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SUMMARY:Through 11/2: Snapshots of DuPage: Honoring 250 Years of America Photo Contest
DESCRIPTION:Snapshots of DuPage: Honoring 250 Years of America Photo ContestSubmissions Deadline: 11/2/26 | Photos Must be Taken in DuPage CountyEvent Details:Hosted by The DuPage County Board in Partnership with the DuPage Convention and Visitors Bureau. As America marks its 250th anniversary in 2026\, DuPage County invites residents to capture the people\, places\, and moments that define life here today. \nCost: FREE \nLearn More
URL:https://wheatonparkdistrict.com/events/through-11-2-snapshots-of-dupage-honoring-250-years-of-america-photo-contest/
LOCATION:DuPage County
CATEGORIES:celebrating250
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260601
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SUMMARY:6/1-8/31: States I've Been To: A 250th Birthday Celebration of America
DESCRIPTION:States I’ve Been To: A 250th Birthday Celebration of AmericaJune-August | Mary Lubko Center (208 W. Union Ave.) | Weekdays: 8:30A-3PEvent Details:Celebrate America’s 250th birthday by taking a trip down memory lane—no suitcase required! Stop by the Mary Lubko Center and add a sticker to our large U.S. map for every state you’ve visited or lived in. Share a favorite travel memory\, a hometown story\, or just enjoy seeing where everyone’s adventures have taken them. Pop in and reflect on a lifetime of experiences and celebrate the many places that make up our great country. \nCost: FREE
URL:https://wheatonparkdistrict.com/events/june-august-states-ive-been-to-a-250th-birthday-celebration-of-america/
LOCATION:Mary Lubko Center\, 208 W. Union Ave.\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187\, United States
CATEGORIES:celebrating250,Mary Lubko Center
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260715
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270411
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SUMMARY:Starting 7/15: New Museum Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Defining US: The 250th Anniversary of the United States ExhibitJuly 15\, 2026-April 10\, 2027 | DuPage County Historical Museum (102 E. Wesley St.)Event Details:Hours* | Monday-Friday: 8:30A-4:30P | Saturday & Sunday: 12-4P \nDefining US: The 250th Anniversary of the United States explores the significant events\, moments\, and milestones that have shaped the United States over the course of its 250 years as a country. Through wars\, elections\, protests\, and cultural changes\, this exhibit emphasizes how these historic highlights resonated in DuPage County. \n*Hours will be affected by major holidays. Visit dupagemuseum.org/visit for details. \nAdmission to the DuPage County Historical Museum is free. Donations are greatly appreciated to help create new exhibits and keep our facility open and operating. \nCost: Free\nSuggested Donation: $5 for adults | $2 for children and seniors.\n \n  \nVisit Dupage Museum
URL:https://wheatonparkdistrict.com/events/starting-7-15-defining-us-the-250th-anniversary-of-the-united-states-exhibit/
LOCATION:DuPage County Historical Museum\, 102 E Wesley St\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187\, United States
CATEGORIES:celebrating250,DuPage County Historical Museum
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260815
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261001
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SUMMARY:8/15-9/30: Museum Marks 250th w/ Historic Programs
DESCRIPTION:DuPage County Historical Museum Marks 250th w/ Historic Programs8/15-9/30 | DuPage County Historical Museum (102 E. Wesley St.)DIY Creative Crafting: Stars & StripesSaturday\, August 15 | 1-3P\nCreate an American flag artwork while learning about various national flags since the birth of the nation. This is a family drop-in event. \nRegisterFounding Mothers with Laura KeyesSaturday\, September 26 | 1P\nThe “Mothers” of America aren’t often mentioned – the women whose influence on the early years of the United States reverberated for centuries afterwards. While many of us remember reading something about Martha Washington and Abigail Adams\, there are so many more women to admire. Whether they assisted in the years-long Revolutionary War\, or had one brief moment of heroism\, their actions had long-lasting and nation-building effects. Learn about soldiers\, writers\, printers\, scholars\, farmers\, artists\, and spies – all women\, and all vital to our nation’s history. \nThis Illustrated Lecture focuses on the remarkable women who had a first-hand view of the founding of our nation\, and whose stories need to be shared. Join Laura Keyes as she shares their history\, their bravery\, and their surprising legacies. \nRegisterCountdown to 250: Celebrating Our Freedom with Terry LynchWednesday\, September 30 | 7P\nTerry Lynch leads us on a tour of previous milestones like the 50th Jubilee\, Centennial\, Sesquicentennial\, and Bicentennial and how they were commemorated as the United States celebrates its 250th birthday! \nRegister
URL:https://wheatonparkdistrict.com/events/8-15-9-30-dupage-county-historical-museum-marks-250th-w-historic-programs/
LOCATION:DuPage County Historical Museum\, 102 E Wesley St\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187\, United States
CATEGORIES:celebrating250,DuPage County Historical Museum
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SUMMARY:8/15: The Mother Road & Iconic DuPage Firsts Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:The Mother Road & Iconic DuPage Firsts ExhibitAugust 15 – November 14\, 2026 | DuPage County Historical Museum (102 E. Wesley St.)Event Details:Take a ride down memory lane on Route 66. This year the legendary “Mother Road” turns 100! Celebrate this golden anniversary along with other iconic firsts in DuPage County. Learn about the first 18-hole golf course\, the first rails-to-trails conversion\, the first public library\, and the first shot fired at Gettysburg. \nContributors:
URL:https://wheatonparkdistrict.com/events/8-15-the-mother-road-iconic-dupage-firsts-exhibit/
LOCATION:DuPage County Historical Museum\, 102 E Wesley St\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260827
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SUMMARY:8/27-8/29: Shakespeare in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Shakespeare in the Park: “Romeo and Juliet”August 27-29 | Memorial Park | FREE5:30P Park Opens | 6:45P Puppet Show | 7P Performance \nEvent Details:Experience another of the world’s greatest playwright’s works at Memorial Park Bandshell. Shakespeare in the Park is a high-quality annual theater event presented free of charge to the public by the Wheaton Park District and Wheaton College’s Arena Theater. \nContent Advisory: Please be aware that Romeo and Juliet includes some troubling scenes involving violence\, death\, and suicide. Audience discretion is advised. \nShakespeare in the Park is presented by: \n \nFor more about Arena Theater and other arts events at Wheaton College\, visit wheaton.edu/life-at-wheaton/arts \nSynopsis:“An age-old vendetta between two powerful families erupts into bloodshed. A group of masked Montagues risk further conflict by gatecrashing a Capulet party. A young lovesick Romeo Montague falls instantly in love with Juliet Capulet\, who is due to marry her father’s choice\, the County Paris. With the help of Juliet’s nurse\, the women arrange for the couple to marry the next day\, but Romeo’s attempt to halt a street fight leads to the death of Juliet’s own cousin\, Tybalt\, for which Romeo is banished. In a desperate attempt to be reunited with Romeo\, Juliet follows the Friar’s plot and fakes her own death. The message fails to reach Romeo\, and believing Juliet dead\, he takes his life in her tomb. Juliet wakes to find Romeo’s corpse beside her and kills herself. The grieving family agree to end their feud.” \nSource: shakespeare.org.uk/explore-shakespeare/shakespedia/shakespeares-plays/romeo-and-juliet \nCast List:Cast list coming soon! \nPark Policies:All bags\, chairs\, blankets\, etc. are subject to be searched at entry. \nThis is a general admission event. All seating areas are available on a first-come\, first-served basis. Reserving seats or space before the gates open (5:30P) is prohibited. \nGuests are allowed and encouraged to bring a blanket or a standard bag/camping chair. Please be considerate and do not use/reserve more space than you need to allow room for other guests. \nIf you require ADA assistance during your visit or require handicap accessible seating\, please contact us at least 72 hours prior to the event at events@wheatonparks.org. Requests for sign language interpreters must be made at least 2 weeks in advance. \nITEMS NOT PERMITTED IN MEMORIAL PARK: \n\nOutside alcoholic beverages\nAnimals or pets. Service animals are allowed.\nWeapons\nGlass bottles\nAll tobacco products including cigarettes\, cigars and vaping. Smoking of any kind is prohibited in Memorial Park\, including marijuana.\nLarge beach umbrellas\, flags and banners\nLaptops\, video recording devices (excluding cell phones) and selfie sticks\nLarge coolers\n\nParking:Please be kind to our neighbors and avoid parking on residential streets. \nMemorial Park is conveniently located in downtown Wheaton and accessible by Metra\, the Prairie Bath Bike Trail\, ride sharing services such as Uber or Lyft and parking is available nearby. \nPlease visit the City of Wheaton’s website for more parking information. \nPartner With Us:For information on sponsorship and vending opportunities please contact Margie Wilhelmi at mwilhelmi@wheatonparks.org or 630-510-4984. \nContact Us:For questions\, please email events@wheatonparks.org. \nFollow us on Facebook or sign up to receive the Wheaton Park District e-newsletter for updates on Shakespeare in the Park and the other special events in Wheaton.
URL:https://wheatonparkdistrict.com/events/shakespeare/
LOCATION:Memorial Park\, 225 Karlskoga Avenue\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Charitable Event,Entertainment,Family-friendly,Featured,Memorial Park
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