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Gary Wiren to Speak at Center for History
The Center for History is pleased to present Mr. Gary Wiren
in its Fairways, Greens & Clubs Golf Museum on Wednesday,
July 29, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. for his program The Fascinating World
of Golf and How Early Professionals Solved Its Secrets and Mysteries.
Following the program visitors will have an opportunity to... Read
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| For 30 years the Center for History has proudly
served Wheaton by collecting and preserving history, providing thought
provoking exhibits and education programs, valuable research assistance,
unique historic tours, and much more. The Center's Anniversary Gift
to you -- Free admission every Tuesday in July and every Saturday
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PASSPORT to Adventure
Visit the Center for History and other amazing museums
in DuPage and Kane Counties. Come for Outta this World!
at the Center for History 315 W. Front St. (above Gino’s Pizza).
Find out about Wheaton’s two world-famous astronomers and
the universe they explored with fun hands-on activities. Read
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Fairways, Greens &
Clubs Exhibit
The diverse evolution of golf and its relationship to society
comes alive through the unique exhibit, Fairways, Greens &
Clubs. Staged in a replica of the interior of a traditional golf
clubhouse, the mystique of vintage golf comes alive through displays
showing the progression of golf equipment, infiltration of golf clubs...
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Disaster, Courage &
Silence Exhibit
The ships taking Western Electric employees, their friends
and families, on a company outing never left the docks of the Chicago
River. Onlookers watched in disbelief as the SS Eastland capsized
right before their eyes. This captivating exhibit will look at the
people and the ship that made maritime history. Read
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