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Wonder Works
Kids birth to 8 can enjoy art, cultural and early learning programming. With five permanent exhibits, as well as special programming and classes, Wonder...
Events (4) DuPage County Historical Museum
The museum offers guided tours, summer camps and birthday parties. Programs are offered each month for all ages. The HO gauge model train display runs...
Events (4) Naper Settlement
This outdoor living history museum is a place where the stories and people of our past come alive through award-winning family-friendly exhibits, special...
Events (4) Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art
Rocks are hot here, from meteorites to gemstones. See the New Rock & Mineral Experience and more than 200 exhibits featuring jade and the Castle...
Events (2) DuPage Children's Museum
The Museum is divided into eight unique neighborhoods, which are each made up of a thoughtful cluster of exhibits and experiences. Creativity Connections...
Events (11) Cantigny Park
Visit the First Division military museum, which takes visitors on an interactive tours of the nation's wars. Life-size soldiers demonstrate what life...
Events (11) Garfield Farm Museum
This museum offers a variety of educational, family, and entertainment events focusing on 1840s farm and inn history.
Events (1) Elmhurst Historical Museum
Enjoy family-friendly exhibits and weekly activity programs at this museum in Elmhurst's historic Glos Mansion. Summer Fun and Games on Tuesdays. ...
Events (1) Geneva History Center
113 S. Third St., GenevaLearn about the history of Geneva with interactive exhibits. Call in advance for guided tours.
Events (1) Elmhurst Museum Day
Downtown Elmhurst, ElmhurstJoin all four Elmhurst museums to celebrate International Museum Day. Park at one museum and ride the free trolley to the others. Museums include the...
