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February 17, 2026 - January 1, 2027
Recurring weekly on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
In commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 2026, Naper Settlement invites your to explore stories of democracy, freedom, and community from across the nation and in our own backyards. We the People: Naperville and the American Story, brings visitors on a journey through our nation’s history and invites them to explore the rights, revolutions, and freedoms that have shaped the U.S. from 1776 to today. Through thought-provoking artifacts, imagery, and a series of new hands-on interactives, visitors will connect Naperville’s history to the nations and leave inspired to make their mark on the next 250 years!
Exhibit Highlights Include:
- Dig deeper into the Declaration of Independence! Explore the founding documents in new ways on our interactive table. Challenge your friends and family members to our "Declaration vs. Constitution" and "Can You Pass the Citizenship Test?" games.
- Dive into the revolutions that transformed America, including the rapid evolution of telecommunications, with a new interactive experience that lets visitors test various technologies from the 1800s to the present day.
- Discover the inspiring tales of Naperville residents who have left their mark on both local and national history and explore rarely seen artifacts including the desk of Pulitzer Prize-winning Cartoonist Dick Locher.
- Think you can create your own town? Test your Naperville knowledge and discover how the city's landscape was purposefully shaped over time.
Join us for our year-long USA 250 Celebration with unique programs & hands-on experiences designed to educate and inspire connection through our local and national history!For more information on upcoming events and programs, please visit NaperSettlement.org/250Celebration
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