DuPage County Historical Museum

DuPage County Historical Museum Enjoy DuPage County's rich history from the 1830s to the present.

The Museum’s exhibits rotate every 9 months and feature hundreds of historic artifacts and photos along with many fun hands-on activities.

Join us this Saturday, May 30 for Train Saturday! The DuPage Society of Model Engineers will be running the trains on th...
05/26/2026

Join us this Saturday, May 30 for Train Saturday! The DuPage Society of Model Engineers will be running the trains on the lower level of the Museum and answering questions from 1:30 – 3:30P. Train Saturdays occur every third and fifth Saturday of the month. To plan your visit and for more information please visit https://bit.ly/3VYsz0S

Planning a visit to the Museum? Celebrate the Route 66 Centennial by picking up your "Mother Road" merchandise in the gi...
05/23/2026

Planning a visit to the Museum? Celebrate the Route 66 Centennial by picking up your "Mother Road" merchandise in the gift shop!

We have a sticker, a postcard, an Illinois Haunted Route 66 book and a Route 66 in Illinois book. Get ready for our exhibit, coming August 15.

Thank you to those who joined us for the inaugural DuPage County Historical Museum Foundation Bus Tour! We learned about...
05/22/2026

Thank you to those who joined us for the inaugural DuPage County Historical Museum Foundation Bus Tour! We learned about faith communities across the county together. We hope to plan another bus tour for next year.

All aboard! Today, May 16, is Train Saturday! The DuPage Society of Model Engineers will be running the trains on the lo...
05/16/2026

All aboard! Today, May 16, is Train Saturday! The DuPage Society of Model Engineers will be running the trains on the lower level of the Museum and answering questions from 1:30 – 3:30P. Train Saturdays occur every third and fifth Saturday of the month.

Parents, are you still looking for a fun summer camp for your child? Our LEGO camps explore a different theme each week,...
05/15/2026

Parents, are you still looking for a fun summer camp for your child? Our LEGO camps explore a different theme each week, including Jurassic Dino, Pokémon, Radical Rides and more! Morning sessions (ages 5–7) and afternoon sessions (ages 7–12) keep kids building, creating, and having fun all summer long. Register your child today so they can start building with us! https://bit.ly/3ZRvVar

Join us this Saturday, May 16 for Train Saturday! The DuPage Society of Model Engineers will be running the trains on th...
05/12/2026

Join us this Saturday, May 16 for Train Saturday! The DuPage Society of Model Engineers will be running the trains on the lower level of the Museum and answering questions from 1:30 – 3:30P. Train Saturdays occur every third and fifth Saturday of the month. To plan your visit and for more information please visit https://bit.ly/3VYsz0S

They are finally here! Stop by and pick up your Passport to Adventure, a fun and interactive way to explore the cultural...
05/11/2026

They are finally here! Stop by and pick up your Passport to Adventure, a fun and interactive way to explore the cultural heritage of DuPage and Kane County! Available while supplies last.

Happy Mother’s Day! We would like to take a moment to send our appreciation to all the mothers in our community! Thank y...
05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day! We would like to take a moment to send our appreciation to all the mothers in our community! Thank you for all that you do.

May 9 is National Train Day! 🚂 National Train Day was a holiday started by Amtrak in 2008 to spread information about th...
05/09/2026

May 9 is National Train Day! 🚂 National Train Day was a holiday started by Amtrak in 2008 to spread information about the advantages of railway travel and the history of trains in the United States. In many ways, railroads have helped to shape our nation and local communities that are central to our history. You can celebrate National Train Day by stopping by the Museum to look at our HO Scale Model Train on the lower level and learning more about local railroad history. For more information, please visit our website: https://bit.ly/4eTcHrl

May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Since 1977, this designation has celebrated...
05/08/2026

May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Since 1977, this designation has celebrated and recognized the contributions and influence of these communities to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States. May was chosen to commemorate the arrival of the first Japanese immigrants on May 7, 1843, as well as honor the anniversary of the completion of the transcontinental railroad on May 10, 1869, because most of the workers who laid the tracks for this historic railroad were Chinese immigrants.

05/07/2026

Take a journey through the history of Route 66 in Illinois, from its early origins and golden age to its decline and renewed popularity ahead of its 100th anniversary.

Address

102 E Wesley Street
Wheaton, IL
60187

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Saturday 12pm - 4pm
Sunday 12pm - 4pm

Telephone

+16305104941

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