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Chicago History Museum Illinois Resident Free Day

Chicago History Museum 1601 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United States

The Museum offers free days to Illinois residents throughout the year, including commemorative days like Presidents’ Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and Fourth of July. Upcoming 2024 Illinois resident FREE days include: August 28; September 2, 25; October 14, 23; November 5, 11, 20; December 18   For information on more events like this,...

Free

Bilingual Storytime- Polish

Downers Grove Public Library 1050 Curtiss Street, Downers Grove, IL, United States

Language Labs storytellers present songs, stories, and activities in both Polish and English. Those who speak the language and those new to the language are welcome to attend.

Free

DuSable Museum of African American History Free Days

DuSable Museum of African American History DuSable Museum of African American History, Chicago, IL, United States

DuSable Museum of African-American history is free to Illinois residents to visit on Wednesdays. We also give free admission to military and to first responders. That means Police, Fire, EMT’s. With valid ID.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.

Free
Event Series Fall STEAM

Fall STEAM

Palatine Public Library - North Hoffman Branch 3600 Lexington Drive, Palatine, United States

Stop by the Desk and pick up a fun STEAM craft to make at home. Ages 5 and up. While supplies last. Drop in.

Free
Event Series Mobile Museum of Tolerance

Mobile Museum of Tolerance

95th Street Library 3015 Cedar Glade Dr, Naperville, IL, United States

The Simon Wiesenthal Center’s Mobile Museum of Tolerance is coming to the 95th Street Library! Utilizing innovative technology and interactive lessons, this rolling museum brings its message of tolerance directly to our community. The museum aims to inspire people of all ages and backgrounds, empowering them to raise their voices and combat anti-Semitism, bullying, racism,...

Free

Decorate Sugar Skulls

Des Plaines Public Library 1501 Ellinwood Street, Des Plaines, IL, United States

Decorating sugar skulls is a Día de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) custom to honor the deceased. Come decorate a skull to take home.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Dia de los Muertos Events.

Free

Downtown Trick or Treat

Downtown Mount Prospect Northwest Highway and Main Street, Mount Prospect, IL, United States

Dress up in your costume and trick-or-treat at Downtown Mount Prospect businesses!     For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Halloween Events.    

Free

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