Des Plaines History Center

Programs for Children

Scout Programs for Boys and Girls
Programs designed to help scouts to earn various badges. Call the History Center for more information.

Home-School Programs
A monthly program from September through May. Students learn about history while doing hands-on activities.

Afternoon Adventures
A weekly summer program while students are off of school. New projects every week.

School Day Off Adventures
Make unique craft projects on select school days off from September through May.

In-School Programs
FREE to schools in Des Plaines, school programs are geared toward grades 1-5 and held in the school classroom.

Programs for Adults

Coffee Talks
Coffee Talks are a FREE monthly program featuring a historical talk or performance.

Evening Lectures
Special evening lectures are held several times each year featuring presentations on historical topics.

Presentations & Workshops
Looking for a presentation for your group or organization? The History Center has a variety of programs to select from, designed to be taken "on the go" to your location.

Special Events

• River Days Festival and Fish Boil (August)
• Chinese New Year (January/February)
• Mini Golf FUNraiser (August)
• Mrs. Thoma's Chili Supper (October)
• Day of the Dead (October/November)
• Winter Holiday Gala (December)

..and don't forget to look for us at:

• Taste of Des Plaines (June)
• Fourth of July Parade and Fireworks at Oakton Community College (July)
• New Year's Eve on the Plaza (December)