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April 2019
Remembering Killing Fields Exhibit
Visit the "Remembering Killing Fields Exhibit" with the National Cambodian Heritage Museum and Killing Fields Memorial to learn about the 3 years, 8 months and 20 days, that led to more than two million Cambodians dying from ruthless slaughter, starvation, and disease. This exhibition honors not only those who died but also those who survived to keep their memory alive. Learn More
Find out more »September 2019
D-Day Warriors: American Indians in the Military
D-Day Warriors honors Native soldiers who served during World War II and throughout U.S. history. The exhibition follows the story of Charles Shay, a young medic who served as one of 500 American Indian soldiers at the D-Day invasion. Through photography, historical accounts and video interviews, get a personal look at Shay’s experience and gain a broader understanding of American Indian’s service in the military, past and present. Included with Museum Admission
Find out more »December 2019
Breakfast with Tomten
One of our most popular family events of the year! Join us on either Saturday or Sunday for a Swedish pancake breakfast with traditional crafts, a special visit from Tomten, and more. Prepaid and confirmed tickets are required and no refunds available for cancellations within 5 days of event. Cost: $15 members (adults and children 2 and over) $20 non-members (adults and children 2 and over) $5 children aged 12-24 months, infants are free.
Find out more »2019 Parranda! A Food and Music Journey
Immerse yourself in the Puerto Rican Parranda experience! Join Segundo Belvis Ruiz Cultural Center for a family-friendly musical journey. Segundo Ruiz Belvis Cultural Center and Los Pleneros de Don Segundo invite you to a cultural immersive experience in the heart of the Puerto Rican Parranda tradition, part of the world's longest Christmas celebration, extending from Thanksgiving in November to the San Sebastián Street Festival in late January. Your parranda experience includes: Food tastings in all four stops. Transportation in a…
Find out more »Gingerbread House Decoration
Want some new ideas when it comes to decorating your gingerbread house? Always wished someone could teach you how to make yours better? Just want to do it together with others in a festive setting? Ann Cutler is here to teach you how to make the gingerbread house of your dreams. Ann Cutler is the lead cookie decorator at Bittersweet Pastry Shop in Chicago. She has made countless celebration cookies as well as custom creations for clients such as the…
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