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The DuPage County Historical Museum occupies a Richardsonian Romanesque building erected in 1891 in downtown Wheaton. Visitors explore changing exhibits and artifacts documenting DuPage County's history, from everyday life to significant moments. The museum features an HO Scale Model Railroad and exhibits including displays about Route 66 and iconic local diners and hangouts. The facility hosts Train Saturdays programs for the Explorers Club, evening lectures on topics like Founding Mothers and local history, and creative activities such as DIY crafting classes. School and scout groups can arrange guided tours. The museum also offers Night at the Museum events and hosts facility rentals for private gatherings. General admission is free. The building stands at the corner of Main and Wesley Streets, one block north of the Metra railroad tracks and near the Wheaton Public Library. Street parking and nearby public garages serve visitors. Hours vary by day of the week.
Admission is free. The venue says: “Admission to the DuPage County Historical Museum is free.”
Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:30A-4:30P, Saturday & Sunday: 12-4P
Prices and hours quoted from dupagemuseum.org · read on . Prices can change — the link above goes to the page they came from.
6 reasons to go, each in the venue’s own words, with the date we checked it.
Oct 31 – Nov 21Season
The HO Scale Model Train is operated by the DuPage Society of Model Engineers on the third and fifth Saturday of each month. The detailed layout covers more than 2,000 feet of track and highlights some of the county's railroads and landmarks.
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“10/31: Train Saturdays October 31 @ 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm”
Nov 3 – Dec 4Event
Families create 15 handmade Victorian holiday greeting cards using provided supplies including cards, envelopes, buttons, lace, and ribbon. Pick-up available throughout the period.
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“November 3 - December 4”
Nov 3 – Dec 4Event
Create 15 handmade Victorian holiday greeting cards. Kit includes cards, envelopes, buttons, lace, ribbon and other fun supplies. Pick-up is available November 3–December 4.
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“11/3-12/4: Victorian Holiday Card Craft Kit To-Go November 3 - December 4”
Dec 10 – 13Event
Families enjoy a holiday train ride with Santa, then visit the museum afterward for cookies, hot chocolate, cartoons, and crafts.
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“December 10 - December 13”
Dec 10 – 13Event
Families enjoy a popular holiday train ride with Santa, then visit the DuPage County Historical Museum for cookies, hot chocolate, cartoons, crafts, and more festive activities.
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“December 10 - December 13”
Dec 19Event
The HO Scale Model Train is operated by the DuPage Society of Model Engineers on the third and fifth Saturday of each month. The detailed layout covers more than 2,000 feet of track and highlights some of the county's railroads and landmarks.
Check event details and ticket requirements with the venue.
“12/19: Train Saturdays – Extended for Explorers Club December 19 @ 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm”
DuPage County Historical Museum & Wheaton Park District Administration Building publishes its own offers, and when dupagemuseum.org was last read, on , there was none.
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Mon: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Tue: Closed; Wed–Sun: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Hours via Google Maps
Wheaton
Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Sat–Sun: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Hours via Google Maps
Wheaton
Mon: Closed; Tue–Sat: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Sun: Closed
Hours via Google Maps
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Wednesday – Monday, 10 am – 5 pm
Wheaton
Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Sat–Sun: Closed
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