As the United States commemorates 250 years of independence, the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County is marking the occasion with special programs that connect people to local history, museum collections, and the evolving story of DuPage County.
Watch The Work of Many Hands
Follow the creation of a handmade American flag from heritage sheep wool to finished piece.
Now through Sept. 30, join the hunt for fun challenges and surprising stories related to Forest Preserve District history.
First, download the Goosechase app on your phone. Then, use join codes 5F3FST for "DuPage Forest: America’s 250th 1776 - 1832" and P2ULI8 for "DuPage Forest: America's 250th 2000 - Present."
Visit Stars and Stripes
Explore the history of this American symbol at Stars and Stripes: Our American Flag featuring historic flags and related artifacts from the Forest Preserve District’s museum collection. This free, all-ages exhibit is in the visitor center at St. James Farm and is open Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. through Oct. 31.
Celebrating the Fourth
July 2 • 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. Kline Creek Farm, West Chicago
Bring a picnic and enjoy an afternoon of hands-on history, including traditional 1890s games, a historic picnic display, and making ice cream using ice from the farm’s icehouse.
