Naperville, Illinois

Anthropology, Culture, General, History, Historic House, Historical Society, Library, Specialized

Bolingbrook, Illinois

History, Historical Society

Darien, Illinois

Historical Society

Naperville, Illinois

Art

Romeoville, Illinois

History

Romeoville, Illinois

History

Lisle, Illinois

Culture, History, Historic House

The Museums at Lisle Station Park provide visitors the opportunity to learn about the heritage and culture of 19th century Northern Illinois. Settled in 1832, the life of this agricultural community soon revolved around the railroad depot and the area became known as Lisle Station.

Lemont, Illinois

History, Library

Woodridge, Illinois

History, Historical Society

Naperville, Illinois

Children's

Lockport, Illinois

History, Park

Lisle, Illinois

Anthropology, Archaeology, Library, Natural History, Nature Centers, Science, University

The Jurica-Suchy Nature Museum, located on campus at Benedictine University, exhibits over 3,500 specimens focused on zoology, botany, geology, and environmental stewardship. Intricate dioramas give a sense of adventure and encourages visitors to investigate nature in their own backyards. The museum offers a variety of scavenger hunts and activity pages to guide your visit.

Lisle, Illinois

Park

Naperville, Illinois

Culture, General, History, Historic House, Library, Park

Naper Settlement is Chicagoland’s outdoor history museum, located in the heart of suburban Naperville, just 28 miles west of Chicago. Explore historic homes and businesses throughout the 12-acre site where you’ll understand the past and how it connects to the present. Discover Naperville’s history through engaging and unique experiences.

Romeoville, Illinois

Historical Society

The Romeoville Area Historical Society collects and displays information and artifacts from Romeoville, Bolinbroook and rural DuPage Township, specializing in the early farming community, one-room schools, the first 45/15 all-year school district and Hampton Park where houses were "built in a day".