Sightseeing
Local GemAurora, Illinois
FreeFox River city west of Chicago with a historic Paramount Theatre, outlet shopping, and a large waterpark.
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MuseumsFamily FavoriteHistory Buff
Naper Settlement
Naper Settlement is a museum in Naperville, IL, part of the Chicago guide. Cost: under $25.
523 S. Webster St. · Naperville, IL
Why you should go…
Naper Settlement gathers more than thirty historic structures, many relocated from around Naperville, into one walkable village depicting life from the 1830s through the early 1900s. Costumed interpreters staff the buildings for hands-on demonstrations and tours.
- #living history
- #village
- #naperville
- #outdoor museum
- #19th century
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