Museum
The Downers Grove Park District Museum Preserving History’s Future!
Experience your heritage at the Downers Grove Park District Museum. Take a glimpse back into a past which nostalgia has gently etched in our memories. Exercise your mind and expand your knowledge of the community around you. Through varied exhibitions and programs, you’ll discover your Museum and the history of your village.
The Downers Grove Park District Museum Location:
Wandschneider Park 831 Maple Avenue Downers Grove, IL 60515
Phone: Fax:
Office &
630.963.1309 630.963.0496
8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Research Hours: Monday through Friday Public Tours: Group Tours: Admission:
1:00 to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday By appointment only, Monday through Friday Free - Donations accepted
Contact the Museum for more information or to book special programs.
Program Ideas and Instructors Wanted!
Do you have an idea for a new program or family event? Do you have a special talent that you would like to share with others? Are you willing to lead an existing program? If you said “yes” to any of these questions, require additional information, or would like to book special programs, please contact the Museum.
Docents Wanted
The Museum is actively seeking new docents to join its crew! Become an integral component in preserving history’s future! Docents lead group tours through the Museum. The hours are flexible and training is provided. A willingness to help keep history alive is the only requirement. Please contact the Museum for more information.
Summer Exhibits May - June 2013
In collaboration with the Downers Grove Artists Guild the Museum will host an art exhibition in the Museum Annex Building themed Creating Colors.
July - December 2013 The History of Downers Grove from A - Z
The Downers Grove A to Z taps into the Spirit of Downers Grover letter by letter – “A” for Armed Forces, “Z” for Zephyr, and every letter in between. Discover the history of Downers Grove people, places, and events in this entertaining exhibit.
Birthday Parties
Have a Historic Birthday at the Museum! Celebrate your birthday with historic games and fun before opening your presents and enjoying your cake in the Museum’s program room or outside in Wandschneider Park. Programs are customized for your child’s interests and age. Kids love the hands-on programs and activities on their big day. Call the Museum to book your birthday party today!
Each 2-hour birthday party at the Museum includes:
• 45- to 60-minute historic game program led by Museum Staff • Use of Museum’s program room or outside area in Wandschneider Park • Use of dishes • Time for opening gifts and eating cake
Parties must be booked at least two weeks in advance. Participants provide their own refreshments.
Fees: $90/party (max. 10 children) $5 each additional child (up to 10 total)
70 Summer 2013
dgparks.org • 630.963.1300 Museum Outreach Programs
Let the Museum bring history to you! Learn about genealogy, preserving your family heirlooms and the Museum profession. Explore your community’s history and hone your inner historian while enjoying one of our entertaining and educational programs. Programs can be tailored to your group’s interests and age level and includes a hands-on component.
Scout & Youth Group Programs - Embark Upon an Unforgettable Historical Adventure!
The Museum offers a variety of hands-on, educational programs for scouts and organized youth groups. Sharpen your thinking skills and explore your community’s past with a fun group activity. Topics include maps of Downers Grove, historic architecture, cemetery walks and Victorian manners and games. Programs can be tailored for your group’s age level and specific interests. Programs may fulfill some Scout Badge requirements.
Summer Camps
Experience American History throughout your summer! Choose one or more museum camps to satisfy your historical interests. Create your own schedule—daily and weekly fees are available for most camps. Sign up for three weekly history camps and receive a complimentary historic memento. Please refer to the Summer Camp Guide at
dgparks.org for more information. Registration is required at Lincoln Center, the Recreation Center or online at
dgparks.org.
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