Wheaton Attractions
Wheaton was founded by Jesse and Warren Wheaton, they also founded Wheaton College in 1860. 24 religious publishers and organizations are located in Wheaton.
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.
Billy Graham Center
500 College Avenue
Wheaton, IL 60187-1909
United States
500 College Avenue
Wheaton, IL 60187-1909
United States
Phone 1 (630) 752-5157
Fax 1 (630) 752-5916
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.
Center for History
606 North Main Street
Wheaton, IL 60187-4167
United States
606 North Main Street
Wheaton, IL 60187-4167
United States
Phone 1 (630) 682-9472
Fax 1 (630) 682-9913
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 |
Cosley Zoo
Cosley Zoo features domestic farm animals and native Illinois wildlife. An 1887 railroad station, antique caboose, and a 125-year-old barn are found on the grounds.
Cosley Zoo
1356 North Gary Avenue
Wheaton, IL 60187
United States
1356 North Gary Avenue
Wheaton, IL 60187
United States
Phone 1 (630) 665-5534
Fax 1 (630) 260-6408
Hours
January 2 to March 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
April 1 to October 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
November 1 to November 30
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
December 1 to December 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 |
| Close | 21:00 | 21:00 | 21:00 | 21:00 | 21:00 | 21:00 | 21:00 |
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
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.
DuPage County Historical Museum
102 East Wesley Street
Wheaton, IL 60187
United States
102 East Wesley Street
Wheaton, IL 60187
United States
Phone 1 (630) 665-4710
Fax 1 (630) 665-5880
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 8:30 | 8:30 | 8:30 | 8:30 | 8:30 | 12:00 | 12:00 |
| Close | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Memorial Day - USA (last Monday, May )
American Independance Day (July 4)
Labor Day - USA (1st Monday, September)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
New Year's Eve (December 31)
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Christmas Eve - Christian (December 24)
Easter - Christian (Apr 08)
Memorial Day - USA (last Monday, May )
American Independance Day (July 4)
Labor Day - USA (1st Monday, September)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
New Year's Eve (December 31)
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Christmas Eve - Christian (December 24)
Easter - Christian (Apr 08)
Facilities
Gift shop
Wheaton College
Founded in 1860, Wheaton College began as Illinois Institute and then was renamed by Jonathan Blanchard, the first president.
Wheaton College
501 College Avenue
Wheaton, IL 60187-5593
United States
501 College Avenue
Wheaton, IL 60187-5593
United States
Phone 1 (630) 752-5000
Fax 1 (630) 752-7036
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