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American Toby Jug Museum ATTRACTIONS
Block Museum of Art
www.tobyjugmuseum.com www.blockmuseum.northwestern.edu
910 Chicago Ave., Evanston • 877.862.9687 Northwestern University
Showcasing the largest collection of Toby and 40 Arts Circle Dr., Evanston • 847.491.4000
Character Jugs in the world including many rare and The Block is a dynamic, imaginative, and innovative
unique Jugs within the complete Royal Doulton teaching and learning resource for Northwestern
collection. On display are over 8,000 pieces illustrating University and its surrounding communities, featuring
their evolution from 1765 to the present day. A Toby a global exhibition program that crosses time periods
Jug is a ceramic pitcher modeled in the form of a and cultures and serves as a springboard for thought-
popular character that dates back to the 1760’s. provoking discussions relevant to our lives today. The
Admission free, by appointment or Wednesday and museum also commissions new work by artists to
Friday 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Thursday Noon–7:00 foster connections between artists and the public
p.m., first and third Saturdays, 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. through the creative process. Each year, the Block
mounts exhibitions; organizes and hosts lectures,
Bahá’í House of Worship symposia, and workshops involving artists, scholars,
www.bahai.us/bahai-temple curators, and critics; and screens classic and
100 Linden Ave., Wilmette • 847.853.2300 contemporary films at its in-house cinema.
The Bahá’í House of Worship stands as a symbol of Approximately 5,000 works focuses primarily on
unity. It is a sacred space for all people to commune prints, photography, and drawings. The Block is free
with God. The House of Worship is open daily to all for and open to all.
contemplation, personal prayer and meditation. The
building’s white walls of lace-like ornamentation and Bottle & Bottega Evanston
its dome rising 135 feet above the main floor, create www.bottleandbottega.com/evanston
a scene of unsurpassed beauty and tranquility. 1016 Davis St., Evanston • 847.905.9177
Exquisite gardens and fountains surround the Temple, One part artistic adventure and one part cocktail
and directly to the west is a Welcome Center, where party! Inspiring the inner artist in everyone regardless
visitors may explore the history and symbolism of this of skill, through a blend of hands-on art parties,
unique structure and watch a brief introductory film. professional instruction and, of course, a glass of your
Designated on the National Register of Historic Places. favorite wine. Host a night out or special event in the
chic and colorful BYOB studio or let us bring the party
to you! Daily paint and sip parties, private events,
company team building, fundraisers, kids birthday
parties & family events and more.
Charles Gates Dawes House
evanstonhistorycenter.org
225 Greenwood St., Evanston • 847.475.3410
The magnificent chateauesque mansion of former U.S.
Vice-President Charles Gates Dawes is located
adjacent to Lake Michigan. This National Historic
Landmark has been faithfully restored to its 1920s
origins and enhanced with exhibits focusing on
Evanston history. Docent led tours of the house take
place a few times daily Thursday through Sunday.
Spring, summer and fall, lively docent-led walking
tours of Evanston neighborhoods, downtown, and the
lakefront are offered. The tours provide fun and
fascinating insights into the history of Evanston, its
architecture, and the cultural landscape.

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