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DuPage County Historical Museum - Wheaton

102 E. Wesley, Wheaton, IL 60187

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Enjoy DuPage County's rich history from the 1830s to the present. The Museum exhibits feature hundreds of historic artifacts and photos along with many fun hands-on activities.

You'll find something for toddlers to seniors, and everyone in between. Housed in an 1891 Richardsonian Romanesque building, the museum highlights 150 years of DuPage County history with participatory activities, changing exhibits and extensive model railroad display.

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  • Mon: 8:30am – 4:30pm
  • Tue: 8:30am – 4:30pm
  • Wed: 8:30am – 4:30pm
  • Thu: 8:30am – 4:30pm
  • Fri: 8:30am – 4:30pm
  • Sat: 12:00pm – 4:00pm
  • Sun: 12:00pm – 4:00pm

Admission to the DuPage County Historical Museum is free. A suggested donation amount for adults is $4 and $2 for children and students.

Guided tours can be arranged for groups of as small as 2 and as large as 30, with a fee of $2.00 per person. Reservations must be made at least seven days in advance and are available during the Museum's normal operating hours.

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