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Date with History: Gratitude is Not Enough

Le Jardin 1s151 Winfield Rd., Wheaton, IL

Thursday, November 7 | 6:00 pm | Free with paid parking It was a crisp, clear day in November 1943 as 10-year-old Marcel Schmetz walked home from school along Route de la Clouse, Hitler’s new Belgium-German border. He was about to cross a small bridge over the Berwinne Creek. To his right, he saw an unassuming loaf of bread bobbing downstream in the creek. Then, peering further over the flimsy bridge railing, he saw her. A young woman was face-down at water’s edge with armed border guards standing over her. Water rippled slowly past her lifeless body, turning pink as...

Celebrating-Women's History Month-2025

Celebrating Women’s History Month

DuPage County Historical Museum 102 E. Wesley St., Wheaton, IL

Thursday, March 20 | Doors open at 6:00 PM | Panel at 6:30 PM Museum Auditorium | FREE DuPage County Historical Museum | 102 E Wesley St, Wheaton, IL, United States A panel discussion on how we make change in community with one another. Join us for an inspiring night full of conversation and fun! Event Highlights: Inspiring Panelists | Refreshments | Networking | Local Businesses | Raffles Sign Up > Learn More > 

Cantigny Fall Festival

Fall Fest at Cantigny Park

Cantigny Park 1s151 Winfield Rd., Wheaton, IL

Celebrate the season with us at Cantigny’s Annual Fall Festival September 27 & 28 | 10:00 AM–6:00 PM | Parade Field This family-friendly weekend features a vibrant Fall Market, live music, guided garden tours, and a variety of food trucks offering tasty bites. Kids can enjoy hands-on crafts, bounce houses, and a delightful petting zoo, creating memories for all ages. Activities to Enjoy at Fall Fest: Garden Tours (Meet your guide in the Visitors Center): Wander through stunning autumn gardens and enjoy picture-perfect moments. 10:30, 11:30, 2:15, and 3:15 Petting Zoo: Meet friendly farm animals. ($) Paint-a-Pumpkin: Create a festive...

Pumpkin Fest at Cosley Zoo

Pumpkin Fest at Cosley Zoo 2025

Cosley Zoo 1356 N Gary Ave, Wheaton, Illinois

October 1–31 | Daily 9:00 am–5:00 pm | Cosley Zoo Taking in the beautiful fall colors at Cosley Zoo is a must-do! Come see the animals and take in the thousands of pumpkins scattered on the zoo’s lawn. Children’s rides are also available for an additional fee. Purchase apples, gourds, cider, cornstalks, various sizes of straw bales, and don't forget your pumpkins! Check out the fall merchandise in the Wild Side Gift Shop, too! Proceeds from your purchases benefit Cosley Zoo. Regular admission rates apply. Browse More Information >

Declaration-1776-Exhibit

Declaration 1776: The Big Bang of Modern Democracy Exhibit

DuPage County Historical Museum 102 E. Wesley St., Wheaton, IL

Learn More About Democracy in the Year USA Turns 250 March 4–30, 2026 | DuPage County Historical Museum This traveling exhibit from the Gilder Lehrman Institute uses primary sources and images to explore the Declaration’s enduring impact—and the ongoing work of democracy. To mark America’s 250th Anniversary the League of Women Voters Wheaton is proud to support this exhibit as part of our nonpartisan commitment to civic education and informed participation. The exhibition is created by The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History. The League of Women Voters Wheaton is the proud sponsor of this exhibit. Read More >