Event

History Alive! American Revolution

Event Details

Date:
Wed, Jun 10, 2026
Time:
10:00 am - 1:00 pm

First Division Museum at Cantigny

1s151 Winfield Road
Wheaton, IL 60189
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American Revolution

History Alive! Summer Family Activity

First Division Museum Lobby
Wednesday, June 10, 10 am – 1 pm
Free with paid parking

What did a soldier in the American Revolution wear and carry? Explore reproduction uniform pieces and equipment, then try an interactive activity to learn more about the life and challenges of a Revolutionary War soldier.

History Alive! Summer Schedule

Explore new eras of history with this series of free drop-in activities:
June 3 – American Revolution
June 10 – American Revolution
June 17 – American Civil War
June 24 – World War I
July 1 – Eat Like a Soldier
July 8 – World War II
July 15 – Baseball in World War II
July 22 – Vietnam War
July 29 – Operation Desert Storm
August 5 – Modern Soldiers
August 12 – World War II