Winnie the Pooh has come to Downers Grove!
Winnie the Pooh and all his friends from the Hundred Acre Wood have come to Downers Grove! Visit Lyman Woods to check out Winnie the Pooh’s, Piglet’s and other characters' homes around the Lyman Woods trails or partake in one of our Winnie the Pooh inspired programs each season. We’ll also have life-sized Winnie the Pooh character cut-outs to visit in your neighborhood parks (see listing below) throughout the year. To cap off the series, we’ll have a festive celebration to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the publication of AA Milne’s first Winnie the Pooh book in October 2026 (more details to come).
Winnie the Pooh in the Parks
Celebrate the 100th anniversary of A.A. Milne’s Winnie-the-Pooh by exploring character locations throughout Downers Grove Park District parks. Discover each character’s home along the trails at Lyman Woods and enjoy themed programs offered throughout the year. No registration is required.
Join the Hunt!
- Visit all 12 character locations
- Collect a letter at each stop
- Solve the acrostic puzzle
- Download the puzzle sheet below
- Turn in your completed answer sheet to Lyman Woods staff for a special prize and entry into an optional drawing
Winnie the Pooh Acrostic Puzzle Sheet
Winnie the Pooh Character Homes at Lyman Woods
Step into the world of Winnie the Pooh as you explore the trails of Lyman Woods. Discover character homes and special locations inspired by the Hundred Acre Wood along your journey. Visit each character home on this self-led adventure. Admission is free; no registration required. Please note: parking is limited during programming hours.
Admission: Free
Hours:
Outdoor Space/Trails (Character Home Viewing): Open 1 hour before sunrise until 1 hour after sunset, every day
Interpretive Center General Public Open Hours: Monday to Sunday: 9AM - 4PM
Additional Details:
Plan for about 1–1.5 hours to walk the trails experience everything. The full route is approximately 2 miles.
Character Homes:
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View Lyman Woods Character Homes Map
Winnie the Pooh Programs at lyman woods
Step into the Hundred Acre Wood with our Winnie the Pooh–inspired programs offered throughout the year at Lyman Woods. Set among the trails and nature of Lyman Woods, these themed activities invite families to play, explore, and make memories together. Program dates and registration information can be found in each listing below. Advance registration is required.
Winter + Spring Programs:
Summer Programs (coming soon):