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Winnetka Historical Society
www.winnetkahistory.org
411 Linden St., Winnetka • 847.446.0001
Founded in 1932, this organization owns and operates
two historic buildings. The museum and headquarters
at 411 Linden Street houses exhibit and gallery space
and is open for research, including the reference
library, photograph collections, museum collections,
archives, and house files. The Schmidt-Burnham Log
House seasonally offers visitors a glimpse of life in the
1850s through the interpretation of costumed docents.
Woman’s Club of Evanston
Splash Landings www.wcofe.org
1702 Chicago Ave., Evanston • 847.475.3800
Splash Landings Built in 1912, the Woman’s Club of Evanston has a
www.glenviewparks.org history of supporting organizations that make a
2400 Chestnut Ave., Glenview • 847.486.5372 difference in the community. Dedicated to the mission
No matter what the season, there’s always plenty of to advance philanthropic, educational, cultural, and
water fun at the Glenview Park District’s four-pool humanitarian principles and activities; to assist
indoor aquatic center. Bring the whole family to enjoy organizations dedicated to such purposes; and to offer
the Play Pool, sloping from zero depth to 3½ feet with opportunities for women to share common interests
waterslide and interactive water play. Keep fit by and concerns. Hosts larger community events
swimming laps; soak the stress of the day away in the throughout the year. Popular venue for weddings
whirlpool or just relax in the soothing warm water of and other special life events.
the therapy pool.

Wagner Farm
www.glenviewparks.org
1510 Wagner Rd., Glenview • 847.657.1506
One of the last working dairy farms in Cook County is
open to the public for recreation and learning. Explore
the world of American agriculture and rural life as it
existed in 1920–1950s. See how bread was made in a
wood stove, take a hay ride or milk a cow. If your kids’
think that milk comes in a carton and chicken comes in
a package, it’s time to visit.
Wheeling Historical Society & Museum
www.wheelinghistoricalsociety.com
251 N. Wolf Rd., Wheeling • 847.537.3119
The past is never lost—as long as it is remembered.
Towards that goal, the Wheeling Historical Society
collects and preserves significant materials related to
our past and shares them through educational and
recreational activities that promote community
heritage and pride.

Winnetka Community House
www.winnetkacommunityhouse.org
620 Lincoln Ave., Winnetka • 847.446.0537
Built in 1911, is a non-profit, the Winnetka Community
House is a historic and welcoming facility that enrich
the lives of area residents, their families and friends by
providing educational, cultural, social and recreation
opportunities for people of all ages. In addition, the
unique event spaces are available for rental for
weddings, parties and meetings.

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