Russell R. Kirt Prairie, Protected prairie area at College of DuPage, Illinois.
Russell R. Kirt Prairie is a protected natural area featuring multiple ecosystems including tallgrass prairie, oak savanna, hill prairie, wetlands, and marshes located near the Health and Science Center. The site encompasses several acres and displays the diverse plant life across these restored landscapes.
Restoration of this former farmland began in 1974 when a professor started collecting native seeds and seedlings from the surrounding area. This initial work led to the development of the diverse ecosystem that exists there today.
This place operates as a learning space where students engage in ecological projects like seed collection and controlled burning activities. The site demonstrates how people today actively work to restore natural ecosystems.
A detailed trail guide with information about North American prairies and plant species is available near the entrance to help visitors explore the area. The site is easy to navigate since essential information is provided on location.
The area holds nearly 300 plant species from different families, some of them rare and found in very few other locations. This diversity makes the site a powerful example of successful restoration work.
Location: Illinois
GPS coordinates: 41.84000,-88.07583
Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:08
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