Military Science: Rockets

First Division Museum Pavilion

Learn 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, IL

History 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, IL

Explore 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, IL

History 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 […]

History Connections! Combat Canines 

First Division Museum at Cantigny 1s151 Winfield Road, Wheaton, IL

See how dogs have supported soldiers on missions over time! Discover the roles of these four-legged heroes and try our hands-on activity.

First Division Museum Tour

First Division Museum at Cantigny 1s151 Winfield Road, Wheaton, IL

First 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 […]

History Alive! Eat Like a Soldier

First Division Museum at Cantigny 1s151 Winfield Road, Wheaton, IL

Eat 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 […]

History Alive! World War II

First Division Museum at Cantigny 1s151 Winfield Road, Wheaton, IL

Explore reproduction uniform pieces and equipment, then try an interactive activity to learn more about the life and challenges of a World War II soldier.

History Connections! Helmet Evolution

First Division Museum at Cantigny 1s151 Winfield Road, Wheaton, IL

See how helmets evolved to keep soldiers safe! Match them to different wars and try our hands-on game.

History Alive! Baseball in World War II

First Division Museum at Cantigny 1s151 Winfield Road, Wheaton, IL

Step up to the plate and discover how baseball changed during World War II!