Des Plaines Children's Museum

04/12/2024

We’re gearing up for DPHC fun on 4/28!

What are YOU up to this weekend??

04/10/2024

Register at the link for this year’s Community Garage Sale (DP residents only).

Save the date! The annual Des Plaines Community Garage Sale is May 3-5, 2024, from 8 a.m. to sunset, rain or shine. Residents can register at desplaines.org/garagesalereg by 5 p.m. on April 30 to have their sale included on the interactive Garage Sale Google Map.

Learn more at desplaines.org/communitygaragesale

04/10/2024

Happy National Library Workers Day!

A heartfelt THANK YOU to the always fabulous staff at Des Plaines Public Library and our other local libraries.

We are so lucky to have you.

Here's to the library staff and the incredible things they do every day to promote literacy and share knowledge—Happy National Library Workers Day!

04/09/2024

We love seeing your eclipse watch photos!

SAVE your glasses to donate at DPCM POP-UP #1: BUILDING DES PLAINES and drop your eclipse watch pics from yesterday in the comments! 👇

04/08/2024

SAVE your eclipse glasses! They’re reusable.

DPCM will collect your used eclipse glasses for delivery to our friends in South America at our upcoming Des Plaines History Center pop-up exhibit, BUILDING Des Plaines.

Please be sure to enjoy the eclipse SAFELY today. What an incredible opportunity!

04/07/2024

Free event today at Prairie Lakes Theater! Join us for the Jam Session!

04/06/2024

HOORAY!
1K!
THANK YOU!!!

04/06/2024

Exciting announcement later today when we reach that 1000 follower goal.

24 more!

04/06/2024

965 followers…can we get 35 more by morning??

04/05/2024

950 followers!

Please share and follow to help us reach 1000!

04/04/2024

🤩 Glow-Up Alert 🤩

Three cheers to City of Des Plaines Government for this new bike/scooter repair station right next to the Metra station and across from Metropolitan Square! ⚙️🪛🛞🔧

An Earth-lover’s dream. 🌍

Hip hop HOORAY for bike-friendly destinations! 🚲

04/04/2024

Free museum admission in April!

Here’s a look at Chicago museums offering free admission days through April.

04/04/2024

Did you hear? DPCM is the proud next owner of the slot car track and vehicles from the original Dads Slot Cars in Des Plaines!

Follow our page for updates on our plans for popup exhibits and our full site launch.

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Many thanks to everyone who turned out today!

We took time this afternoon to honor the great legacy of Dad’s Slot Cars.

Margaret Pelletiere - whose family managed Dad’s for decades at 700 Lee Street - joined us to share cherished family memories. We also thanked donors Terry and Carol Coakley, whose support has allowed for DPCM to acquire so much of Dad’s beloved inventory.

DPCM Board members were on hand to share the Museum’s plans for a new chapter in the story of Dad’s Slot Cars racing track, cars, neon signage and more.

Stay tuned for more great news about popup events this season as we scout our permanent location!

04/03/2024

The Des Plaines Public Library sure looks different now!

Humble beginnings turned into a major municipal attraction as part of the lifelong dream shared by former DP Mayor and visionary, Paul Jung.

Sadly, Mayor Jung passed away just weeks before his dream became reality (upon the grand opening of the current site).

Thanks DPPL for a fun trip down memory lane!

This week's Blast from the Past is for Des Plaines. Remember this building or where it was? Do you have any stories you'd like to share with us about this location? In todays paper there is a small typo, the email for your responses was listed as [email protected], Please send to [email protected]. Thanks, we can't wait to hear from you. Send us all your historical knowledge and pictures (if you'd like) on this old-school location.

04/03/2024

Happy International Children’s Book Day!!

04/02/2024

We BLEW PAST 700!
825 followers!

04/02/2024

Get Ready to Unleash Your Creativity! 🖌️

Join us for a night of fun and creativity at the Family Paint Night on Tuesday, April 16th at the Community Center. Whether you’re an aspiring artist or just looking to try something new, this event is perfect for everyone!

🌟 What to Expect:
Step-by-step painting instruction
All art supplies provided 🎨
Leave with your own waterfall masterpiece
A great activity for individuals, friends, and families

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to paint, relax, and connect with others in your community. Register today at palparks.org/familypaintnight

04/01/2024

Can we reach 700 followers by Friday?! 🤔

Please Follow and SHARE our page this week. 🗓️

Thank you! 👏

04/01/2024

04/01/2024

April is here!

is almost here! Check out these events as we admire our planet and appreciate the warming weather.

- Des Plaines Community Consolidated School District 62 is holding an art show at the Des Plaines Public Library! The art will be on display from April 9 to April 19 during regular operating hours.
- Join us and Clean Up - Give Back at the annual Earth Month Clean Up! We'll be at Axehead Lake on April 13 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- See the Maine West High School Spring Play on April 18, 19, or 20 at 7 p.m. at Maine West.
- Check out the Des Plaines Park District's Earth Day event on April 20 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Arndt Park Field House.

Have a green month!

03/31/2024

Do you have a little free library in your neighborhood? Share about your experience in the comments!!

Take a book, leave a book! Make sure to stop by our TWO new Free Little Libraries located at Goose Lake Park!

A special thank you to the Kurek Family who sponsored our two new libraries in Memory of Ted & Theresa Kurek, and the Roselle Public Library District for donating books! 📖

03/27/2024

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Many thanks to everyone who turned out today!

We took time this afternoon to honor the great legacy of Dad’s Slot Cars.

Margaret Pelletiere - whose family managed Dad’s for decades at 700 Lee Street - joined us to share cherished family memories. We also thanked donors Terry and Carol Coakley, whose support has allowed for DPCM to acquire so much of Dad’s beloved inventory.

DPCM Board members were on hand to share the Museum’s plans for a new chapter in the story of Dad’s Slot Cars racing track, cars, neon signage and more.

Stay tuned for more great news about popup events this season as we scout our permanent location!

03/25/2024

TODAY AT 4:43 PM!! 📻

Tune in to AM 820, WLS - The Drive to hear DPCM President Nic Strohmayer and VP Lisa Gavin talk about plans for the new museum.

Thank you all for your support!

03/24/2024

Hey DP! Let’s hear from YOU.

What’s everybody up to today?