- TripBuzz found 650 things to do with kids in or near Barrington, Illinois, including 641 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Skokie, Glenview, West Chicago and Lombard.
- From Kids in Action Gymnastics Academy to Barrington Ice Arena, the Barrington area offers 109 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Movie Theaters, History Museums and Specialty Museums.
- Located around 30 miles northwest of Chicago, Barrington was founded in 1865. The village was the home of 'The Battle of Barrington', during which 'Baby Face' Nelson squared off with FBI agents. Barrington has a population of under 11,000 and the buildings were designed with late-19thcentury forms of architecture, including Queen Anne and Victorian Gothic.
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A small, historic theater and local landmark, the Pickwick Theater shows a variety of first-run movies, as well as occasional classic film series and special events. It offers an intimate setting, occasional specials, and deals on concessions.
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3 South Prospect Avenue, Park Ridge, IL
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Started by violinist Edgar Muenzer and his wife, The Park Ridge Civic Orchestra hosted its opening night in 1994 at the Pickwick Theatre. The orchestra holds concerts at The Pickwick Theatre offering both classical and popular music.
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Running along Fox River, Pottawatomie Park provides access for fishing and boating and also has a trail along the river. The park features a miniature golf course, playgrounds, picnic areas, sports facilities and an amphitheater for events.
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Showcasing artifacts from the early settlers of Glen Ellyn, Stacy's Tavern Museum is a museum that is registered on the National Register of Historic Places. The museum features a gift shop and also offers group tours by appointment.
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Geneva Rd & Indian Knoll Road, West Chicago, IL 60185
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Winfield Mounds Forest Preserve is a community managed park named for the burial mounds of prehistoric plains tribes located nearby. The park sits along the DuPage river and offers hiking trails and fishing by permit.
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1700 Nations Drive, Gurnee, IL 60031
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Attractions for children of all ages are found at the KeyLime Cove Indoor Waterpark Resort, from wild rides to toddlers' play ponds. Restaurants, arcade games, parades, and plenty of other things to do and see can also be found in here. Lodging is also available.
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Naval Station Great Lakes Main Gate on Sheridan Road, Great Lakes, IL 60088
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Free to tourists, the Great Lakes Naval Museum offers guided tours and a valuable education concerning the history of the military, particularly the U.S. Navy. Throughout the year, special events and activities are planned for children and youth groups.
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Gurnee Cinema is a 19 screen movie theater that also features the Ultrascreen Cinema Experience, a 70 feet wide and 3 story tall movie screen. The theater also has stadium seating and a special $5 Tuesdays promotion.
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The Skokie Lagoons is an assortment of pools and channels covering 894 acres and located just inland of Lake Michigan. Public boat access with an assortment of fishing is available along with picnic areas and hiking trails.
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Imitating the famous tower in Italy, Leaning Tower of Pisa is a water tower disguised as a life-size replica. The tower is often used as a photo op for travelers and tourists.