Museum Programming + Tours
At West Chicago City Museum, we offer programming at the museum, in the community, and at local schools. Browse our offerings below to see what might work for your group. Please contact Maggie Capettini, Education Coordinator, with any questions: museumed@westchicago.org or 630.231.3376
Time Traveler's Suitcase
Filled with hands-on activities and bursting with history, these suitcases can be enjoyed by Time Travelers of all ages. Pick up a passport to track your travels. Time Travelers who get stamped in all six eras can turn their completed passport in for a prize! $5 refundable deposit –Pick up at the museum
These kits are being released on a rolling basis.
Available suitcases include:
Rocks and Dinos
From Another Land
Maleta de Viajero de Tiempo (Time Traveler’s Suitcase) Llena con actividades y llena a reventar con historia, estas maletas pueden ser disfrutadas por Viajeros del Tiempo (Time Travelers) de todas las edades. Recoja un pasaporte para rastrear sus viajes. Viajeros de Tiempo quienes obtienen estampillas de todas las seis eras pueden entregar sus pasaportes completos para un premio. Estos juegos son entregados en una base regular. Las maletas disponibles incluyen Rocas y Dinos (Rocks and Dinos) y De Otra Tierra (From Another Land). Hay un periodo de renta de dos semanas, con un depósito reembolsable requerido de $5. Recoja las maletas en el Museo durante horas regulares.
Museum Tours
Guided tours of the museum or walking tours of the downtown or historic houses can be arranged for your group. Please contact us for more details: museumed@westchicago.org or 630.231.3376.
Special Programming
Educator Resources
We offer a variety of resources that classroom teachers, homeschoolers, scout leaders, and parents can use to enhance young learners' history education. Our programs and kits weave art, science, and math into the history experience. Please see our For Teachers page for more details.