City of West Chicago, Illinois

Where History and Progress Meet

Independence Day Closing

City Hall Closed
Friday, July 3, 2020
Happy Independence Day

Halloween Safety Tips & Official Trick or Treat Hours

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Official Trick-or-Treat HoursThursday, October 31, 20193:00 – 7:00 p.m. Parents are encouraged to go over some basic safety tips with children before the big day. The following information is provided by the West Chicago Police Department: Always wear light-colored and/or reflective clothing so children can be seen in the dark Try to avoid wearing masks that […]

30 Years of Tales Tombstones Tell Brings Local History to Life

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The City Museum will present the 30th annual Tales Tombstones Tell at Oakwood Cemetery, located at York Street and Oakwood Avenue, on Friday, October 4, 2019. Tours begin at 6:30 pm and start off every 10 minutes thereafter, with the last tour starting at 7:30 pm.  Tours last approximately 45 minutes and no reservations are […]

Home, a New Exhibit at the City Museum

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The newest exhibit at the West Chicago City Museum focuses on a topic dear to everyone’s heart – home. Earlier this year a call for art was announced encouraging artists working in both visual and performing arts to collaborate with the Museum on an exhibit which would reflect the history of West Chicago through the […]

New City Museum Exhibit – Home

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The Museum regularly opens new exhibits focusing on specific themes of special interest to the community. The exhibits are meant to educate and engage using engaging media and insightful presentation. Home Artists explore the meaning of “home” as it applies to the history of West Chicago though eleven new works of art. This exhibit includes […]