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Calumet Ecological Park Association This website is an overview of the proposed creation of an urban ecological park in Calumet and Northwest Indiana. It includes a calendar of events and a link to the Lake Calumet Treasure Map. www.lincolnnet.net/cepa/ Calumet Environmental Resource Center Chicago State University’s CERC resource library website includes numerous links to area environmental groups/organizations, nature preserves, education resources, government agencies and other points of interest in the Calumet Region. www.csu.edu/cerc/ Calumet Heritage Partnership A group created to identify, preserve, and reclaim the natural, historical, cultural, and recreational heritage of the Calumet region of Illinois and Indiana. www.lincolnnet.net/calumethp/home.html Calumet Stewardship Initiative The Calumet Stewardship Initiative is a consortium of public and private organizations in the Calumet region that are dedicated to the conservation of the natural environment. CSI member organizations, including The Field Museum, engage residents and member organizations in partnerships that advance nature education, environmental stewardship, scientific discovery, cultural understanding and economic growth. www.calumetstewardshipinitiative.org Chicago/ Calumet Underground Rail Road Effort This group’s goals are to research, preserve, and link the heritage and stories of the Underground Railroad Movement in Chicago, the South Suburbs, and Northwest Indiana. Call 708-841-0174 for more information. Environmental Educators Network of the Southern Lake Michigan Region This site provides links to nature centers and other organizations in the region. www.eeintheregion.org/ Hammond Parks Foundation This site gives an overview of the foundation, which informs citizens about Hammond parks and park improvements in Hammond, IN. www.ci.hammond.in.us/parks/hpf.htm Hegewisch Chamber of Commerce A membership organization of business, industry and individuals working for economic development and community redevelopment of the Hegewisch community. Call 773-646-6880 for more information. Historic Pullman Foundation This organization’s website includes several opportunities to learn about the historical significance of the Pullman community in the Calumet region. The site includes information about programs available through the organization’s visitor center, a timeline of Pullman’s history, and links to articles and resources about the area. www.pullmanil.org/ Pullman Civic Organization A neighborhood organization in the historic Pullman district. This organization focuses on community issues including historical preservation and environmental concerns of the Pullman community. members.aol.com/PullmanIL/groups.html or call 773-660-1276 for more information. Veteran’s Park Improvement Association The association works with community issues in and around Veteran’s Park. Call 773-221-0416 for more information. |
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