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Arlington Heights Historical Museum
110-112 W. Fremont St., Arlington HeightsThe five-building complex and their contents tell the story of Arlington Heights over the last 150 years. The Muller Victorian and 1908 Banta...
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) Joliet Area Historical Museum
204 N. Ottawa St., JolietStart your visit in the interactive Route 66 Experience exhibit and then tour the permanent exhibit, The Soaring Achievements of John C. Houbolt, to...
Events (1) McCormick Bridgehouse & Chicago River Museum
The McCormick Bridgehouse & Chicago River Museum celebrates Chicago's river and world-famous movable bridges by shining light on their significance...
Events (1) Mitchell Museum of the American Indian
A great place for families where you can touch snakeskin, caribou fur, birch bark, turquoise and buffalo skin or sit inside a small wigwam. At Kids...
Events (1) Discovery Center Museum
Kids can see what it's like to be a farmer, a news anchor or an athlete as they explore more than 250 exhibits at this science-themed museum. The expanded...
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Coupons (1)John G. Shedd Aquarium
Visitors can discover the dolphins and whales in the Oceanarium and get a view from below after watching the aquatic show. In the Polar Play Zone, kids...
Comments (2) Events (1) Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
This is a lovely way to introduce children to nature. The highlight for most children is the Judy Istock Butterfly Haven where butterflies from...
Events (1) Midwest Museum of Natural History
The MMNH has a zoology collection from Africa and North America, an urban wildlife observation center, Rotary Nature Theater, and the Discovery Den-a...
Events (1) Geneva History Center
113 S. Third St., GenevaLearn about the history of Geneva with interactive exhibits. Call in advance for guided tours.
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