Copyright/photo credit: Kmiecik Imagery Train Saturdays September 30 | 1:30-3:30P DuPage County Historical Museum 102 E. Wesley St., Wheaton The HO Gauge Model Train is operated by the DuPage Society of Model Engineers on the third and fifth Saturday of each month. The model features a detailed layout that covers 2,000 feet [...]
Enjoy a family-friendly evening in downtown Wheaton, complete with live entertainment, food, beer garden and children’s area.
Relics of the Chicago, Aurora, and Elgin Railway Saturday, October 7 | 1P | Community Center, Atten Rm. #222 | FREE Event! In this presentation, Brian and Joyce Ostberg (BeHistoric) will discuss what remains of the Chicago, Aurora and Elgin Railway, over its former right-of-way, which includes most of the present day Illinois Prairie [...]
When Trolleys Rode the Prairie Path Wednesday, October 11 | 7P | Community Center, Atten Rm. #222 | FREE Event! Come and “take a ride on the Great Third Rail” as noted historian Steve Hyett presents his multi-projector show about the electric interurban railroad affectionately known as “the Roarin’ Elgin.” Register [...]
Night at the Museum Friday, October 20 | 6-8P | DuPage County Historical Museum (102 E. Wesley St., Wheaton) There's more to explore after dark at the DuPage County Historical Museum. Join us for Night at the Museum, a family-friendly Halloween celebration hosted by the DuPage County Historical Museum Foundation. Come dressed [...]
DuPage Roots Book Signing and DCHS Annual Meeting Saturday, October 21 | 1P | DuPage County Historical Museum Auditorium | FREE Event! Celebrate the release of the new DuPage Roots: Then and Now by meeting some of the authors and editors of the book. Join the Museum’s longest partner DuPage County Historical [...]
Copyright/photo credit: Kmiecik Imagery Train Saturdays October 21 | 1:30-3:30P DuPage County Historical Museum 102 E. Wesley St., Wheaton The HO Gauge Model Train is operated by the DuPage Society of Model Engineers on the third and fifth Saturday of each month. The model features a detailed layout that covers 2,000 feet [...]
Tragedies and Accidents of the Chicago, Aurora and Elgin Railway Thursday, October 26 | 7P | Museum Auditorium | FREE Event! In this presentation Brian and Joyce Ostberg (BeHistoric) will investigate the many accidents and tragedies that befell railway workers, passengers, automobile drivers, and pedestrians over the decades--as they worked, lived their lives, and co-existed [...]
Holiday Card Craft To-Go Kit Pickup begins November 2 during normal business hours | Museum Front Desk | $15 per kit Create 15 handmade Victorian holiday greeting cards. Kit includes cards, envelopes, buttons, lace, ribbon and other fun supplies. Everything you need to create beautiful homemade holiday cards! Register
Second Annual Centennial Award Ceremony presented by the DuPage County Historical Society November 11 | 1P | DuPage County Historical Museum Auditorium | 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 [...]
How the Pioneer Zephyr and the CAE Came to Be Saturday, November 18 | 12:30P | Museum Lower Level | Free Event Discover 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 [...]
Copyright/photo credit: Kmiecik Imagery Train Saturdays November 18 | 1:30-3:30P DuPage County Historical Museum 102 E. Wesley St., Wheaton The HO Gauge Model Train is operated by the DuPage Society of Model Engineers on the third and fifth Saturday of each month. The model features a detailed layout that covers 2,000 feet [...]
Santa Express Friday, December 8 | 9:45A Saturday, December 9 | 9:15A & 11:15A Sunday, December 10 | 9:15A & 11:15A Cost for the event is $22/person. Everyone needs a ticket unless under 1 year old. Join Kidz Kingdom and the DuPage County Historical Museum for a special train ride departing from Wheaton [...]
Copyright/photo credit: Kmiecik Imagery Train Saturdays December 16 | 1:30-3:30P DuPage County Historical Museum 102 E. Wesley St., Wheaton The HO Gauge Model Train is operated by the DuPage Society of Model Engineers on the third and fifth Saturday of each month. The model features a detailed layout that covers 2,000 feet [...]
Copyright/photo credit: Kmiecik Imagery Train Saturdays December 30 | 1:30-3:30P DuPage County Historical Museum 102 E. Wesley St., Wheaton The HO Gauge Model Train is operated by the DuPage Society of Model Engineers on the third and fifth Saturday of each month. The model features a detailed layout that covers 2,000 feet [...]
Copyright/photo credit: Kmiecik Imagery Train Saturdays - Extended for Explorers Club Members December 30 | 3:30-4:30P DuPage County Historical Museum 102 E. Wesley St., Wheaton Explorer's Club members get an extra hour with the train! The HO Gauge Model Train is operated by the DuPage Society of Model [...]
Casino Night 2024 Date TBD | Location TBD Enjoy Vegas-style fun in support of the DuPage County Historical Museum! This event features popular casino games: blackjack, craps, roulette, Texas Hold’em and a money wheel; an open bar; appetizers; raffle and silent auction. Please check back for more information to be posted. [...]