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Elgin Public Museum
225 Grand Blvd., ElginBuilt in 1907, the museum offers exhibits and educational programs with natural history and cultural themes.
Elk Grove Historical Museum
399 Biesterfield Road, Elk Grove VillageThe Elk Grove Historical Museum provides an educational opportunity for all ages interested in rural life in the nineteenth century and the history...
Frederick C. Robie House
The Wright 3 mystery tour of the Robie House is led by Junior Interpreters, specially trained 5th-10th graders. The tour allows kids and their families...
Graue Mill and Museum
Step back in time and explore four floors of amazing exhibits and learn about pioneer life on the Illinois prairie and the Underground Railroad. ...
Grosse Point Lighthouse
This light used to tell sailors that they had reached Chicago. Grounds are open but the lighthouse is closed until June. It is not stroller-friendly...
Historic Pullman Foundation Visitor Center
11141 S. Cottage Grove Ave., ChicagoIf your kids love BRIO, explore Pullman, Chicago's former railroad district. The visitor's center houses historic artifacts and memorabilia from train...
Historical Society of Oak Park and River Forest
217 Home Ave. , Oak ParkFocused on Oak Park and River Forest History, some exhibits may interest kids. The Children's Room is furnished with "hands-on" toys and gizmos...
Jane Addams Hull-House Museum
The University of Illinois at Chicago, ChicagoThis museum offers both self-guided and guided tours. Visitors will find expanded exhibits on the life of Jane Addams and other Settlement residents,...
Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center
9603 Woods Drive, SkokieExplore engaging games, multimedia, and interactive exhibits in Make a Difference. The Miller Family Youth Exhibition is where children ages 8 and...
Comments (2) Isle a la Cache Museum
501 E. 135th St. (Romeo Road), RomeovilleExplore exhibits of the French fur trade. Find out about a voyager's day on the river; examine a real birch bark canoe; see the trade items of...
