Location: Saint Charles
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What to do and see in Saint Charles, Illinois (IL): The Best Sights & Landmarks
St. Charles is a city in DuPage and Kane counties in the U.S. state of Illinois. It lies roughly 40 miles (64 km) west of Chicago on Illinois Route 64. According to a U.S. Census Bureau estimate in July 2012, the city had a total population of 33,327. The official city slogan is Pride of the Fox, after the Fox River that runs through the center of town. St. Charles is part of a tri-city area along with Geneva and Batavia, all western suburbs of similar size and relative socioeconomic condition.
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1. St. Charles History Museum and The Curious Fox Gift
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
The St. Charles History Museum houses permanent and temporary exhibits, the Colonial Anderson Research Room, the Jack & Kathy Brens Exhibit Hall photo and research archives, the Curious Fox Gift Shop, administrative offices, and the collections storage facilities. The Museum is located in the 1928 McCornack Oil Company building at 215 East Main Street. The building served St. Charles as a Texaco gas station from 1928-1990. After renovations, the Museum opened to the public in May 2001. Prior to 2001, the Museum was located in the St. Charles Municipal Building. Leave your mark on history by supporting the St. Charles History Museum. The Museum relies on the generosity of its members and supporters throughout the community. The St. Charles History Museum is a 501(c) 3 and all charitable donations are tax deductible.
Reviewed By Steve74017
Very informative museum with well laid out exhibits. It is a small museum packed with lots of information that you can go through in and hour or two. Gives you the history of this quaint town. A must see.
2. Primrose Farm
3. Downtown St. Charles
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4.5 based on 125 reviews
Discover your City Side! Downtown St. Charles is home to two theatres, boutique shopping, award winning events, and an endless array of dining options. Come experience a place where the cherished past is complemented by an array of urban amenities. The Fox River, which runs through Downtown St. Charles, provides the perfect backdrop for a number of recreational activities.
Reviewed By underx1
Very nice area, it’s come a long way over the years. Very well laid out, lots to offer. Clean and safe Wide variety of food and drink establishments
