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Posted on: May 1, 2019

[ARCHIVED] Worlds of Wonder Exhibit opens May 17

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Worlds of Wonder: Remembering Chicagoland’s Amusement Parks

May 17-August 18, 2019

Chicago has had its share of jaw-dropping, awe-inspiring amusement parks, from the rotations of the first Ferris wheel at the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition to the ups-and-downs of the Bobs at Riverview. Celebrate Chicago’s favorite destinations for fun and thrills, from early trolley parks to mid-century suburban attractions like Kiddieland, Santa’s Village, and Dispensa’s Kiddie Kingdom. Learn about the signature rides and iconic venues through rare photos and video, memorabilia, and intriguing artifacts. Interactive family-friendly stations include a Skee-Ball game, marble roller coaster track, virtual reality roller coaster experience, photo booth and more. Sponsored by: Classic Cinemas/York Theatre, Suburban Bank & Trust, The Marke of Elmhurst by Opus.

Location: Elmhurst History Museum, 120 E. Park Ave., Elmhurst

Hours: Sun., Tues.-Fri .1-5 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Admission: FREE

More info: elmhursthistory.org or 630-833-1457