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The Glen Town Center
This perfectly-planned town offers beautiful shop and restaurant-lined streets with apartments above -- just like a European town. And it'
Glenview, IL Venue AttractionsNorthwestern University Walking Tours
Founded in 1851, Northwestern University is a renowned educational institution rich in history and architecture. More than 150 historically significant and interesting sites on campus are featured in various walking tours, each taking approx. 30
Evanston, IL ToursCaptain Richard A. Schram Memorial Museum
The Captain Richard A. Schram Memorial Museum and former Navy Chapel, named for a distinguished Navy flier, was originally erected at the Glenview Naval Air Station in 1945
Glenview, IL Historic ChurchesMedieval Times Dinner and Tournament
Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament in Schaumburg, Ilinois is the largest of all the castles at 85,000 square feet. Built in 1991, it has 1,430 permanent seats and is open year round.
Schaumburg, IL Dinner TheatresHistoric Pleasant Home
Explore the opulent 30-room mansion designed by prominent Prarie School architect, Geroge H. Maher. Located on the second floor of Pleasant Home, the Historical Society of Oak Park and River Forest Museum includes a period bedroom, children'
Oak Park, IL Historic HomesThe Chicago Botanic Garden
One of America's leading public garden's, the gorgeous Chicago Botanic Garden is on 385 acres of rolling hills and tranquil lakes with 26
Glencoe, IL Botanical GardensLake Theatre
On April 11, 1936, the Lake Theatre opened with a single screen, and a seating capacity of 1,420. Designed by world-renowned architect Thomas Lamb, the Lake is a prime example of art deco style. When Classic Cinemas took over the Lake in 1981
Oak Park, IL Historic Theatres50th Aniversary House Museum
Run by the Park Forest Historical Society, the 50th Aniversary House Museum deplicts a rental house as it might have been in the 1948-53's in this post-World War II, fully planned community. Docent on duty describes history of the town'
Park Forest, IL MuseumsThe Childrens Museum in Oak Lawn
The Children's Museum has 9 interactive exhibits for all ages 2-10. Puppet theater, market, anda water table, children can create their own kites at the "Art Cart"
Oak Lawn, IL Learning CentersSpring Valley Nature Sanctuary
Stroll the endless walking trails over 135 acres of forest, meadows, prairies and wetlands. Also visit the log cabin and 1880
Schaumburg, IL Nature PreservesWalking Tour: "Diverse Architecture and Famous People"
Self-guided audio tour takes you through one of the "Prettiest Painted Places in America,"
Oak Lawn, IL Historic Districts