Living in Evanston
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| Dearborn Observatory | |
| Address: | 2131 Tech Drive, Evanston, IL 60208-2900 |
| E-mail: | physics-astronomy@northwestern.edu |
| Phone: | (847) 491-7650 |
| Fax: | (847) 491-3135 |
| Parent Org.: | Northwestern University Department of Physics , Astronomy and Astrophysics |
| Description: | The Dearborn Observatory is open for public observing with the historic 18.5" refracting telescope every Friday night from 9-11 pm. |
| Notes: | The Friday sessions are open to anyone and there are two options for visiting:
9 to 10pm: One hour session by reservation only. Your group will be able to use the telescope for the full hour. 10 to 11pm: Walk-ins are welcome but space in the dome is limited. Therefore, there is no guarantee of getting to use the telescope if we are very crowded. There is no charge for these Friday night events; however, we do require a refundable deposit for large group reservations. Additionally, the Dearborn Observatory is available for private viewing events on other evenings. Please call the Astronomy Department at (847) 491-7650 for more information or to place reservations.Unfortunately, the Dearborn is NOT ADA-accessible. Several staircases must be climbed in order to reach the telescope. |
| Updated 5/19/2012 | |
| Evanston History Center | |
| Address: | 225 Greenwood, Evanston, IL 60201 |
| Contact: | Eden Juron Pearlman, Director |
| E-mail: | kalvarez@evanstonhistorycenter.org |
| Phone: | 847-475-3410 |
| Fax: | 847-475-3599 |
| Description: | The Evanston History Center, located in the historic Charles Dawes House, works to present,teach and interpret Evanston's rich history through museum tours, special exhibits, annual special events.
The Charles Gates Dawes House may be visited during regularly scheduled Tours. Individuals may conduct research on their homes or other topics using the Frank B. Foster Research Room and EHC Archives. The History Center is available for Event Rentals . Learn more about Evanston history through the Evanston History Center Blog. |
| Updated 11/7/2012 | |
| Frances Willard Historical Association | |
| Address: | 1730 Chicago Avenue, Evanston, Illinois 60201 |
| E-mail: | info@franceswillardhouse.org |
| Phone: | 847-328-7500 |
| Description: | Maintains Frances E. Willard Memorial Library and the Frances E. Willard House, a national historical landmark built in 1865. Commemorates the life and deeds of Frances E. Willard, an influential figure who fought for women's rights and temperance.
Offers programs on the life and legacy of Miss Willard; maintains a speaker's bureau |
| Notes: | The Frances Willard House is open the first and third Sundays of the month from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Tours generally last one hour. Special tours may be scheduled for any time, depending on docent availability.
The Frances Willard Memorial Library and Archives is open by appointment only for research requests and information. The library's holdings include Frances Willard's personal papers and the organizational records of the WCTU. Call (847) 864-1397 or email info@franceswillardhouse.org for more information and appointments. |
| Updated 3/18/2013 | |
| Grosse Point Lighthouse Park District and Preservation Fund | |
| Address: | 2601 Sheridan Rd., Evanston, IL 60201-1752 |
| Contact: | Donald J. Terras, Director |
| E-mail: | lpdnhl@grossepointlighthouse.net |
| Phone: | 847-328-6961 |
| Description: | The park district, established in 1929, is responsible for administration of the Grosse Point Lighthouse site, a National Historic Landmark.
Tours of the lighthouse take place Saturday and Sunday afternoons, June-September, 2-4 p.m. Admission: $6 for adults and $3 for children aged 8 to 12. The grounds are open to the public free of charge, year-round. |
| Notes: | The Lighthouse Park District of Evanston Board of Commissioners holds meetings on Mondays at 2601 Sheridan Road, Evanston, IL at 7:30 P.M. Schedule on website.
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| Updated 5/21/2012 | |
| Mary and Leigh Block Museum of Art | |
| Address: | 40 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston, IL 60208 |
| E-mail: | block-museum@northwestern.edu |
| Phone: | 847-491-4000 |
| Fax: | 847-491-2261 |
| Parent Org.: | Northwestern University |
| Description: | A multi-faceted museum whose permanent collection includes works by Moore, Miro, Arp and other outstanding artists. The Museum mounts several exhibitions a year, organizes numerous lectures, symposia, and workshops with artists and scholars, and screens classic and contemporary films at Block Cinema. |
| Updated 5/21/2012 | |
