Visitor & Education Center Hours
Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays
1:00–5:00p
Other days and times are available by appointment.
Call 847-391-5399 or
email contact@desplaineshistory.org
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The current exhibit,
Women of Des Plaines
is on display through 2025.
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— In the Gallery —
ARTGUILD25
The annual exhibit of fine art by
the members of the Des Plaines Art Guild.
November 6–January 2.
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SPECIAL EXHIBIT
January 14–February 19
Illinois Archaeology:
Deep Roots of the Prairie State
An extraordinary traveling exhibit from
the Illinois State Archaeological Society
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Tours of the 1907 Kinder House Museum
are available by appointment.
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Our Gift Shop has a variety of
Des Plaines T-shirt designs,
a selection of beautiful note cards,
by local artist Elaine Tejcek,
postcards and books about Des Plaines and Illinois history, and other interesting memorabilia.
Shop here.
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Historical Research
Has someone told you a weird story about your house or the one down the street? Call or email us; we can help you find the real story!
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You are invited to become a member and support the work we do year-round to Keep History Alive!
We look forward to seeing you soon!

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