• Studio Recital

    Clegg Chapel (at Hudson Hall)

    The spring season kicks off with the Studio Recital, an opportunity for students in applied voice and piano lessons to share their growth and artistry. Featuring an eclectic mix of genres—including classical, showtunes, and pop—the recital highlights the dedication of students as they present their work from the past academic year. Voice students will be […]

  • Spring Musical: Once

    Bothwell Auditorium at Blackburn College 700 College Avenue, Carlinville, IL, United States

    Blackburn proudly presents “Once” as this year’s spring musical. Performances will take place on Friday, April 4, and Saturday, April 5, at 7:00 pm, with a matinee on Sunday, April 6, at 2:00 pm. A heartfelt story of love and music, “Once” follows two singer-songwriters who meet on the streets of Dublin and collaborate, recording […]

  • Spring Musical: Once

    Bothwell Auditorium at Blackburn College 700 College Avenue, Carlinville, IL, United States

    Blackburn proudly presents “Once” as this year’s spring musical. Performances will take place on Friday, April 4, and Saturday, April 5, at 7:00 pm, with a matinee on Sunday, April 6, at 2:00 pm. A heartfelt story of love and music, “Once” follows two singer-songwriters who meet on the streets of Dublin and collaborate, recording […]

  • Spring Musical: Once

    Bothwell Auditorium at Blackburn College 700 College Avenue, Carlinville, IL, United States

    Blackburn proudly presents “Once” as this year’s spring musical. Performances will take place on Friday, April 4, and Saturday, April 5, at 7:00 pm, with a matinee on Sunday, April 6, at 2:00 pm. A heartfelt story of love and music, “Once” follows two singer-songwriters who meet on the streets of Dublin and collaborate, recording […]

  • Land Lost, Culture Lost – Film Screening & Discussion

    Bothwell Auditorium at Blackburn College 700 College Avenue, Carlinville, IL, United States

    Join Blackburn College for a screening of the documentary "Land Lost, Culture Lost" on April 10 at 6 PM in Bothwell Auditorium. Co-directed by Blackburn Counselor Daniel Lanctot, the film explores Indigenous land loss and the power of participatory filmmaking in advocacy. A discussion will follow on how storytelling can drive social change and strengthen […]

  • Eberle Speaker Series: Michael Scott Smith, COO Make-A-Wish North Texas

    Jaenke Alumni Center 700 College Avenue, Carlinville, IL, United States

    Blackburn College will host Michael Scott Smith, Chief Operating Officer at Make-A-Wish North Texas. This event, part of the Kathleen J. Eberle Memorial Lecture Series in the Social Sciences, will be held on Thursday, April 10, at 7:00 pm in Jaenke Alumni Center. It is free and open to the public. As the Chief Operating […]

  • Science Day 2025

    Mahan Science Building

    Blackburn College is thrilled to announce the 36th Annual Science Day is scheduled for Friday, April 11, 2025. One of the College’s most celebrated traditions, Science Day welcomes high school students from across the region to the Blackburn campus for a day of hands-on science, dynamic demonstrations, and scholarship opportunities. Coordinated entirely by Blackburn science […]

  • Admitted Student Day

    Admitted Student Day - Save the date, Apr 12, 2025! A day to step into the shoes of a Blackburn College student. Our accepted students will be able to participate in a student service project while Beaver Nation's parents are able to attend several informational panels and ask questions of our community. In addition to […]

  • Spectrum’s Annual Drag Show

    Bothwell Auditorium at Blackburn College 700 College Avenue, Carlinville, IL, United States

    Please join us on Saturday, April 12th at 7:00 PM in Bothwell Auditorium for our Annual Drag Show! Doors open at 6:30 PM, with a cash bar and photo booth available. Tickets are $5 for Blackburn students, faculty, and staff with school IDs. Outside tickets are $10. If you have any questions please email [email protected]!

  • Choir Concert: Schubert’s Mass in G Major

    Bothwell Auditorium at Blackburn College 700 College Avenue, Carlinville, IL, United States

    The season concludes with a significant choral event as Blackburn College’s three choirs—College Choir, Conservatory Choir, and Community Choir—join forces to perform Schubert’s Mass in G Major. This concert represents the culmination of the Music program’s renewed commitment to fostering community connections. With funding from the Illinois Arts Council, Blackburn launched the Conservatory Choir in […]

  • Ceramics (and Other Art!) Sale

    Renner Art Gallery

    Come and support your local student artist! The ceramics department is hosting a sale in Renner Art Department on Thursday May 8 • 10am to 3pm. Student work, Instructor work. Cash or credit cards accepted.

  • Giving Days 2025: A Week of Help + Hope

    Blackburn College Giving Day: A Week of Help + Hope is underway! Rally your classmates, family, and friends to come together to make a profound difference in the lives of our students and our College. Your generous, steadfast support is something we depend on year after year! All gifts of all sizes will transform lives of Blackburn […]