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Des Plaines architecture exhibit to open at History Center
"Des Plaines Architecture: An Exhibit about Our Homes and City," Wednesday, Feb. 17, from 4-7 p.m. Open to the public. Free!
The public is invited to attend the opening of the new exhibit, “Des Plaines Architecture: An Exhibit about Our Homes and City,” Wednesday, February 17, from 4-7 p.m. at the Des Plaines History Center, 781 Pearson Street. There is no charge.
Curator Philip Mohr decided to create this particular display because “people are interested in why their homes and neighborhoods look the way they do.” As guests browse the exhibit, Mohr hopes they become familiar with the most common housing styles in the community and deepen their knowledge of local architecture and history.
In addition to the exhibit opening, Mohr will deliver the Coffee Talk, “Identifying Your House,” Thursday, February 18, from 1:30-2:30 p.m. “The built environment is the setting for our lives,” said Mohr, “and we should take time to appreciate our surroundings, buildings new and old.”
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The public is welcome to attend both events. A $3 donation is suggested for those who attend the Coffee Talk. For more information, call 847-391-5399 or visit www.desplaineshistory.org. When online, visitors are invited to like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, and become a member to receive updates, bulletins, and newsletters.
The Des Plaines History Center is supported by the City of Des Plaines, the Des Plaines Park District, its members, and other local business and community contributors.
