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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T190000
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SUMMARY:2/25:  Hidden Messages in Negro Spirituals on the Underground Railroad
DESCRIPTION:Hidden Messages in Negro Spirituals on the Underground RailroadWednesday\, February 25 | 7-8P | Museum Auditorium | FREELearn the connections of Negro Spirituals that signaled and aided freedom seekers as they headed to Canada. \nPowerful\, sacred songs that derived from the heart of the antebellum enslaved Africans were melodic outflowing of religious expression\, passion\, and the hope to be free. Negro spirituals\, as originated in America\, tell of sorrow\, trials and tribulations\, secrecy and hiding\, and hope for a sense of community. \nJoin Connie as she explains the connections of plantation songs\, or Negro Spirituals with meanings and interpretations of lyrics of some songs used in regions of the South that signaled a multiple of signs and tips that aided freedom seekers as they headed to Canada. \nRegister Now
URL:https://dupagemuseum.org/events/2-25-hidden-messages-in-negro-spirituals-on-the-underground-railroad/
LOCATION:DuPage County Historical Museum Auditorium\, 102 E Wesley St\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187\, United States
CATEGORIES:DuPage County Historical Museum,Featured,Free
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260207
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260209
DTSTAMP:20260410T053341
CREATED:20251103T215634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T223130Z
UID:3556-1770422400-1770595199@dupagemuseum.org
SUMMARY:2/7-2/8: Victorian Valentines
DESCRIPTION:Victorian ValentinesSaturday\, February 7 & Sunday\, February 8 | 1-3P | Auditorium | FREE EVENTCreate your own Victorian-style valentines in this fun afternoon workshop. Valentines of the Victorian era were treasured keepsakes\, incorporating feathers\, beads\, and bits of fabric. Suggested donation of $3/participant. \nRegister now using the links below:\nSaturday\, February 7\nSunday\, February 8
URL:https://dupagemuseum.org/events/2-7-victorian-valentines/
LOCATION:DuPage County Historical Museum Auditorium\, 102 E Wesley St\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187\, United States
CATEGORIES:craft workshop,DuPage County Historical Museum,Family-friendly,Featured,Free,Valentine's Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T053341
CREATED:20250513T152718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T152718Z
UID:3472-1762455600-1762459200@dupagemuseum.org
SUMMARY:11/6: Cold War Foodways: From Bunkers to Space
DESCRIPTION:Cold War Foodways: From Bunker to SpaceThursday\, November 6 | 7P | Museum Auditorium | All Ages | FREEFood historians Bruce Kraig and Cynthia Clampitt of the Culinary Historians of Northern Illinois discuss how the Cold War changed foodways in the United States and the world. The fear of nuclear attack and the belief that an abundance of food would help win the war coupled with the race to space impacted food and thereby every aspect of American lives. \nGet TicketsThis event is a partner event with the Culinary Historians of Northern Illinois. \n \nSupport for this event provided by Arts DuPage and the History DuPage Fund of the DuPage Foundation.
URL:https://dupagemuseum.org/events/11-6-cold-war-foodways-from-bunkers-to-space/
LOCATION:DuPage County Historical Museum Auditorium\, 102 E Wesley St\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T150000
DTSTAMP:20260410T053341
CREATED:20250410T160003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T143950Z
UID:3447-1761397200-1761404400@dupagemuseum.org
SUMMARY:10/25: DIY Creative Crafting: Comic Heroes from the Cold War
DESCRIPTION:DIY Creative Crafting: Comic Heroes from the Cold WarOctober 25 | 1-3P | Museum Auditorium | FREEDid you know that many comic book heroes and villains were inspired by the tensions of the Cold War? Where would the comic world be without Iron Man\, symbolizing the arms race\, and Bruce Banner’s transformation into the Hulk because of nuclear experimentation? Stop by the Museum for this drop in event to create some crafts of your favorite comic book heroes\, and villains too! \nRegisterSupport for this event provided by Arts DuPage and the History DuPage Fund of the DuPage Foundation
URL:https://dupagemuseum.org/events/10-25-comic-heroes-from-the-cold-war-craft-workshop/
LOCATION:DuPage County Historical Museum Auditorium\, 102 E Wesley St\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Craft,craft workshop,Featured,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T150000
DTSTAMP:20260410T053341
CREATED:20250430T205550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T155852Z
UID:3462-1760792400-1760799600@dupagemuseum.org
SUMMARY:10/18: Leslie Goddard's Lucille Ball & DCHS's Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Leslie Goddard’s Lucille Ball & DCHS’s Annual MeetingSaturday\, October 18 | 1-3P | Museum Auditorium | FREEJoin the DuPage County Historical Society for their annual meeting and enjoy Leslie Goddard’s portrayal of how Lucille Ball captured the hearts of television audiences across the nation in the 1950s. But what does it mean when a TV star’s onscreen legend clashes with her offscreen reality? This historical portrayal pays tribute to both the comic legend and the real woman behind the myth. \nRegister
URL:https://dupagemuseum.org/events/10-18-leslie-goddards-lucille-ball-dchss-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:DuPage County Historical Museum\, 102 E. Wesley St.\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187
CATEGORIES:Featured,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T053341
CREATED:20250410T140107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T143321Z
UID:3445-1760641200-1760644800@dupagemuseum.org
SUMMARY:10/16: Songs of Vietnam
DESCRIPTION:Songs of VietnamOctober 16 | 7-8P | Museum Auditorium | FREEJoin the History Singers as they discuss music in support of\, and in opposition to\, the Vietnam War. This music was heard on the radio\, at protest rallies\, and in Vietnam where American soldiers accessed music as their own version of protest. We hope this program will help to bring healing and closure for our soldiers and bring that period to life alive for those too young to remember it. \nRegisterSupport for this event provided by Arts DuPage and the History DuPage Fund of the DuPage Foundation
URL:https://dupagemuseum.org/events/10-16-songs-of-vietnam/
LOCATION:DuPage County Historical Museum Auditorium\, 102 E Wesley St\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251002T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251002T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T053341
CREATED:20250410T151549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T181252Z
UID:3443-1759431600-1759435200@dupagemuseum.org
SUMMARY:10/2: We Were There Too: Women in Vietnam
DESCRIPTION:We Were There Too: Women in VietnamOctober 2 | 7-8P | Museum Auditorium | FREEHistorian Jessica Waszak presents on the approximately 11\,000 military women were stationed in Vietnam. In addition to military women\, an unknown number of civilian women served in Vietnam as members of the International Red Cross\, United Service Organization (USO)\, and other humanitarian organizations. Ninety percent of these women were nurses\, serving dangerously close to the front lines\, and many others filled critical supporting roles\, but all of them were volunteers. \nRegisterSupport for this event provided by Arts DuPage and the History DuPage Fund of the DuPage Foundation
URL:https://dupagemuseum.org/events/10-2-we-were-there-too-women-in-vietnam/
LOCATION:DuPage County Historical Museum Auditorium\, 102 E Wesley St\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T053341
CREATED:20250430T202852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T202852Z
UID:3460-1758826800-1758830400@dupagemuseum.org
SUMMARY:9/25: Apollo 11: One Giant Leap\, a Series of Firsts
DESCRIPTION:Apollo 11: One Giant Leap\, a Series of FirstsThursday\, September 25 | 7-8P | Museum Auditorium | FREEOn July 20\, 1969\, man first landed on the moon. Hear astronaut Neil Armstrong\, played by Terry Lynch of History Presents\, recount the lead up to the first moon landing\, as well as the other “series of firsts: associated with that historic mission including the first color TV transmission from Earth and the first time a customs report was filled out from another planet! \nRegisterSupport for this event provided by Arts DuPage and the History DuPage Fund of the DuPage Foundation.
URL:https://dupagemuseum.org/events/9-25-apollo-11-one-giant-leap-a-series-of-firsts/
LOCATION:DuPage County Historical Museum\, 102 E. Wesley St.\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187
CATEGORIES:Featured,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T053341
CREATED:20250409T205618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T144655Z
UID:3441-1758373200-1758376800@dupagemuseum.org
SUMMARY:9/20: The Making of I Love Lucy
DESCRIPTION:The Making of I Love LucySeptember 20 | 1-2P | Museum Auditorium | FREETodd Hunt\, a nostalgic humorist and Lucille Ball historian\, takes you back to the golden age of television\, using slides\, audio and video clips\, to reveal how this classic show was created. Discover how it grew out of Lucy’s radio program\, “My Favorite Husband.” Trace the arrival of Desi Arnaz from Cuba with no money and his rise to the head of Desilu Productions. Learn how Lucy was accused of being a communist and how FBI head J. Edgar Hoover assured America she was not. \nWe’ll also delve into the life stories of Lucy\, Desi and cast members Vivian Vance and William Frawley (who were not the original choices for Ethel and Fred Mertz). Remember the candy factory? Stomping grapes? Vitameatavegamin? These episodes all have fascinating back stories. \nRegisterSupport for this event provided by Arts DuPage and the History DuPage Fund of the DuPage Foundation
URL:https://dupagemuseum.org/events/9-20-the-making-of-i-love-lucy/
LOCATION:DuPage County Historical Museum Auditorium\, 102 E Wesley St\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250917T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250917T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T053341
CREATED:20250509T173353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T162031Z
UID:3469-1758135600-1758139200@dupagemuseum.org
SUMMARY:9/17: The Wide World of Passports
DESCRIPTION:The Wide World of PassportsWednesday\, September 17 | 7P | Museum Auditorium | All Ages | FREEPresented by Debra Dudek\, discover how international passports can unlock hidden chapters of your family’s history in The Wide World of Passports with Debra Dudek! Look beyond passports issued by the United States government. In this lecture\, we’ll examine an array of passports from different countries and time periods\, and how to incorporate this information into your genealogical research. Be prepared to dig through online and traditional archives to break through your toughest brick walls—and gain new tools for tracing elusive ancestors across borders and generations. \nRegister here
URL:https://dupagemuseum.org/events/9-17-the-wide-world-of-passports/
LOCATION:DuPage County Historical Museum Auditorium\, 102 E Wesley St\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T150000
DTSTAMP:20260410T053341
CREATED:20250409T200808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T143604Z
UID:3438-1757768400-1757775600@dupagemuseum.org
SUMMARY:9/13: DIY Creative Crafting: Scrimshaw and Shrinky Dink
DESCRIPTION:DIY Creative Crafting: Scrimshaw and Shrinky DinkSeptember 13 | 1-3P | Museum Auditorium | FREECelebrate the opening of Cabinet of Curiosities with this drop in family craft! Try the centuries old curiosity of scrimshaw by carving into candles. Or try a new curiosity of shrinking plastic art through Shrinky Dink. Developed in the 18th century\, scrimshaw was carving into whalebone on ships to pass the time. Shrinky Dink was invented in the 1970s to create beautiful plastic artwork that shrinks when heated. \nRegisterSupport for this event provided by Arts DuPage and the History DuPage Fund of the DuPage Foundation
URL:https://dupagemuseum.org/events/9-13-scrimshaw-and-shrinky-dink-family-craft-workshop/
LOCATION:DuPage County Historical Museum Auditorium\, 102 E Wesley St\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Craft,craft workshop,Featured,Free
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dupagemuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Scrimshaw.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T053342
CREATED:20250509T153158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T172310Z
UID:3467-1757530800-1757534400@dupagemuseum.org
SUMMARY:9/10: Cold War and Berlin Wall Memories
DESCRIPTION:Cold War and Berlin Wall MemoriesWednesday\, September 10 | 7P | Museum Auditorium | All Ages | FREEU.S. Army Major (Ret.) Steve Fixler will explain how the U.S. Army in Europe deterred the Warsaw Pact from any aggression and how we patrolled the West German – East German/Czechoslovakia border and the Wall in West Berlin\, West Germany. \nRegisterSupport for this event provided by Arts DuPage and the History DuPage Fund of the DuPage Foundation.
URL:https://dupagemuseum.org/events/9-10-cold-war-and-berlin-wall-memories/
LOCATION:DuPage County Historical Museum Auditorium\, 102 E Wesley St\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250816T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250816T150000
DTSTAMP:20260410T053342
CREATED:20250409T155817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T135547Z
UID:3436-1755349200-1755356400@dupagemuseum.org
SUMMARY:8/16: Discover Weaving: A Family Craft Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Discover Weaving: A Family Craft WorkshopAugust 16 | 1-3P | Museum Auditorium | FREEUsing a simple cardboard loom\, learn to weave beautiful objects. Create a doll blanket\, potholder or other small project at this drop by event. \nRegisterSupport for this event provided by Arts DuPage and the History DuPage Fund of the DuPage Foundation
URL:https://dupagemuseum.org/events/8-16-discover-weaving-family-craft-workshop/
LOCATION:DuPage County Historical Museum Auditorium\, 102 E Wesley St\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Craft,craft workshop,Featured,Free
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dupagemuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Discover-Weaving.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250719T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250719T150000
DTSTAMP:20260410T053342
CREATED:20250409T152200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T205231Z
UID:3435-1752930000-1752937200@dupagemuseum.org
SUMMARY:7/19: Victorian Crafts
DESCRIPTION:Victorian CraftsJuly 19 | 1-3P | Museum Auditorium | FREECreate your own Victorian-style crafts. Children around the world have created and played with paper dolls for more than 1\,000 years\, be part of the tradition. \nRegister
URL:https://dupagemuseum.org/events/7-19-victorian-crafts/
LOCATION:DuPage County Historical Museum Auditorium\, 102 E Wesley St\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Craft,craft workshop,Featured,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241116T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241116T153000
DTSTAMP:20260410T053342
CREATED:20240702T193101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T153004Z
UID:3256-1731763800-1731771000@dupagemuseum.org
SUMMARY:11/16 - Walking the Tracks with DPSME
DESCRIPTION:Walking the Tracks with DPSMESaturday\, November 16 | 1:30P-3:30P | All Ages | FREE EVENT\nWalk the (model) tracks with our own DuPage Society of Model Engineers (DPSME). Discuss their history and the history of the hobby during National Model Railroad Month. Ask all your questions while enjoying some refreshments. DPSME can also answer questions on joining their club. \nFor more information\, call 630-510-4941. \nRESERVE YOUR SPOT
URL:https://dupagemuseum.org/events/walking-the-tracks-with-dpsme/
LOCATION:DuPage County Historical Museum\, 102 E. Wesley St.\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187
CATEGORIES:DuPage County Historical Museum,Educational,Featured,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241114T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241114T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T053342
CREATED:20240514T143252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T152949Z
UID:3222-1731610800-1731614400@dupagemuseum.org
SUMMARY:11/14 - Iconic DuPage Diners and Hangouts
DESCRIPTION:Iconic DuPage Diners and Hangouts Thursday\, November 14 | 7P | All Ages | FREE Event  \nReminisce about yesteryear when local diners and hangouts like Cock Robin\, Scooby’s\, and Al’s Pizza were the place to be. After hearing from Culinary Historian Bruce Kraig\, speakers from Scooby’s and Al’s Pizza representatives\, and the family that owned Cock Robin will share their stories and memories. This event will be in-person and be offered on Zoom. Registration required for Zoom attendance\, walk ins welcome for in-person.  \nThis event is in partnership with the Culinary Historians of Northern Illinois.  \nSupport provided by DuPage Foundation.  \nGet Tickets Here
URL:https://dupagemuseum.org/events/iconic-dupage-diners-and-hangouts/
LOCATION:DuPage County Historical Museum\, 102 E. Wesley St.\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187
CATEGORIES:Downtown Wheaton,DuPage County Historical Museum,Educational,Family-friendly,Featured,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241026T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241026T143000
DTSTAMP:20260410T053342
CREATED:20240514T143406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T152811Z
UID:3220-1729947600-1729953000@dupagemuseum.org
SUMMARY:10/26 - Leslie Goddard’s Amelia Earhart and DuPage County Historical Society Centennial Awards
DESCRIPTION:Leslie Goddard’s Amelia Earhart and DuPage County Historical Society Centennial Awards Saturday\, October 26 | 1P | All Ages | FREE EVENT  \nJoin the DuPage County Historical Society as they honor historical organizations who have celebrated 100 years in operation while they also celebrate their 95th anniversary. At 1:15P\, visit with Leslie Goddard’s Amelia Earhart. It is 1937 and Amelia Earhart is already internationally renowned for such achievements as being the first woman to cross the Atlantic Ocean in an airplane (1928) and the first woman to pilot herself across the Atlantic by plane (1932). Now she is attempting a flight around the world.  \nSupport provided by DuPage Foundation.  \nGet Tickets Here
URL:https://dupagemuseum.org/events/leslie-goddards-amelia-earhart-and-dupage-county-historical-society-centennial-awards/
LOCATION:DuPage County Historical Museum\, 102 E. Wesley St.\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187
CATEGORIES:Downtown Wheaton,DuPage County Historical Museum,Educational,Family-friendly,Featured,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241019T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241019T150000
DTSTAMP:20260410T053342
CREATED:20240702T192532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T152741Z
UID:3255-1729342800-1729350000@dupagemuseum.org
SUMMARY:10/19 - Craft Workshop: High School Memories
DESCRIPTION:Craft Workshop: High School MemoriesSaturday\, October 19 | 1P-3P | All Ages | FREE EVENT\nDecorate a homemade graduation cap and create a tassel or cords. While you are here\, draw doodles from high schoolers throughout the years. \nFor more information\, call 630-510-4941. \nRESERVE YOUR SPOT
URL:https://dupagemuseum.org/events/craft-workshop-high-school-memories/
LOCATION:DuPage County Historical Museum\, 102 E. Wesley St.\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187
CATEGORIES:craft workshop,DuPage County Historical Museum,Educational,Featured,Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241012T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241012T143000
DTSTAMP:20260410T053342
CREATED:20240514T152013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T152700Z
UID:3217-1728738000-1728743400@dupagemuseum.org
SUMMARY:10/12 - Mudslinging\, Muckraking\, and Apple Pie: Presidential Campaigns\, the Great American Pastime
DESCRIPTION:Mudslinging\, Muckraking\, and Apple Pie: Presidential Campaigns\, the Great American PastimeSaturday\, October 12 | 1P | Ages 12 and up \nAre you tired of the current political climate? Believe it or not\, political campaigns have been even more cutthroat in the past. Join this program to learn about the mudslinging and muckraking tactics used in historical elections such as the Jefferson v. Adams campaign of 1800\, the Jackson v. Adams of 1828\, and the Lincoln v. Douglas of 1860. We’ll also delve into Teddy Roosevelt’s decision to start his own political party in the 1912 campaign. This is perfect for election year or studying the history of elections.  \nSupport provided by DuPage Foundation.  \nGet Tickets Here
URL:https://dupagemuseum.org/events/mudslinging-muckraking-and-apple-pie-presidential-campaigns-the-great-american-pastime/
LOCATION:DuPage County Historical Museum\, 102 E. Wesley St.\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187
CATEGORIES:Downtown Wheaton,DuPage County Historical Museum,Educational,Family-friendly,Featured,Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241008T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241008T203000
DTSTAMP:20260410T053342
CREATED:20240514T151853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T152634Z
UID:3215-1728414000-1728419400@dupagemuseum.org
SUMMARY:10/8 - America’s First Ladies: The Best\, the Worst\, and the Strangely Forgotten
DESCRIPTION:America’s First Ladies: The Best\, the Worst\, and the Strangely Forgotten Tuesday\, October 8 | 7P | All Ages  \nThe role of First Lady comes with no job description\, no pay\, and no written requirements. Yet America’s presidential spouses have wielded great influence and have always been subject to intense public scrutiny. In this fascinating illustrated lecture\, historian Leslie Goddard\, Ph.D.\, explores which First Ladies have rated highest and lowest or most in between with historians. Who do you think was best or worst? Why were some so vilified? And what might the future hold for the role of American First Lady?  \nSupport provided by DuPage Foundation.  \nGet Tickets Here
URL:https://dupagemuseum.org/events/americas-first-ladies-the-best-the-worst-and-the-strangely-forgotten/
LOCATION:DuPage County Historical Museum\, 102 E. Wesley St.\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187
CATEGORIES:Downtown Wheaton,DuPage County Historical Museum,Educational,Family-friendly,Featured,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240921T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240921T143000
DTSTAMP:20260410T053342
CREATED:20240514T142412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T152606Z
UID:3213-1726923600-1726929000@dupagemuseum.org
SUMMARY:9/21 - Barbie: The History of America’s Most Famous Doll
DESCRIPTION:Barbie: The History of America’s Most Famous Doll Saturday\, September 21 | 1P | All Ages  \nFor more than sixty years\, Barbie has been played with\, analyzed\, collected\, criticized\, and loved. In this illustrated lecture\, historian Leslie Goddard delves into the history of Barbie. Learn the inspiration behind Mattel’s 1959 Barbie\, how Barbie helped make Mattel one of the world’s most successful toy companies\, and what Barbie’s impact has been on American culture.  \nSupport provided by DuPage Foundation. \nGet Tickets Here
URL:https://dupagemuseum.org/events/barbie-the-history-of-americas-most-famous-doll/
LOCATION:DuPage County Historical Museum\, 102 E. Wesley St.\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187
CATEGORIES:Downtown Wheaton,DuPage County Historical Museum,Educational,Family-friendly,Featured,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240918T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240918T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T053342
CREATED:20240702T191952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T152541Z
UID:3254-1726686000-1726689600@dupagemuseum.org
SUMMARY:9/18 - Using Maps in Genealogical Research
DESCRIPTION:Using Maps in Genealogical ResearchWednesday\, September 18 | 7P | All Ages | FREE EVENT\nJoin DuPage County Genealogical Society for their annual meeting with speaker Jeffrey Bockman\, who will give an overview of physical and online maps including historical atlases\, state and county\, plat (land ownership)\, inside details on Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps\, along with panoramic\, migration\, topographical\, and others. Participants will learn how to use maps with other records and using them to find other records. \nTo register\, visit dcgs.org. Registration opens in August. \nFor more information\, call 630-510-4941.
URL:https://dupagemuseum.org/events/using-maps-in-genealogical-research/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:DuPage County Historical Museum,Educational,Featured,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240914T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240914T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T053342
CREATED:20240508T155840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T152501Z
UID:3209-1726318800-1726322400@dupagemuseum.org
SUMMARY:9/14 - Three Frenchmen & A Goat: The DeMoulin Bros. Story
DESCRIPTION:Three Frenchmen & A Goat: The DeMoulin Bros. StorySaturday\, September 14 | 1P | All Ages | FREE EVENT  \nIllinois Humanities Road Scholar John Goldsmith presents the story of three enterprising young men who founded a fraternal supply company in 1892 that today is one of the biggest manufacturers of marching band uniforms. It’s an entertaining tale of trick chairs\, strength testers\, graduation caps and gowns\, and band uniforms.  \nThis event is presented as part of Illinois Humanities Road Scholars Bureau. Illinois Humanities is supported in part by the National Endowment for the Humanities: Democracy Demands Wisdom and the Illinois General Assembly [through the Illinois Arts Council Agency]\, as well as by contributions from individuals\, foundations\, and corporations. \nGet Tickets Here
URL:https://dupagemuseum.org/events/three-frenchmen-a-goat-the-demoulin-bros-story/
LOCATION:DuPage County Historical Museum\, 102 E. Wesley St.\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187
CATEGORIES:Downtown Wheaton,DuPage County Historical Museum,Educational,Family-friendly,Featured,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240907T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240907T150000
DTSTAMP:20260410T053342
CREATED:20240702T190956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T133137Z
UID:3253-1725714000-1725721200@dupagemuseum.org
SUMMARY:Craft Workshop: Paper Dolls
DESCRIPTION:Craft Workshop: Paper DollsSaturday\, September 7 | 1-P-3P | All Ages | FREE EVENT\nDiscover your creative side by creating your own paper dolls. Children around the world have created and played with paper dolls for more than 1\,000 years\, be part of the tradition. \nFor more information\, call 630-510-4941 \nRESERVE YOUR SPOT
URL:https://dupagemuseum.org/events/craft-workshop-paper-dolls/
LOCATION:DuPage County Historical Museum\, 102 E. Wesley St.\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187
CATEGORIES:craft workshop,DuPage County Historical Museum,Educational,Featured,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240321T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240321T194500
DTSTAMP:20260410T053342
CREATED:20240312T183509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240312T183509Z
UID:3164-1711044000-1711050300@dupagemuseum.org
SUMMARY:A Community Event: Celebrating Women’s History Month...
DESCRIPTION:A Community Event: “Celebrating Women’s History Month\, a Conversation about Inspiring and Empowering the Next Generation of Women”Thursday\, March 21 | 6P Networking\, 6:30P Panel | DuPage County Historical Museum (Map) | FREEThis event will focus on the evolution of generational growth within a family structure\, at work\, and in life for women. This is a conversation about advocating for ourselves and lifting as we climb. We will discuss what challenges the panelists have faced in the journey toward their goals\, what and who has inspired them along the way\, and what advice they have for those that come next. The night will be complete with a complimentary glass of wine or seltzer as well as an opportunity to browse goods from local shops. This event is co-hosted by DuPage Habitat for Humanity and League of Women Voters of Wheaton. Reserve your spot today! \nRegister for this FREE event
URL:https://dupagemuseum.org/events/a-community-event-celebrating-womens-history-month/
LOCATION:DuPage County Historical Museum\, 102 E. Wesley St.\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187
CATEGORIES:18 & Over,DuPage County Historical Museum,Featured,Free,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240316T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240316T150000
DTSTAMP:20260410T053342
CREATED:20231119T153327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T214540Z
UID:3030-1710594000-1710601200@dupagemuseum.org
SUMMARY:3/16 - Chicago World’s Fairs Family Craft Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Chicago World’s Fairs Family Craft WorkshopSaturday\, March 16 | 1P-3P | Ages 3 & up | Auditorium | FREE EVENTCraft beautiful paper quilt designs from the Columbian Exposition and Century of Progress fairs. Drop by to mix and match your favorite patterns. Free event\, suggested donation of $3/participant. \nRegister
URL:https://dupagemuseum.org/events/3-16-chicago-worlds-fairs-family-craft-workshop/
LOCATION:DuPage County Historical Museum\, 102 E. Wesley St.\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187
CATEGORIES:craft workshop,DuPage County Historical Museum,Family-friendly,Featured,Free,Registration Required
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dupagemuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/quilt.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240210T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240210T150000
DTSTAMP:20260410T053342
CREATED:20231119T151924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T214430Z
UID:3029-1707570000-1707577200@dupagemuseum.org
SUMMARY:2/10 - Victorian Valentines
DESCRIPTION:Victorian ValentinesSaturday\, February 10 | 1-3P | Ages 3 & up | Auditorium | FREE EVENTValentines of the Victorian era were treasured keepsakes\, incorporating feathers\, beads\, and bits of fabric. Create your own Victorian-style valentines in a fun\, afternoon workshop. Free event\, suggested donation of $3/participant. \nRegister
URL:https://dupagemuseum.org/events/2-10-victorian-valentines/
LOCATION:DuPage County Historical Museum\, 102 E. Wesley St.\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187
CATEGORIES:craft workshop,DuPage County Historical Museum,Family-friendly,Featured,Free,holiday,Registration Required,Valentine's Day
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dupagemuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Victorian-Valentine-craft.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240203T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240203T150000
DTSTAMP:20260410T053342
CREATED:20231119T151649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231119T151649Z
UID:3027-1706965200-1706972400@dupagemuseum.org
SUMMARY:2/3: Victorian Valentines
DESCRIPTION:Victorian ValentinesSaturday\, February 3 | 1-3P | Ages 3 & up | Auditorium | FREE EVENTValentines of the Victorian era were treasured keepsakes\, incorporating feathers\, beads\, and bits of fabric. Create your own Victorian-style valentines in a fun\, afternoon workshop. Free event\, suggested donation of $3/participant. \nRegister
URL:https://dupagemuseum.org/events/2-3-victorian-valentines/
LOCATION:DuPage County Historical Museum\, 102 E. Wesley St.\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187
CATEGORIES:craft workshop,DuPage County Historical Museum,Family-friendly,Featured,Free,holiday,Registration Required,Valentine's Day
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dupagemuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Victorian-Valentine-craft.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231118T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231118T133000
DTSTAMP:20260410T053342
CREATED:20230801T220322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230801T220322Z
UID:2939-1700310600-1700314200@dupagemuseum.org
SUMMARY:11/18: How the Pioneer Zephyr and the CAE Came to Be
DESCRIPTION:How the Pioneer Zephyr and the CAE Came to BeSaturday\, November 18 | 12:30P | Museum Lower Level | Free EventDiscover the trains that changed the history of transportation in DuPage County in celebration of National Model Railroad Month including an explanation of the models that commemorate their history such as the CAE and the Pioneer Zephyr. Enjoy a craft for children. Light refreshments served. \nRegister
URL:https://dupagemuseum.org/events/11-18-how-the-pioneer-zephyr-and-the-cae-came-to-be/
LOCATION:DuPage County Historical Museum\, 102 E. Wesley St.\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187
CATEGORIES:DuPage County Historical Museum,Educational,Featured,Free
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dupagemuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/123.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231111T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231111T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T053342
CREATED:20230802T153632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T134455Z
UID:2951-1699707600-1699711200@dupagemuseum.org
SUMMARY:11/11: Second Annual Centennial Award Ceremony presented by the DuPage County Historical Society
DESCRIPTION:Second Annual Centennial Award Ceremony presented by the DuPage County Historical SocietyNovember 11 | 1P | Mary Lubko Center | FREE Event!The DuPage County Historical Society will be presenting its awards for organizations celebrating 100 years or more in DuPage County after its brief annual meeting. Join the Historical Society and the Museum for to celebrate these award recipients. \nRegister
URL:https://dupagemuseum.org/events/11-11-second-annual-centennial-award-ceremony-presented-by-the-dupage-county-historical-society/
LOCATION:Mary Lubko Center\, 208 W Union Ave.\, Wheaton\, 60187\, United States
CATEGORIES:DuPage County Historical Museum,Featured,Free
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