Durant House Museum
37W700 Dean Street, St. Charles, IL 60175
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This authentically restored and furnished 1843 prairie farm house features costumed interpreters who involve visitors in mid-19th century farm life.
The Durant House is recognized as Kane County’s own “Little House on the Prairie.” The Museum can be enjoyed in all the seasons, with special programs throughout the year designed to highlight a prairie family’s routines of work and play. A visit to the house offers a unique history experience. Costumed docents bring the past to life interpreting the prairie pioneer experience in this nationally recognized historic site. The Durant House Museum beckons visitors of all ages to come enjoy a trip back in time.
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STC Live!
First Street Plaza St. Charles • Jun 04 – Aug 29
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Plein Air is a week-long celebration of the arts as artists will paint at their easels at locations throughout St. Charles.
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