Big Rock, IL - Historic House For Sale   CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES: Clubs - Boys and girls may join baseball and soccer teams as well as Boy Scout and Girl Scout organizations and/or the Big Rock 4-H Club. Crossroads Christian Youth Center – Located just west of Big Rock, this is a non-profit, non-denominational organization where those Kindergarten through high school can go and learn more about Jesus Christ and develop a personal relationship with Him while enjoying fellowship with others. It’s a place for youth to go where they will know they are loved by God. Some of the activities include devotionals and fellowship with others, music, and games. Big Rock Historical Museum - Gives children a glimpse of what life was like growing up in Big Rock over the past 100+ years. Antique furniture, clothing, photographs, and a variety of other household items, all donated by townspeople, are displayed. The museum building itself is uniquely fascinating, as it was originally a corn crib which has been renovated, with a farmer’s field still surrounding it. Next to the museum is a historical Big Rock house which has been moved from in town to its current location to house the upcoming Big Rock Library. Blackberry Farm’s Pioneer Village – 15 minutes away. For a day of fun, not only will children be amused here, but there is also a lot to learn about life during the “good old days” by watching period craft demonstrations and wandering through numerous museums. A small petting zoo, catch & release fishing, and pony, hay wagon, carousel and train rides are offered amongst 54 acres of trees and gardens. Even Big Rock’s original train depot has been moved to this park-like setting. Phillips Park – Located in Aurora, this 325+-acre park has a small zoo, mastodon gallery, sunken garden, picnic areas, aquatic center and winter recreation area. Outdoor Water Parks – There are two water parks, each about 15 minutes away. Located across from Blackberry Farms is Splash Country, and in Montgomery a more elaborate one is currently under construction. Sugar Grove Family Fun Center – Situated a short distance from the Montgomery water park, this locality offers putt-putt golf with a driving range, go-karts and bumper boats. Waubonsee Community College – Located in Sugar Grove, preschool through high school aged children may take part in a variety of programs, including art, fitness and music. Children’s Theatre – Various children’s plays may be seen throughout the year at a number of playhouses within 45 minutes’ drive, with Sandwich Opera House and St. Charles Steel Beam Theatre offering theatre workshops for kids. Camps – Day camps are available in the summer. Country Fairs – Kane County Fair, Elburn Days, Sandwich Fair and Big Rock Plowing Match feature livestock, baking, handiwork, gardening and plowing competitions with added parades, concerts, demolition derbies, and rodeo grandstand events as well as carnival rides. Nearby Towns’ Summer & Fall Festivals – Geneva Swedish Days (June), St. Charles Riverfest (June), Naperville Ribfest (July), Sugar Grove Corn Boil (July), Geneva Festival of the Vine (Sept.), St. Charles Scarecrow Festival (Oct.). These offer a variety of activities to peak children’s interests including carnival rides and games, concerts, good food, fireworks and various competitions.