Graue Mill and Museum 3800 York Road Oak Brook, IL 60523 630-655-2090
www.grauemill.org
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Graue Mill is the only operating waterwheel gristmill in Illinois. Daily spin- ning, weaving and milling demonstrations, artifacts displayed in period room settings and an Underground Railroad Exhibit.
Illinois Aviation Museum at Bolingbrook 130 S. Clow International Parkway Bolingbrook, IL 60490 630-771-1937
www.illinoisaviationmuseum.org
Providing the nation with access to the rich history of aviation in Illinois, the Illinois Aviation Museum at Bolingbrook focuses on technology, research, education and community service. Numerous activities and programs are available to the public.
Mayslake Peabody Estate 1717 W. 31st Street Oak Brook, IL 60523 630-850-2363
www.mayslakepeabody.com Tour Mayslake Hall, a Tudor Revival style mansion, once owned by coal baron F.S. Peabody. Witness restoration in progress at this nationally registered historic building by renowned architect B. Marshall. Available for weddings, receptions, and meetings.
Naper Settlement-Outdoor History Museum 523 S. Webster Street Naperville, IL 60540 630-420-6010
www.napersettlement.museum
History comes to life at Naper Settlement, a 12-acre museum village with 30 historic structures, including a Victorian mansion, fort, chapel, one-room schoolhouse and working blacksmith and print shops. Accredited by the American Association of Museums.
Sheldon Peck Homestead 355 E. Parkside Avenue Lombard, IL 60148 630-629-1885
www.lombardhistory.org
This 1840s farmhouse now houses reproductions of Sheldon Peck’s folk paintings, exhibits on the fi rst school and Under- ground Railroad, as well as farming and pioneer life. Free admis- sion. Group tours welcome seven days a week with reservation.
Victorian Cottage Museum 23 W. Maple Street Lombard, IL 60148 630-629-1885
www.lombardhistory.org This Victorian home features rooms furnished with artifacts exemplifying the lifestyle of the emerging middle-class during the 1870s. Group tours welcome seven days a week with advanced reservations. Walk-in hours Wednesdays & Sundays. Free admission.
West Chicago City Museum 132 Main Street West Chicago, IL 60185 630-231-3376
www.westchicago.org Explore West Chicago’s railroad history at “All Aboard,” an exhibit depicting early train depots and their role as community communication centers. Exhibit galleries are open Tuesday- Friday, 10:30 am to 3:30 pm, and Saturday, Noon to 3 pm. Free admission.
William L. Gregg House Museum 117 S. Linden Avenue Westmont, IL 60559 630-960-3392
www.wpd4fun.org 1872 Victorian home and museum built by brick maker displays collections typical of the 1920s through 1940s in authentic lifestyle settings. Open Wednesday and Sunday. Free admission.
MOVIE THEATRES
Gold Class Cinemas 619 E. Boughton Road Bolingbrook, IL 60440 630-378-8034
www.goldclasscinemas.com
IPic Theaters has a passion for movies and provides you with the ultimate escape. A premium and affordable movie-going experience, there is something for everyone. Enjoy fresh seasonal cocktails at Salt Sports Bar, full menu selection, billiards and more.
Tivoli Theatre 5021 Highland Avenue Downers Grove, IL 60515 630-968-0219
www.classiccinemas.com
Current movies at bargain prices in a beautifully restored French Renaissance 1920s movie theater. Over 1,000 seats and Dolby Sound. Wurlitzer pipe organ player Friday and Saturday nights.
York Theatre 150 N. York Road Elmhurst, IL 60126 630-834-0675
www.classiccinemas.com Enjoy fi rst-run fi lms in a renovated 1924 Spanish-style movie theater with nine auditoriums all equipped with Dolby Digital Sound. Six of the auditoriums now have new stadium seating. All-new party/meeting room can accommodate up to 40 people.
NATURE & WILDLIFE
Brookfi eld Zoo/Chicago Zoological Society 3300 Golf Road Brookfi eld, IL 60513 708-688-8000
www.czs.org
One of the country’s largest zoos houses more than 2,800 animals representing 425 different species-many living in award-winning indoor immersion exhibits. Great location for corporate meetings, private parties, benefi ts and more!
Cantigny Park 1S151 Winfi eld Road Wheaton, IL 60189 630-668-5161
www.cantigny.org
This 500-acre park offers vast formal gardens, picnic grounds, a top-ranked public golf course and two museums: Robert R. McCormick Museum and Cantigny First Division Museum. Enjoy a wide variety of programs and events throughout the year.
Cosley Zoo 1356 N. Gary Avenue Wheaton, IL 60187 630-665-5534
www.cosleyzoo.org
The zoo exhibits native Illinois wildlife and domestic farm animals; open year-round; tree-shaded picnic area; seasonal concessions; exclusive use facility rentals; private party room; “Zoo to You” outreach program, birthday and group packages available.
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