Operated by The Historical Society of Oak Park & River Forest

129 Lake St., Oak Park, IL  (708) 848-6755

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See "Open House: The Legacy of Fair Housing" on exhibit now

Plan Your Visit

Click here to learn more about how to plan your museum visit.
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Gunderson Walking Tour Sat. May 28

Stroll through southeast Oak Park on the "Growing with the Gundersons" Walking Tour.
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Monthly Virtual Programs

Watch recordings and sign up to join us live May 27
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Research at the Museum

Find out how to research your house, family, and OPRF history in our Fields Research Center.
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Hometown Legends  View More ›

  • William W. Parks

    1921 — 2008
  • Jane Hamilton

    1957

This Month in History  View More ›

Oak Park's Last Livery Stables Closes Its Doors

May 1, 1920

Oak Park Embraces Diversity in 5-2 Vote

May 6, 1968

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