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Places to See
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Billy Graham Center Museum
Wheaton College
500 E. College Ave.
Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 752-5000
www.wheaton.edu
The Billy Graham Center gives a unique and visual history of Christian evangelism and its influence on society. The Billy Graham Center includes such attractions as: Billy Graham's traveling pulpit, his sermon notes, video presentations and computer printouts of favorite crusades. Tours can be arranged by calling in advance.
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Cosley Zoo
1356 Gary Ave.
Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 665-5534
Cosley is home to more than 35 types of animals, and preserves part of Wheaton's history through an old train station, an antique railroad caboose, a 128-year old barn, and a display of horse drawn vehicles. The farm also features a beautiful duck pond, the Vern Kiebler Learning Center and the Tail Inn Gift Shop.
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Cantigny
1 S 151 Winfield Rd.
Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 668-5161
www.cantignypark.com
Cantigny was the estate of Colonel Robert R. McCormick, former editor and publisher of the Chicago Tribune. Cantigny encompasses about 500 acres of open and wooded land. The estate includes the McCormick Mansion, a premier public golf course, the foremost military museum in the nation (called the First Division Museum), and ten acres of formal gardens.
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DuPage County Fairgrounds
2015 W. Manchester Rd.
Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 668-6636
www.dupagecountyfair.org
The DuPage County Fairgrounds is best known for its annual County Fair, which is held in July. The rest of the year, the Fairgrounds is host to a variety of shows such as Train Shows, Antique Shows, Cat Shows, Dog Shows, Computer Shows, Arts & Craft Shows and many more. Call or visit our web site for more information or a schedule of events.
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DuPage County Historical Museum
102 E. Wesley St.
Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 682-7343
www.co.DuPage.IL.US/museum/
Housed in an 1891 Richardsonian Romanesque building in downtown Wheaton, the DuPage County Historical Museum highlights more than 150 years of DuPage County history. There are hands-on, participatory activities and exhibits on each of the Museum's three levels. The extensive HO gauge model railroad display on the Lower Level excites both children and adults. Monthly family programs and demonstrations offer special fun for the whole family.
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Wheaton History Center
606 N. Main
Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 682-9472
www.wheaton.lib.il.us/whc
Experience the past through stimulating tours and hands-on activities in the five exhibit galleries at the Wheaton History Center. The award winning exhibit, The Liberty Line: A Slaves' Road to Freedom takes visitors on a hazardous journey from a southern plantation to freedom in the north. An extensive list of captivating programs is offered for all ages and groups.
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