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Rosemary Mackey

City of West Chicago

475 Main Street

West Chicago, Illinois 60185

(630) 293-2200 ext. 139

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West Chicago City Museum Hosts Traveling Exhibit:
Changing Worlds

March 2-14, 2009

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West Chicago, IL: January 23, 2009 -
The West Chicago City Museum will host a traveling exhibit from Changing Worlds, a Chicago-based educational arts nonprofit, Monday, March 2, 2009 through Saturday, March 14, 2009.

The exhibit traces the lives of 10 families whose stories of change, loss and cultural traditions take the viewer on an exploration of new beginnings, courageous triumphs and dreams for the future. The exhibit features stories of families from Cambodia, Iraq, Mexico, Somalia, Pakistan, Poland, Nicaragua, Palestine, Bosnia and Puerto Rico.

The exhibit is open to the general public during normal Museum hours; Tuesday - Friday, 10:30 am – 3:30 p.m., and Saturday 11:00 am – 3:00 pm. Tours are also available for schools, youth organizations, senior groups, home educators, and others. Please contact the City Museum at (630) 231-3376 or museum@westchicago.org for more information.

 

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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 directly at (630) 293-2200 x 139.
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