History Connections! Combat Communications
First Division Museum at Cantigny 1s151 Winfield Road, Wheaton, ILSee how soldiers sent messages across battlefields! Explore how communication has changed over time and try our hands-on activity.
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History Alive! American Civil War
First Division Museum at Cantigny 1s151 Winfield Road, Wheaton, ILExplore reproduction uniform pieces and equipment, then try an interactive activity to learn more about the life and challenges of an American Civil War soldier.
SOLD OUT – Military Science: Rockets
First Division Museum PavilionLearn about military rockets, experiment with basic principles of rocketry, and launch different types of model rockets.
History Connections! Smells Like History
First Division Museum at Cantigny 1s151 Winfield Road, Wheaton, ILHistory isn’t just something you see, you can smell it too! Match scents to moments from the past in this hands-on activity.
History Alive! World War I
First Division Museum at Cantigny 1s151 Winfield Road, Wheaton, ILExplore reproduction uniform pieces and equipment, then try an interactive activity to learn more about the life and challenges of a World War I soldier.
History Hike
Cantigny Visitors Center 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton, ILHistory Hike Visitors Center Friday June 26, 10 am Free registration required for tour. Cantigny has a parking fee. Have you ever wondered why Cantigny exists? What is the First Division Museum? Who was Robert R. McCormick? Why are there tanks here? How old are the beautiful gardens? Join us for a guided 45-minute walking […]
History Connections! Combat Canines
First Division Museum at Cantigny 1s151 Winfield Road, Wheaton, ILSee how dogs have supported soldiers on missions over time! Discover the roles of these four-legged heroes and try our hands-on activity.
SOLD OUT – First Division Museum Tour
First Division Museum at Cantigny 1s151 Winfield Road, Wheaton, ILFirst Division Museum Guided Tour Saturday, June 27, 2 pm Free registration required for tour. Cantigny has a parking fee. Experience the remarkable history of the U.S. Army's oldest and most storied division, the First Infantry Division. This sixty-minute guided tour covers the missions and accomplishments of the men and women of the Big Red […]
History Alive! Eat Like a Soldier
First Division Museum at Cantigny 1s151 Winfield Road, Wheaton, ILEat Like a Soldier History Alive! Summer Family Activity First Division Museum Lobby Wednesday, July 1, 10 am - 1 pm Free with paid parking What did soldiers eat on the battlefield? From hardtack to canned rations and modern MREs, explore how military meals have evolved over time. Get a close-up look at historical rations, […]
History Alive! World War II
First Division Museum at Cantigny 1s151 Winfield Road, Wheaton, ILExplore reproduction uniform pieces and equipment, then try an interactive activity to learn more about the life and challenges of a World War II soldier.