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Wheaton History Week Starts May 2

Several events are planned to highlight Wheaton's history from May 2-12.

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Residents can dig into Wheaton history by solving mysteries or researching their home's past during Wheaton Preservation Week May 2-12.

Coordinated by the City of Wheaton's Historic Commission, Preservation Week includes a variety of activities designed to highlight the city's history.

Here are a few events to mark your calendars for:

  • "Landmarks of Wheaton" photography exhibit, opening May 2 at the DuPage County Historical Museum
  • Home History Research Help May 3, when historic commission members and library staff help residents learn about their homes
  • Lecture on Edward Dart, May 5, who designed a dozen homes and one church in Wheaton
  • Lecture on Wheaton's Civil War history, May 7, by author and historian Robert Girardi
  • "Discover Wheaton" Mystery Hunt, May 10, in downtown Wheaton
There will also be free parking at Cantigny Park for Wheaton residents from May 2-12 and downtown Wheaton historic walking tours available by appointment from the DuPage County Historical museum.

For more information, visit http://www.wheaton.il.us/preservationweek/


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