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PLANETARIUM SHOWTIMES Laser Light Nights Pub Night Under the Stars Wine and Cheese Under the Stars Yoga Under the Stars Planet Passport Series Interplanetary 5K Race Community Solar System Unnamed Comet Locations Outreach Rucker Family Science Teacher Program Planetarium Newsletter Infinite Wonder Podcast Museum Conversations | Henry Diltz: Legendary Rock Photographer -SOLD OUT Museum Conversations: Christopher Marley American Animation: Art on Screen SENIOR DAY Senior Morning FREE DAYS Bradley FUSE Interactive Experience 2026 Engineering Day 2026 Virtual Programming Objectively Speaking | The Young Collectors Hands-on at Home | Fun Art + Science Projects Virtual Science Demos All Events - Listing Field Trips | Outreach Programs Every Student Initiative ESI Student + Family Museum Fun Pass Recurring Programs Chemistry Demonstrations with Bradley University's Chemistry Club Science Treasure Hunt I Hear America Singing- Both shows SOLD OUT Newsletter Sign-up Join | Renew Membership Member Appreciation Day Membership FAQ Digital Membership Card Reciprocal Programs Member Saturdays Member Saturday | FUSE Every Student Initiative Visionary Society Matching Gifts Corporate Members Peoria Falcon Circle Every Student Initiative State of the Museum 2025 Fundraising Events 4th of July Backyard BBQ- Tickets go on sale May, 2026 Membership Swap Weekend Nita Sunderland Tribute Volunteer Opportunities Board of Directors Foundation Board of Directors Museum Staff President & CEO John Morris Every Student Initiative Our Story Partners Blue Star Museum Museums for All Leed Gold Certification Accessibility in the Museum Peoples Choice Awards Museum News Donation Requests Volunteer Opportunities Employment About Our Story Partners About Board of Directors Foundation Board of Directors Museum Staff President & CEO John Morris Every Student Initiative Our Story Partners Blue Star Museum Museums for All Leed Gold Certification Accessibility in the Museum Peoples Choice Awards Museum News Donation Requests Volunteer Opportunities Employment Partners The Peoria Riverfront Museum has more than 200 community and national program and content partners, including affiliation with the Smithsonian FOUNDING PARTNERS Lakeview Museum of Arts and Sciences Founded in 1965, Lakeview Museum featured rotating gallery exhibitions of fine and folk art collections, a planetarium, and educational programming. Lakeview closed its doors in 2012 to become part of the Peoria Riverfront Museum. Peoria Historical Society Incorporated in 1934, the Peoria Historical Society (PHS) preserves the unique history of the Central Illinois River Valley. Illinois High School Association Founded in 1900, the Illinois High School Association (IHSA) administers interscholastic and athletic activities for 760 high schools. African American Hall of Fame Museum Founded in 1987, the African American Hall of Fame Museum (AAHFM) maintains collections and exhibitions of African American life and culture. Peoria Regional Museum Society Chartered in 1952, the Peoria Regional Museum Society (PRMS) promoted appreciation of the region's history, industry, science, and art. December 31, 2013, PRMS merged with the Peoria Historical Society, which will continue the PRMS mission. The Nature Conservancy Founded in 1951, the Nature Conservancy is a nonprofit organization devoted to protecting ecologically important lands and waters. Heartland Foundation Founded in 1986, the Heartland Foundation preserves and celebrates the heritage of square dancing. Caterpillar Inc. Founded in 1925, Caterpillar Inc. is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. The interactive and engaging Caterpillar Visitors Center is our next door neighbor and was built concurrently with our Museum. PUBLIC PARTNERS Peoria County City of Peoria State of Illinois U.S. Government