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38 Years of Wonder

Do you remember your first visit to DuPage Children’s Museum? Perhaps you brought your children to explore our interactive exhibits, or maybe you’ve recently discovered us with your grandchildren. For 38 years, we’ve been creating spaces where children and families experience the joy of learning through play.

On June 24, we’re celebrating our 38th birthday—a milestone that would not be possible without supporters like you.

 

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A Dream & Determination

Our Story Began in 1987

Founders Louise Beem and Dorothy Carpenter launched DCM with just a station wagon full of hands-on exhibits and a dream: to give children more opportunities to learn through play.

 

Their vision laid the foundation for what we are today:

  • An award-winning museum welcoming 320,000+ guests each year
  • A place where 5,075 families access Need-based Memberships
  • A partner to over 400 DCM Wonder Clubs bringing STEAM education to communities statewide

 

Today, We Carry Their Legacy Forward
As public funding shifts, we rely more on supporters like you to help us.

Birthday Honor Roll

Be Part of the Party 🎉
Make a gift by June 30 and you’ll be included here, in our Birthday Honor Roll—a shout-out to the amazing people making our mission possible.

 

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