Naper Settlement

06/03/2026

We're looking forward to participating in Games Around the World, hosted by KidsMatter, happening at the Naperville Park District Kite Fly this Sunday, June 7!

During Games Around the World, young people and families have the chance to learn about different cultures around the world through the games that children play. Kids can also grab a passport and earn stickers from stations representing different countries. Naper Settlement will be representing USA! 🇺🇸

For more info, visit https://pulse.ly/uyfkzjzf1d

06/02/2026

Our Playscape and Splash Pad is open for the season! Children ages 2-7 are invited to explore our replica covered wagon, splash pad, playground, and trading post!

Please Note: The water features in the Splash Pad are turned on between May 15-Sept. 30 and on days that the temperature is above 70 degrees. ☀️

06/01/2026

Get hands-on with history this summer at Naper Settlement through special activities that celebrate 250 years of the United States! 🇺🇸

Activities include:
🧶 Explore 18th and 19th-century pastimes
🧼 Master homesteading skills
🏃‍♂️ Compete in yoke and bucket races
🕯️ Learn stamp and candle making
🍎 Participate in a one-room schoolhouse
⚒️ And much more!

Plan your adventure today! ➡️ https://www.napersettlement.org/66/Admission-Hours

06/01/2026

Kick off your summer at Naper Settlement! ☀️🎉 Dive into our exciting programs and events this June. To learn more about these programs and register, visit ➡️ https://pulse.ly/lurxae4van

05/30/2026

Searching for the perfect family-fun activity without all the stress and planning? Join us at our Family STEM Night: Garden 101! 🌷🌿

🌻 Explore our gardens and greenspaces.
🔬 Learn the science underneath the soil.
🌱 Germinate your own corn, beans, and squash seeds to take home and plant in our Permaculture Garden.
🌳 No planning, no mess—just the opportunity to learn and grow together with your family!

🗓️ June 4 or 18 at 6PM
🔗 Register: https://pulse.ly/fwi1jtfrjt

05/29/2026

🎵 We're 3 weeks away from our June Naper Nights! 🎶 Grab tickets now ➡️ https://pulse.ly/arhhcnvoaj

Join us for an electrifying celebration of the legendary Queen of Soul by SoundTracks Of A Generation R-E-S-P-E-C-T: A Tribute to Aretha Franklin on June 19. Bumpus will end the night with a Sly & the Family Stone tribute!

On June 20, don't miss Crazy Train- America’s Ozzy Tribute hosted by Vinny Cormier, North America’ s #1 Ozzy Osbourne tribute artist. Plus, enjoy the ultimate AC/DC concert experience by Downpour AC/DC Tribute Band.

05/28/2026

One of our favorite things about Naper Nights is the energy YOU bring to the crowd! ❤️ Whether you are dancing at the front of the stage or singing along from your lawn chair, summer fun and community is always center stage! Join us — NaperNights.org

05/28/2026

🎵 Get ready for a one-of-a-kind summer concert experience featuring the hits of Taylor Swift, Ozzy Osbourne, Van Halen, Toby Keith, and more at Naper Nights! Did we mention one of the concerts features a K-pop dance party AND pop hits from the Beatles to Billie Eilish all in one night? 😍🎸

Bring your family and come experience incredible tribute performances while enjoying local restaurants, food trucks, a FREE children’s area, and more held at Naper Settlement’s unique 13-acre outdoor campus!

🗓️ June 19-20, July 17-18, & August 14-15
📍 Naper Settlement
🎫 Grab your tickets today and learn more at https://www.napersettlement.org/236/Naper-Nights-Concerts

05/28/2026

Adults 55+ are invited to our FREE Golden Days programs! ✨ Check out our available classes in June below, and sign up now at https://pulse.ly/j4duzo9llt

🐦 Riverwalk Birding Adventure: Late Migrants & Summer Residents (June 4)
🎨 Paint "Going to the Chapel" (June 11)
🥪 Lunch and Learn: Naperville in World War II (June 18)
🗣️ Community Conversations: Blackhawk and the War of 1812 Land Grant (June 27)

05/27/2026

✨ Become a Naper Settlement member and unlock endless fun and discovery! ✨

Members receive admission to our special events, special discounts, and MORE! We offer membership levels for families and households of all sizes. Learn more ➡️ https://pulse.ly/9toaw07j2y

05/26/2026

We're seeking volunteers to rock out with us this summer at Naper Nights! 🎸☀️

Positions available include greeter, gate monitor, beverage ticket seller, bag check, ID check, and more.

🗓️ Dates available: June 19-20, July 17-18, & Aug 14-15
🔗 Learn more and sign up: https://pulse.ly/qa73e26j1y

05/26/2026

What do you love most about the Naper Nights Concert Series? 🎸 One of our favorite things is the energy YOU bring to the crowd! Whether you are dancing at the front of the stage or singing along from your lawn chair, summer fun and community is always center stage! Join us — NaperNights.org

05/25/2026

Today, on Memorial Day, we remember all of those who have given their lives in service to our country.

05/24/2026

Host your next meeting with us! From company retreats to board meetings, fundraisers, and virtual events, our versatile rental spaces are designed to strengthen productivity and collaboration for your organization.

Contact us today for more info and take a tour:
https://www.napersettlement.org/770/Meetings

05/23/2026

Explore Naperville's fascinating history with our 60-minute walking tours of Downtown Naperville!

Hear captivating tales of Naperville's beginnings, marvel at historic architecture, and much more. Ready for an unforgettable adventure?

Explore our tour dates and sign up now ➡️ https://pulse.ly/23iph91mwm

05/22/2026

Naper Nights Summer Concerts bring all the best parts of summer to Naper Settlement! ☀️

Live music from the nation’s top tribute bands, stunning outdoor gardens, local food and drinks, a FREE kid’s zone, and more!

Learn more and get your tickets at NaperNights.org

05/22/2026

Thank you to Naperville Community Television (NCTV17) for stopping by and exploring our 13-acre site! From interactive exhibits to special events, hands-on learning experiences, family-fun programs, and more, there is something for everyone to enjoy at the museum!

Naper Settlement is an award-winning outdoor history museum set on thirteen beautiful acres steps from Downtown Naperville.

05/21/2026

Our June Naper Nights are less than a month away! 🎸 Grab your tickets now ➡️ https://pulse.ly/orvrrudvs8

🎵 JUNE 19 🎶
SoundTracks Of A Generation R-E-S-P-E-C-T: A Tribute to Aretha Franklin (Aretha Franklin Tribute)
Bumpus (Sly & The Family Stone Tribute)

🎶 JUNE 20 🎵
Downpour AC/DC Tribute Band (AC/DC Tribute)
Crazy Train- America’s Ozzy Tribute (Ozzy Osbourne Tribute)

05/20/2026

Dive into Naperville and the nation's captivating history with our exhibit, "We the People: Naperville and the American Story." Discover thought-provoking artifacts, vivid imagery, and engaging interactives that will inspire you to shape the next 250 years! 🌟

Included in museum general admission. Learn more: https://pulse.ly/kzbnvdryq3

05/20/2026

Huge thanks to everyone who came out for an unforgettable afternoon of adventure and interactive fun at Homeschool Day: History Heist. 🔎🧩 We hope to see you at our next Homeschool Day on Sept. 3!

05/19/2026

Naper Settlement is happy to participate in KDRMA Passport to Adventure! Grab a passport booklet at our Print Shop, and start your adventure! ✨ Collect stamps by exploring museums, nature centers, and historic sites throughout Kane & DuPage Counties found in the passport booklet. Pick up a passport booklet and start exploring today!

05/18/2026

Big shout out to the amazing Keller Williams Infinity team! 🙌 Last week, volunteers helped out in our OLI Gardens for Keller Williams Red Day, an annual day of giving back. Thank you all for your incredible dedication and generosity! 🌱

05/18/2026

🎉 Happy International Museum Day! 🎉

Today highlights the important role that museums play. Museums have the power to inspire, educate, entertain, and bring communities together. At Naper Settlement, we're proud to bring the community together through our educational programs, exhibits, events, and more.

What do YOU love most about museums? Leave a comment below! ⬇️

05/17/2026

Check out these history heroes in action! We had a blast at our Homeschool Day: History Heist as homeschool students and groups worked together to solve puzzles, uncover hidden clues, and protect a lost American treasure! 🔎🧩 Thank you to everyone who visited us for this afternoon of adventure and hands-on activities.

05/16/2026

Our first few Golden Days programs have been filled with excitement, learning, and fun! Participants have expressed their creativity while painting, found their zen with chair yoga, explored nature while birdwatching, and more. 🎨🐦

Thanks to Representative Janet Yang Rohr and Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity for helping to bring these programs to our community.

✨ Want to join in on the fun? Adults 55+ are invited to our FREE Golden Days programs! Hurry -- spots fill up FAST! View our programs and register: https://pulse.ly/2bbjcspy8a