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Applications are now being accepted for the 2026 award.

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Application deadline is April 6, 2026.

The Kinder House Museum of the Des Plaines History Center

Visitor & Education Center Hours
Mon–Fri, noon–4:00p
Other days and times are available by appointment.
Call
847-391-5399 or
email
contact@desplaineshistory.org
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— In the Gallery —
SPECIAL EXHIBIT
Illinois Archaeology:
Deep Roots of the Prairie State

An extraordinary traveling exhibit from
the Illinois State Archaeological Society.
For 5 weeks only
Wed, Jan 14–Thur, Feb 19
Special Exhibit Hours
Mon–Fri, noon–4:00p
Sundays, 10:00a–2:00p
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Our current exhibit,
Women of Des Plaines
is on display in the Education Center.
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Tours of the 1907 Kinder House Museum
are available by appointment.
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Our Gift Shop has a variety of
Des Plaines T-shirt designs,
a selection of beautiful note cards,
by local artist Elaine Tejcek,
postcards and books about Des Plaines and Illinois history, and other interesting memorabilia.
Shop here.
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Historical Research
Has someone told you a weird story about your house or the one down the street? Call or email us; we can help you find the real story!
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You are invited to become a member and support the work we do year-round to Keep History Alive!
We look forward to seeing you soon!
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