Museums
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Resort cabin in McHenry County gets second life as historic structureJul 10, 2022 11:00 pm - The public is invited to join the McHenry County Historical Society for the plaquing of a unique structure: the restored Cabin No. 8 at Pink Harrison's Resort on the sho...
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Thousands of visitors check out 'Wizard of Oz' collection now on display at Gail BordenJul 08, 2022 11:00 pm - This summer's "Wizard of Oz" educational exhibit is bringing thousands of people through the doors of Gail Borden Public Library in downtown Elgin. The exhibit guest boo...
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Naper Nights continues July 15-16 with tributes to '90s bandsJul 07, 2022 11:00 pm - On July 15-16, the Naper Nights Community Concert Series at Naper Settlement continues this month with tribute acts performing the hits of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Pea...
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Giant octopus rises up from Cantigny Park's 'Alebrijes: Creatures of a Dream World' exhibitJul 06, 2022 11:00 pm - Rising 15 feet from its grassy nest, with eight long tentacles ablaze in color, a spectacular octopus sculpture is the final creation and crowning achievement of "Alebri...
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Date With History explores 'Patriots From the Barrio'Jun 28, 2022 11:00 pm - The First Division Museum at Cantigny Park continues its acclaimed "Date with History" series with author Dave Gutierrez at 7 p.m. Thursday, July 7. He will discuss his ...
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Celebrate Fourth of July at Aurora's Tanner House MuseumJun 28, 2022 11:00 pm - Aurorans can participate in old-fashioned Independence Day fun on Monday, July 4, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Tanner House Museum, 304 Oak Ave, in Aurora's historic Ta...
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Two exhibits honoring veterans at First Division MuseumJun 28, 2022 11:00 pm - This summer, stop by the First Division Museum at Cantigny Park for two new exhibits: "Panel 44: Eight Days in March," a traveling exhibit commemorating the 40th annive...
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Elmhurst History Museum's latest exhibit takes on Chicago's famous specialtiesJun 22, 2022 11:00 pm - Does ketchup ever belong on a hot dog? Is real pizza cut in squares or triangles? And is Italian beef meant to be consumed soaking wet or dry? These confounding conundr...
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Festivals June 17-23: Ribfest, Scottish Fest, Libertyville Days are backJun 14, 2022 11:00 pm - Friday, June 17 Windy City Cluster Dog Show: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday through Sunday, June 17-19, at the Lake County Fairgrounds, 1060 E. Peterson Road, Grayslake. P...
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Naper Settlement kicks off annual Naper Nights concert series June 17-18Jun 09, 2022 11:00 pm - Naper Settlement's annual Naper Nights Community Concert Series kicks off its 2022 season with local and national tribute acts performing the hits of Prince, Bob Marley ...