Extension for a fascinating look at the hidden force that shaped our landscape—from ancient prairies to modern conservation.

 What You'll Discover:
 How natural fire cycles created Illinois's famous rich soils
 The way Indigenous peoples used fire as a landscape tool
 How fire suppression after European settlement changed everything
 Why the absence of fire turned prairies into forests
 The critical role fire plays in maintaining natural areas today

About Karla: Environmental and Energy Stewardship Educator with Illinois Extension. M.S. in Plant Biology from U of I, former Conservation Planner with USDA, specializes in land stewardship, natural areas restoration, and soil ecology. Passionate about connecting people with nature and making science accessible.

Perfect for:
-Nature lovers &amp; conservation-minded folks
-Landowners interested in prairie restoration
-Gardeners curious about native ecosystems
-Local history buffs
-Families looking for educational activities
-Anyone who wants to understand Illinois's natural heritage

What to Expect: Engaging presentation tracing fire's role from prehistoric times through today, with time for Q&amp;A

All ages welcome ?‍?‍?‍?

? Prairie Fruits Farm Classroom, 4410 N Lincoln Ave, Champaign

FREE admission
Presented in partnership with Illinois Extension
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- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 25

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: https://www.prairiefruits.com/event-details/rooted-in-illinois-history-of-fire?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=champaign-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Champaign
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 4410 North Lincoln Avenue, Champaign, IL, United States, Illinois 61822
- **lat**: 40.16256
- **long**: -88.20959
- **full address**: 4410 North Lincoln Avenue, Champaign, IL, United States, Illinois 61822

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: Prairie Fruits Farm & Creamery (https://allevents.in/org/prairie-fruits-farm-and-creamery/11022532)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sun, 22 Feb, 2026 at 01:00 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** 4410 North Lincoln Avenue, Champaign, IL, United States, Illinois 61822
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Prairie Fruits Farm & Creamery
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about The History of Fire and How It Shaped Illinois ?
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