I love coming here for Mass. it's been discouraging however lately as Rev Tom likes to berate the…read morecongregation during his homilies .. today he mentioned white supremacy.. has done so several times as he obviously does not care for the current administration.. in light of the hatred attempted violence of late .. I would pray that he stops talking like this .. there are so many uplifting things to talk about . When's the last time he's paid taxes or a mortgage.

Very nice place, both inside and outside. I felt at peace each time I come here! The museum is very…read moreinformative. Highly recommended.

I dig museums, and this one isn't much but it's not a bad stop if you're in the area. It's a very…read morevery small museum but it does tell some of the history of the area, and that was interesting to learn a bit more about that older history, particularly the native peoples in the area. I visited because the Journeys exhibit sounded interesting, and it was small but well done. I think the other half of the exhibit, that goes more into depth about the Potawatomi, the area pre-colonization, and the overharvesting of beavers and other animals in the area, is a permanent exhibit. That was actually more interesting overall than the Journeys exhibit for me but that's mostly because I knew less of that history and information. It was cool to see an example of a Three Sisters garden, which was method of agriculture used by native folks. There's a game I love called Three Sisters and it is based upon these concepts. Squash, corn, and beans are the "three sisters"; they're known as this because of their symbiotic relationship. The corn stalks give the beans a structure upon which to climb and grow, and the nutrients in the beans nourish the soil. The squash--specifically, the leaves--provide ground cover and keep pests at bay. It's so fascinating to learn about some of these techniques that aren't practiced as much in modern day society. Not inside the museum but outside is a longhouse, a cabin, and possibly in the growing season an example of a three sisters garden. There's also walking trails and what looked like a picnic area. There's a reasonably large parking lot as well.

We went to Isle a la Cache on the day after Thanksgiving and we were disappointed to learn that the…read moremuseum and buildings were closed! With kids off from school, it seemed odd that it was shuttered for the day. That said, we walked the trails and read the educational signage. Very clean and trails are either paved, planked, or groomed. It's a nice little nature park, and we will probably try a visit again when the buildings are open. Hopefully the star rating will improve once we are able to access the exhibits!

This free, educational museum was a fun way for me family and me to spend an afternoon. Miss Grace…read moreis a personable, knowledgeable, and inspired interest in the exhibits. The model train set was an unexpected bonus!

Free, educational and fun. Great seasonal programs. A working blacksmith shop and a quaint little…read morestore. Lots to see and enjoy. Nearby Main st. offers good dining options

Morton Arb! Oh my, one of my favorite places! No matter how many times you visit here, you are sure…read moreto find something new or different every single time. The seasons bring so many beautiful changes to this place, but the Arb is absolutely phenomenal at continuously expanding its attractions. From rotating art/sculptures, hosting gorgeous weddings, to their children's area, live music, dog days, pop up events, art shows and an awesome gift shop. Even the most anti-outdoors person would enjoy coming here. Parking is ample and the park is huge, spanning 1,700 acres! It took me many years realize how fortunate I was to grow up with this sensational outdoor museum within minutes from my home, after visiting many similar gardens, I can confirm the Arb is certainly a must see experience for nature lovers. There is some amazing history about this place as well. J. Sterling Morton created Arbor Day and he was the father of Joy Morton (founded Morton Salt). Joy made moneeyyyyy and decided he was going to buy land and basically collect trees from all over the world. In 1922, The Morton Arboretum was established with 175 acres and it's SO COOL this place still exists and has blown up to 1,700 acres. BTW there is still a cemetery on site honoring the Morton family.

It's been a very long time since I've been to this place since I was little and it's still as…read morebeautiful as I remember when I was little girl When you drive up to the cashier in your car, you can pay one dollar with your WIC card if not general admission is $27 The service is very nice and very quick

We went to the museum expecting to see a few old photos and not much else. Instead we stepped…read moreseemingly back in time to an immersive experience of a founding Downers Grove family. The curator clearly pours her heart and soul into curating every aspect of the museum, from the objects in the house to information about the people who walked its walls. We even walked through the cellar where the family hid people for the Underground Railroad. The long history of the house is imbued with mysteries and surprising details about how people used to live... paintings hidden in the walls, a wife's letters kept from past suitors, a wreath of faux flowers made from feathers... we were absolutely floored. We spent over an hour learning so much about American history through the prism of this fascinating house. Bravo!

An interesting local museum with about half a Victorian house on display; special exhibits in the…read morebarn; and another building visible only from the outside. Small wildflower walk. It's free (donations happily accepted). This was perhaps a stop on the underground railroad, though there's no proof. Visit is on your own, and a couple of rooms are given over to administrative purposes. Check out a small selection of items that are marked "please touch" (notably some items in the kitchen, such as the irons heated on the stove during the period; a period corset; etc.). The stereopticons (they have 2) are not included in "please touch" and are positioned so you can't actually use them, which is frustrating (hoping they'll buy a stand). In a hallway upstairs are photos and capsule bios of some noted DG citizens; I had no idea noted Egyptologist Henry Breasted had a connection. Signage is somewhat lacking, though there are small cards in most rooms asking kids "can you find {list of items}?" which will help you find some things. The barn includes an early/midcentury fire truck lovingly restored, with displays on the 1976 Bicentennial painted fire hydrants; a beloved firefighter who dressed as a clown to teach kids about fire safety. The temporary exhibit on travel was interesting, and the staff was preparing for a "Victorian dinner." Overall, worth a look if you have an interest in local history or the lives and possessions of the Victorian well-to-do. Did I mention it's free?

One of the best hidden gems in Illinois! Perfect for both…read morekids and adults -- from the very first moment, you feel connected to the past. Tim is the heart of this place! His passion for classic cars and the way he shares their stories is absolutely inspiring. We had such a great time -- we'll definitely come back and highly recommend it to everyone!

We haven't been there recently but are definitely planning a return visit. Just loved it I think…read morethe gentleman giving us the tour was having as much fun as we were especially when my husband told him he was a mechanic and was building a Model-T frame and all.

Certainly worth a visit if you like tiny museums and are interested in the history of the Chicago…read moresuburbs (you know who you are). Free; donations happily accepted. Very informative docents; many of the items are labeled, though many are not - if you're wondering what something is, ask, and the docents will probably be able to explain. There are several beautiful beaded purses and a fan in vitrines on the ground floor, as well as hat pins, tie pins and some mourning jewelry (a glass "jet" brooch; a necklace made of woven hair), which one doesn't see in many of these museums. Locals can browse old yearbooks or ask for information from the archives on their property in town. You can touch some items, particularly on the second floor, which focuses on businesses in Western Springs; World War 1; physical fitness activities; and a small display on sewing/laundry/ironing (a book of lace patterns; an ancient pincushion; a ruffle iron...). The kids can ring the fire bell, tap their name on a telegraph, etc. Many small museums feature a railroad office display, but here you can get behind the ticket window and look at stuff up close. I found the small display of physical fitness equipment, such as the Indian clubs people used instead of barbells, particularly interesting. There are displays on the wall along the stairway (local painters; a local who worked for IBM and her "luggable" portable computer) and above it (note the giant wreath made out of hair on your way down). Do look up, down, around - you can easily miss something interesting. As noted on the website, the 3rd floor is mostly for the kiddies - they can play house, build with Lincoln Logs, or type on an old typewriter. There are a few dollhouse and toy displays, as well as some charming children's drawings of the iconic water tower, so worth a stop even for grown-ups. I looked at darn near everything and it took maybe 45 minutes.

This is for specifically, the Water Tower and museum inside. Tower built circa 1892 for roughly…read more$79k. 3 stories of floors, plus the old (now empty) water tower over that. Also a basement that held pumps, etc. The basement is not open to the public. but the 3 floors are, and have a nice collection of historic memorabilia from the late 1800's thru early 1900's. They have a web page documenting the building, which has 6 foot thick stone walls at the base. Down to maybe 3-1/2 feet per my estimate on the 3rd floor. Until 1957 or so, this water tower building housed the police dep't, jail, local court, and village administration! They fit ALOT in a little space. Some of the exhibits that were there on my visit were an old time grocery store and train station ticket office. They rotate exhibits as they have more things to show than available space. The informative docent told us that a lot of the stuff came from older homes before tear downs and McMansions in town replaced the older homes. The tower is open Saturdays from 10-noon. Very cool place and again, staffed by informative docents that added a lot of info about the past and items in the building.

IAM is a great introduction for anyone to military and civilian aviation from years gone by to…read moreplanes and stories of today. They have a fantastic open house and flying exhibitions every year. Check their website for next years open house (2026)! Great job IAM! Also, for high school aged teens , please check out their CAP Civil Air Patrol squadron! It is an official civilian branch of the USAF!!!

Very knowledgeable volunteer and interesting exhibits. Dont…read moreforget to to donate they depend on donations to stay afloa.