January Craft Saturday Offers Fun and Civil War History

West Chicago City Museum

132 Main Street

January 19, 2008 from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.

West Chicago, Illinois: January 4, 2008 - Join the fun of January Craft Saturday at the West Chicago City Museum on January 19, 2008 from 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. As part of the Museum's continuing association with The History Channel’s Save Our History program, the coordinated theme for the January activity will be the Civil War.

Children of all ages are invited to learn about the importance of Civil War regiment flags and how they gave each set of troops an identity, and a source of pride that was protected at all costs. Participants will design and make their own flag to take home.

All are welcome to this free event at the West Chicago City Museum, located downtown at 132 Main Street. If you have questions, please contact Sara Phalen at 630-231-3376 or at wchistory@yahoo.com.

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West Chicago is the one of the fastest-growing cities in DuPage County in the western suburbs of Chicago, Illinois. With a current population of more than 25,000, West Chicago is a diverse, family-oriented community with a rich cultural mix and a proud heritage. West Chicago is the first Illinois community established by the railroads and continues to be a convenient transportation hub served by three major rail lines, Illinois' third-busiest airport and three state highways. West Chicago offers award-winning schools, a growing industrial park and convenient access to parks, shopping and restaurants. Additional information can be found on the city's website at www.westchicago.org or by calling Rosemary Mackey directlyat (630) 293-2200 x 139.

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