Glenview was first settled in 1833 by pioneers after the Winnebago tribe gave up the last of their land in the area. The village has been called several different names including South Northfield, then North Branch as well as Oak Glen. It eventually became Glenview as it is known today.
The closure of the Glenview Naval Air Station allowed for the Glen as it is now known to be redeveloped. Neighborhood parks were created, Gallery Park and Little Bear Garden, and the Kohl Children's Museum was relocated to the area.
Hands-on activities allow visitors to touch and explore at the Kohl Children's Museum in Glenview. Science, basic life skills, the arts and world culture are featured. Children can learn about math, science and social studies through Daily Discoveries led by museum staff.
The Main Street offers the opportunity for children to learn about cars, how a store is run, what happens at the vet's office or take a trip to the library.
Address: Kohl Children's Museum, 2100 Patriot Boulevard, Glenview, IL 60026, United States
Phone: 1 (847) 832-6600, Fax: 1 (847) 724-6469
Hours:
June 1 to August 31: 9:30am-5pm; Sun:12pm-5pm; Mon:9:30am-12pm
September 1 to May 31: 9:30am-5pm; Sun:12pm-5pm; Mon:9:30am-12pm
Always closed on: Memorial Day - USA (last Monday, May ), American Independance Day (July 4)
The Grove is 123 wooded acres featuring a 19th-century one-room schoolhouse, log cabin, and the lovely Redfield House - an example of the Louis Sullivan School of Chicago architecture. There are miles of hiking trails and programs to help discover pioneer life.
Hours:
8am-4:30pm; Sun:9am-5pm; Sat:9am-5pm
Always closed on: New Year's Day (January 1), American Independance Day (July 4), Christmas - Christian (December 25)
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