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Museum Programs

The Museum offers a variety of programs for all ages! For specific dates and times of our programs, activities and events, visit Elk Grove Park District online registration or view the Seasonal Activity Guide. Call 847.439.3994 or email the Program Manager for more information

Game Night at the Museum

Age 16+yrs
Fee Free
Managing a farm in early Elk Grove left little time for fun and games – but you know what they say about all work and no play! Beat the mid-week blues at our monthly board game gathering. Stop by solo or with your crew, bring an old favorite or try something new from our collection. Pop in for a quick game or hang out for the whole evening. Light refreshments will be provided. Please register online by searching activity number 307408 or call 847.439.3994
Wed, Feb 5 from 6 – 8pm
Wed, Mar 5 from 6 – 8pm
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Kids Programs

Age 6 – 12yrs
Fee $3R / $5NR (Adult attendance is free)
Bring the family for an afternoon of fun at the Historical Museum! Please register online by searching activity number 307606 or call 847.439.3994
Spring is Springing
Wed, Mar 19 from 6 – 7:30pm
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Coffee with the Curator

Age 18+yrs
Fee Free
Kick off your weekend with a brief presentation followed by open discussion including Museum Staff on a variety of topics. Light refreshments will be provided. Please register online by searching activity number 301618 or call 847.439.3994
The History of the Historical Museum
Fri, Jan 31 from 10:30 – 11:30am
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Who is Casimir Pulaski
Fri, Feb 28 from 10:30 – 11:30am
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Coming Together an Exhibition in Review
Fri, Mar 28 from 10:30 – 11:30am
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Vintage Valentines

Age All
Fee
$5
Celebrate the history of love and romance at the Historical Museum by making your own Victorian-inspired Valentine. See real Valentines from the past century and a half of our community’s history, and express your own creativity using scrapbooking and collage methods similar to those used in the late 1800s.
Sat, Feb 8 from 1 – 3pm
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St. Patrick’s Day Crafts

Age All
Fee
$5
Everyone loves a four-leaf clover, but what is St. Patrick’s Day really about? Explore the origins and diverse celebrations of this globally recognized holiday, and make your own version of a traditional Irish craft to take home.
Sat, Mar 15 from 1 – 3pm
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