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Illinois Holocaust Museum Mitchell Museum
www.ilholocaustmuseum.org of the American Indian
9603 Woods Dr. • Skokie www.mitchellmuseum.org
847.967.4800 3001 Central St. • Evanston
Recognized as the third largest Holocaust Museum in the world, 847.475.1030
and designed by renowned Chicago architect Stanley Tigerman,
Showcasing the art, history and culture of North America native
this world-class museum offers memorable experiences that
people with permanent and temporary exhibits and hands-on
are not to be missed. Dedicated to teaching the universal
activities. Includes archeological, ethnographic and art objects
lessons of the Holocaust, the Museum inspires all ages to
from American Indian and Inuit (Eskimo) people from all time
take a stand against hatred, prejudice and indifference,
periods, from the Paleo-Indian period through the present
today, and for generations to come. Travel through history as
day. Children can play in a mini wigwam and interact with
you explore life before, during and after the Holocaust. Step
objects throughout the museum. Docent led tours for groups
into an authentic German rail car, visit impressive galleries
of 5 to 30.
and contemplative spaces, both indoors and out. Leave inspired
to make a difference and take a stand for humanity.
North Shore Art League
Kohl Children’s Museum www.northshoreartleague.org
620 Lincoln Ave. • Winnetka
www.kohlchildrensmuseum.org 847.446.2870
2100 Patriot Blvd. • Glenview Founded in 1924, the League remains dedicated to enriching
847.832.6600
communities served through art education and exhibitions.
Offering hands-on, interactive exhibits designed exclusively Classes are conducted in the League’s facilities at the
for children. Learning is fun and interesting here. A visit to a historic Winnetka Community House. The main studio features
grocery store, a veterinarian’s office as well as a day care a 60 foot skylight, and the premiere print program offers
inhabited by dolls allow children to participate in adult activities classes for adults and children.
on their own scale. Children can also build a house, make
music, take care of cars, explore the properties of water and
much more. Northbrook History Museum
and Inn Shop
Little Beans Café www.northbrookhistory.org
1776 Walters Ave. • Northbrook
www.littlebeanscafe.com 847.498.3404
430 Asbury Ave. • Evanston
The Northbrook Historical Society was incorporated in 1974 to
847.807.3731
preserve the history of Northbrook. Housed in the Northfield
Little Beans Café is an imaginative playspace and recreational
Inn located on the Village Green, it’s purpose is to discover,
center for kids 0–12 years. Offering open drop-in play for
collect, preserve and disseminate knowledge about the
kids 0–6 years in Little Beans and for kids 5–12 years in
history of the Village of Northbrook, its exploration, settle-
Big Beans. Also offering drop-in play and scheduled activities
ment, development and progress.
in a half-court gym, classes, events, camps, birthday parties
and more.
Northwestern University
www.northwestern.edu
633 Clark St. • Evanston
847.491.3741
A Big Ten school and one of the leading universities in the
U.S. Its Evanston campus is on the shores of beautiful Lake
Michigan. Founded in 1851, this renowned educational ATTRACTIONS
institution is rich in stunning architecture. More than 150 his-
torically significant and interesting sites on campus are featured
in various walking tours, each taking approximately 30 minutes
to complete. Highlights include The Arch, University Hall, and
The Arts Circle.
Kohl Children’s Museum, Glenview
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