Wheaton College Campus, Photo Courtesy of DuPage CVB.
Morton Arboretum 1-acre maze.
Performing artists at Wheaton College.
First Division Museum, Cantigny Park - Photo Courtesy of DuPage CVB.
permanent and temporary exhibit space. Wheaton College also contributes to Wheaton’s art scene. Their Artist Series features world-renowned performers showcasing their unique musical expressions in Edman Chapel. Plan to enhance the evening experience by attending Grace Notes, the free pre-concert conversation before each main series event. In other art news, beginning on June 5, the Cleve Carney Museum of Art and the McAninch Arts Center at the College of DuPage, in nearby Glen Ellyn, will host one of the largest private collections of original artwork by Frida Kahlo in a multifaceted exhibition entitled “Frida Kahlo: Timeless.” The exhibition, on view June 5 – September 6, 2021, will be the most comprehensive presentation of Kahlo’s work displayed in the Chicago area in more than 40 years. The DuPage Art League is active in Wheaton and presents a number of gallery exhibits, free public fine arts programs, and exhibits by the league’s artists in numerous commercial and public buildings. If you’re searching for fresh air, check out one of nearly 50 Wheaton city parks. This list doesn’t even include the large ones like The Morton Arboretum or Cantigny Park.
Cantigny Park is the 500-acre former estate of Col. Robert R. McCormick, the longtime editor and publisher of the Chicago Tribune . It was named after a small village in France, where Col. McCormick commanded an artillery battalion in 1918 as a member of the U.S. Army’s First Division. The Battle of Cantigny was America’s first victory in World War I. You’ll never be bored at Cantigny and you may never have time to explore the entire site. I’m sure the variety of options will appeal to someone in your party. These include the Robert R. McCormick Museum, the First Division Museum, Cantigny Gardens, Visitors Center, and Walking Trails. Cantigny Golf, a 300-acre complex, includes 27 scenic holes and a full-service clubhouse with dining and banquet facilities. My husband, an avid bird watcher, found the walking paths irresistible and photographed many beautiful birds. The Morton Arboretum, in nearby Lisle, was founded in 1922 by Joy Morton, whose father founded Arbor Day. As an aside, Joy Morton founded the Morton Salt Company in Chicago in 1885. The motto of the arboretum is “Plant Trees.” Its grounds, covering 1,700 acres, include catalogued collections of trees, gardens, and restored areas. Enjoy the hiking trails, roadways for driving and bicycling, a 4-acre interactive children’s garden, and a
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