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SUMMARY:West Chicago Public Library Storytime in the Garden
DESCRIPTION:West Chicago Public Library Storytime in the Garden\nWednesday\, July 1\n10:30 – 11 am\nVisitors Center and Upper Display Garden \nThe West Chicago Public Library District and Cantigny invite you to Storytime in the garden. \nJoin library staff for American Tall Tales — stories to celebrate America’s 250th! This experience is perfect for children ages 6 and under\, with a grown-up by their side. \nBefore the storytelling begins\, remember to pick up a special parking pass from the West Chicago Public Library’s Youth Services desk (while supplies last). The pass grants FREE admission to Cantigny for the day\, so you can continue your adventure after the story. \nMeet at the Visitors Center welcome desk. We will walk to the storytime location as a group.
URL:https://cantigny.org/event/storytime-7-1/
LOCATION:Upper Display Garden
CATEGORIES:Gardens,Kids & Families
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SUMMARY:Paws in the Park Day
DESCRIPTION:Paws in the Park\nMondays\, March through October (excluding holidays)\nParking fee: $6 \nCalling all dog lovers! Get ready for some tail-wagging fun. Mondays are designated as “Paws in the Park Days” (excluding holidays like Labor Day and Indigenous People’s Day). So\, grab your four-legged companion\, hop in the car\, and get ready for some Barks and Recreation time in our beautiful gardens! \nJust a few doggone reminders: all visiting dogs should be social butterflies\, spreading waggy tails and love to fellow pups and humans alike. Don’t forget to bring along proof of up-to-date vaccinations for the safety of all. To keep everyone in check\, we kindly request that dogs remain on leashes and accompanied by their humans at all times. You’ll find sanitation stations throughout the park\, so please be on POOch Patrol and clean up after your pal. \nWhile our buildings are off-limits to our furry pals\, they’re guaranteed to have a blast exploring the great outdoors. So\, let the barking begin\, and let’s make sure our furry guests have an absolute ball! The park is open until sunset.\n\nPurchase Parking \nDog Policies\n\nFour-legged visitors must be friendly around fellow pups and humans alike.\nFor the safety of all\, be prepared to show proof of up-to-date vaccinations.\nDogs must remain on leashes and accompanied by their masters at all times. Retractable leashes are not permitted.\nSanitation stations are located throughout the park. Always clean up after your pet.\nDogs are not permitted inside Cantigny buildings.
URL:https://cantigny.org/event/paws-in-the-park-day-24-2-2-2/2026-07-06/
LOCATION:Cantigny Park\, 1s151 Winfield Rd\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60189\, United States
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SUMMARY:America 250 Garden Walk
DESCRIPTION:America 250 Garden Walk\nThursday July 9\, 6 pm\nMeet your guide in the Visitors Center\n$25 (includes one canned or bottled beverage)  \nWander the gardens\, accompanied by Director of Horticulture Jamie Burghardt\, and absorb the narrative story of this year’s display theme\, America 250. Several key components of modern everyday Americana either debuted or were catapulted into fame by Chicago’s 1893 Columbian exposition. From architecture to snack foods to the democratic sense of what being part of America meant\, the Fair inspires props that are further interpreted with Cantigny’s renowned seasonal summer displays. Discover more about the fabrication of our signature fabric art piece\, Gallantly Streaming\, in the patriotic-colored Upper Garden. Your ticket includes one canned or bottled beverage/refreshment during this 90-minute stroll.\n\nRegister
URL:https://cantigny.org/event/america-250-garden-walk/
LOCATION:Visitors Center\, 1s151 Winfield Rd.\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60189\, United States
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SUMMARY:Paws in the Park Day
DESCRIPTION:Paws in the Park\nMondays\, March through October (excluding holidays)\nParking fee: $6 \nCalling all dog lovers! Get ready for some tail-wagging fun. Mondays are designated as “Paws in the Park Days” (excluding holidays like Labor Day and Indigenous People’s Day). So\, grab your four-legged companion\, hop in the car\, and get ready for some Barks and Recreation time in our beautiful gardens! \nJust a few doggone reminders: all visiting dogs should be social butterflies\, spreading waggy tails and love to fellow pups and humans alike. Don’t forget to bring along proof of up-to-date vaccinations for the safety of all. To keep everyone in check\, we kindly request that dogs remain on leashes and accompanied by their humans at all times. You’ll find sanitation stations throughout the park\, so please be on POOch Patrol and clean up after your pal. \nWhile our buildings are off-limits to our furry pals\, they’re guaranteed to have a blast exploring the great outdoors. So\, let the barking begin\, and let’s make sure our furry guests have an absolute ball! The park is open until sunset.\n\nPurchase Parking \nDog Policies\n\nFour-legged visitors must be friendly around fellow pups and humans alike.\nFor the safety of all\, be prepared to show proof of up-to-date vaccinations.\nDogs must remain on leashes and accompanied by their masters at all times. Retractable leashes are not permitted.\nSanitation stations are located throughout the park. Always clean up after your pet.\nDogs are not permitted inside Cantigny buildings.
URL:https://cantigny.org/event/paws-in-the-park-day-24-2-2-2/2026-07-13/
LOCATION:Cantigny Park\, 1s151 Winfield Rd\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60189\, United States
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SUMMARY:Accessible Birding
DESCRIPTION:Accessible Birding\nVisitors Center\nFriday\, July 17\, 8 am \nAccessible Birding events at Cantigny aim to make a fun activity available to all. Ideal for those with limited mobility\, the outing will last about 90 minutes or maybe a bit longer if we get carried away. Participants should feel free to stay as long as they wish. We will be on firm or hard surfaces — fine for those using canes\, walkers and wheelchairs. We’ll search for birds at a slow and easy pace\, staying fairly close to the Visitors Center. \nBeginning birders are welcome\, and binoculars will be available for borrowing (first come\, first serve). Wheelchairs are also available for sign-out at the Visitors Center information kiosk. \nLimit 15 participants (including caregivers).  All must register (including Cantigny Park members) by using the button below. The $6 program cost includes parking.\n\nRegister \nIf you need assistance with registration\, please call Kristan at 630.260.8162. \nFor more information about birding at Cantigny\, check out these links: \nCantigny.org birding page \nFor information about accessible birding\, check out: \nBirdability.org
URL:https://cantigny.org/event/accessible-birding-7-17/
LOCATION:Visitors Center\, 1s151 Winfield Rd.\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60189\, United States
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SUMMARY:Paws in the Park Day
DESCRIPTION:Paws in the Park\nMondays\, March through October (excluding holidays)\nParking fee: $6 \nCalling all dog lovers! Get ready for some tail-wagging fun. Mondays are designated as “Paws in the Park Days” (excluding holidays like Labor Day and Indigenous People’s Day). So\, grab your four-legged companion\, hop in the car\, and get ready for some Barks and Recreation time in our beautiful gardens! \nJust a few doggone reminders: all visiting dogs should be social butterflies\, spreading waggy tails and love to fellow pups and humans alike. Don’t forget to bring along proof of up-to-date vaccinations for the safety of all. To keep everyone in check\, we kindly request that dogs remain on leashes and accompanied by their humans at all times. You’ll find sanitation stations throughout the park\, so please be on POOch Patrol and clean up after your pal. \nWhile our buildings are off-limits to our furry pals\, they’re guaranteed to have a blast exploring the great outdoors. So\, let the barking begin\, and let’s make sure our furry guests have an absolute ball! The park is open until sunset.\n\nPurchase Parking \nDog Policies\n\nFour-legged visitors must be friendly around fellow pups and humans alike.\nFor the safety of all\, be prepared to show proof of up-to-date vaccinations.\nDogs must remain on leashes and accompanied by their masters at all times. Retractable leashes are not permitted.\nSanitation stations are located throughout the park. Always clean up after your pet.\nDogs are not permitted inside Cantigny buildings.
URL:https://cantigny.org/event/paws-in-the-park-day-24-2-2-2/2026-07-20/
LOCATION:Cantigny Park\, 1s151 Winfield Rd\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60189\, United States
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SUMMARY:Bike Tour of the Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Bike Tour of the Gardens\nWednesday\, July 22\, 6:30 – 7:30pm\nMeet your guide in front of the Visitors Center\n$15 \nBob Carr\, greenhouse grower at Cantigny\, will lead a small group ride\, stopping at garden spots along the way to discuss the plantings. Biking through the gardens is only allowed on these tours. One child (no charge) may be included with each paying adult. \nTour will be canceled if lightning is imminent/present.\n\nRegister
URL:https://cantigny.org/event/bike-tour-of-the-gardens-7-22/
LOCATION:Visitors Center\, 1s151 Winfield Rd.\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60189\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gardens
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SUMMARY:History Hike
DESCRIPTION:History Hike\nVisitors Center\nSunday\, July 26\, 2pm\nFree registration required for tour. Cantigny has a parking fee. \nHave you ever wondered why Cantigny exists? What is the First Division Museum? Who was Robert R. McCormick? Why are there tanks here? How old are the beautiful gardens? Join us for a guided 45-minute walking tour of the park to learn more! Your guide will share some of their favorite stories about Cantigny and the McCormick family on a visit to some of the most interesting and beautiful locations around the park.\n\nRegister \nGuests can meet their guide in front of the Cantigny Park Visitors Center. \nThis program will not run in inclement weather. 
URL:https://cantigny.org/event/history-hike-7-26/
LOCATION:Visitors Center\, 1s151 Winfield Rd.\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60189\, United States
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SUMMARY:Paws in the Park Day
DESCRIPTION:Paws in the Park\nMondays\, March through October (excluding holidays)\nParking fee: $6 \nCalling all dog lovers! Get ready for some tail-wagging fun. Mondays are designated as “Paws in the Park Days” (excluding holidays like Labor Day and Indigenous People’s Day). So\, grab your four-legged companion\, hop in the car\, and get ready for some Barks and Recreation time in our beautiful gardens! \nJust a few doggone reminders: all visiting dogs should be social butterflies\, spreading waggy tails and love to fellow pups and humans alike. Don’t forget to bring along proof of up-to-date vaccinations for the safety of all. To keep everyone in check\, we kindly request that dogs remain on leashes and accompanied by their humans at all times. You’ll find sanitation stations throughout the park\, so please be on POOch Patrol and clean up after your pal. \nWhile our buildings are off-limits to our furry pals\, they’re guaranteed to have a blast exploring the great outdoors. So\, let the barking begin\, and let’s make sure our furry guests have an absolute ball! The park is open until sunset.\n\nPurchase Parking \nDog Policies\n\nFour-legged visitors must be friendly around fellow pups and humans alike.\nFor the safety of all\, be prepared to show proof of up-to-date vaccinations.\nDogs must remain on leashes and accompanied by their masters at all times. Retractable leashes are not permitted.\nSanitation stations are located throughout the park. Always clean up after your pet.\nDogs are not permitted inside Cantigny buildings.
URL:https://cantigny.org/event/paws-in-the-park-day-24-2-2-2/2026-07-27/
LOCATION:Cantigny Park\, 1s151 Winfield Rd\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60189\, United States
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