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  • Golden Beavers Society Luncheon

    Demuzio Center Blackburn College 700 College Ave., Carlinville, Illinois

    Did you graduate in 1975 or earlier? If so, we’re thrilled to welcome you back to campus and celebrate your lasting connection to Blackburn! We invite you to join fellow alumni in becoming a proud member of the Golden Beavers Society, honoring those who graduated 50 or more years ago. Reconnect, reminisce, and enjoy a […]

  • Shuttle to Broom Orchard – Apple Festival

    Hop on the bus and head to fall fun! Join us for a trip to the beloved Broom Orchard for their annual Apple Festival, filled with seasonal treats, local vendors, and all the crisp autumn charm you can handle. A shuttle will run every 30 minutes from campus to the orchard and back, making it […]

  • Pigger Event 2025

    Pigger

    For the first time in Blackburn history, the legendary tradition of Pigger will be held right here on campus—and you’re invited to be part of it! Pigger has been a beloved part of Blackburn’s past, and now we’re bringing the fun home. Join us for a day of games, food, music, and all the quirky, […]

  • Blackburn College Music Showcase

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

    The Blackburn Music Showcase, Friday, October 3 at 7:00 pm in Bothwell Auditorium, will set the stage for the Music Program’s full 2024-2025 season. This performance displays a wide variety of choral, solo, and ensemble pieces that give the audience a sample of what music students and the Music Department will be working on for […]

  • Demuzio Campus Center (DCC) - where leaders rise banner in front view as students and parents enter the building

    Admissions Open House Event

    Demuzio Center Blackburn College 700 College Ave., Carlinville, Illinois

    Reserve your spot > ### Discover Life As A Blackburn College Student at Upcoming Fall Open House Event Meet Professors and Students, Explore Campus, Receive Instant Admissions, and Learn about the Powerful Impact of our Distinct Work Program When You Attend Blackburn College will welcome interested students and families to campus for a Fall Open […]

  • Folk Festival with City of Carlinville (Bothwell Auditorium)

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

    This semester’s staged production is occurring in collaboration with the City of Carlinville on Saturday, October 18th at 11:00 am. Due to inclement weather, the event will move from Tom Thumb Park to Bothwell Auditorium on the Blackburn College campus. This performance will feature students performing both traditional and modern folk music along with accompanying […]

  • Petronel Malan, Grammy Nominated Pianist (ISMTA Conference)

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

    Blackburn College is hosting this year’s Illinois State Music Teacher’s Association (ISMTA) conference. The featured performance of concert guest artist, Grammy-nominee South African pianist Petronel Malan, is free and open to the public. The performance will be on Friday, November 7th, at 4:30 pm in Bothwell Auditorium. 

  • Color Presentation Veterans Day 2024

    Veterans Day Convocation

    https://youtube.com/live/Udxk0BWkKJM BLACKBURN COLLEGE INVITES COMMUNITY TO JOIN ANNUAL VETERANS DAY CONVOCATION ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 11 Blackburn College in Carlinville, Illinois, will hold its annual Veterans Day Convocation on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at 11:00 am in Clegg Chapel on the College campus. The American Legion Post 554 and the College will honor United States military […]

  • Alumni Event: Beavers in the Burbs – Schaumburg

    Join Fellow Blackburn Alumni for Happy Hour with Jim Connor ’83 in Schaumburg   Join fellow Beavers for Beavers in the Burbs, a fun and casual Happy Hour hosted by Jim Connor ’83 on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at Stonewood Ale House in Schaumburg, IL! Reconnect with classmates, share memories, and catch up on all […]

  • Christmas at Blackburn

    Clegg Chapel (at Hudson Hall)

    Blackburn’s annual holiday tradition, Christmas at Blackburn, is a beautiful ‘lessons and carols’ service that includes many of the most beloved hymns of Christmas sung by the Blackburn College, and Community choirs. The Rev. Dr. Carter Aikin presides over the service, which also includes congregational singing, scripture read by members of the Blackburn and greater […]

  • Blackburn College Softball Cornhole Tournament

    Blackburn Athletic Center

    Join the Blackburn College Softball Cornhole Tournament! Date: December 13th, 2025 Registration: 10:00 AM | Start Time: 11:00 AM Location: Blackburn Athletic Center, 700 College Ave, Carlinville, IL 62626 Entry Fee: $40 per team Cash Prizes: 1st Place: $300 2nd Place: $150 3rd Place: $50 Register your team today and compete for bragging rights and […]