Cyanotype Workshop

Sunday, June 22 1-2:30pm

At the intersection of sunshine, science, and the creative spirit is the joy of cyanotype! An early form of photography and the original "sun print," cyanotype is the simple process of using the sun and treated paper or fabric to create stunning photograms.

Attendees will leave with their own designed bandanna and two cyanotype prints.

Ages 14+ Cost: $20 per person

Grown-up Time: Trails & Tie Dye

Sunday, July 20, 3-5pm

If you ever wished you could experience the joy of camp again but you just can't fit it into your adult existence, here is your chance!

Join us at Dunes Learning Center for an adult-geared afternoon where you can tap into your inner child again. Swing by any time between 3 and 5 to create a tie-dye shirt, make a friendship bracelet, and have a s'more while you explore the dunes at your own pace. 

Bring your own item to tie-dye, or you may purchase a shirt on site. 

Cost: $5

Earth Systems: A Great Lakes Perspective

Friday August 8—Saturday, August 9

A two-day, water-themed workshop for educators to explore the natural world, network, and receive exclusive access to the newest Project WET Educator's Guidebook: Water in Earth Systems.

Open to all 5-12th grade formal and non-formal educators.

Cost: $50 per person

Dunes Learning Center events are supported by our 2025 Corporate Event Sponsors, including BP America, Cleveland Cliffs, Franklin Pest Solutions, Friends of Indiana Dunes, Keramida Inc., Mark J. Mihalo Family Dentistry, NIPSCO, Shinka Sustainability Consultants, and Wickcraft Boardwalks.