Visitor & Education Center Hours
Mon through 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 —
Kathryn Lentz
Nature…Beyond the Lens
Wildlife photography.
Read more here
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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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