Wheaton, IL Tourist Attractions
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Wheaton was founded by Jesse and Warren Wheaton, they also founded Wheaton College in 1860. 24 religious publishers and organizations are located in Wheaton.
Cantigny Park
Cantigny Park includes formal gardens, wooded walks and picnic facilities on the 500 acre grounds. It is the former residence of Colonel Robert R. McCormick. Robert R. McCormick became the owner of the Chicago Tribune newspaper in 1874. The house was built in 1896 for his daughter and son-in-law.
Cantigny Gardens
The Cantigny Gardens were designed in 1967 by landscape architect Franz Lipp. Some of the garden features are the Fountain Garden, Rock Garden, Green Garden and Douglas Fir Garden.
Robert R. McCormick Museum
The restored Georgian residence was home to Colonel McCormick and his grandfather, Joseph Medill. Antique furnishings, carpets and paintings; sword and miniature cannon collections; and an Art Deco theater are on display.
First Division Museum
The First Division Museum has interactive galleries dedicated to the history of the Big Red One, the notable 1st Infantry Division of the United States Army.
Center for History (formerly Wheaton History Center)
Center for History in Wheaton allows visitors to experience history through hands-on activities. Exhibits are featured in the two galleries with emphasis on Wheaton and the College.
Cosley Zoo
Cosley Zoo, located on 5 acres, offers visitors an opportunity to see native Illinois wildlife and domestic farm animals in naturalistic environments. The facility is dedicated to education, conservation, and recreation.
DuPage County Historical Museum
DuPage County Historical Museum is housed in this Richardsonian Romanesque home, built in 1891 as the Adams Memorial Library. Exhibits cover over 150 years of local history including costumes, period settings and a model railroad.
Billy Graham Center
The Billy Graham Center has a museum that exhibits the history of evangelism from Colonial times to present. There is also a library and archives.
Wheaton College
Founded in 1860, Wheaton College began as Illinois Institute and then was renamed by Jonathan Blanchard, the first president.
Wheaton Pictures
