Black Trailblazers Exhibit at DuPage County Historical Museum
Mon, Feb 02 – Sat, Feb 28, 2026
102 E. Wesley St., Wheaton, IL 60187
The Black Trailblazers exhibit honors African Americans who broke barriers and shaped DuPage County through lasting contributions in education, sports, Civil Rights, and the arts, highlighting how their impact continues today.
The Black Trailblazers exhibit celebrates African Americans who have created change by breaking down barriers. Learn about several individuals who significantly impacted DuPage County through their contributions in the fields of education, sports, Civil Rights, and the arts and see how these contributions are still relevant today. Black Trailblazers seeks to recognize these individuals for their ability to adapt and overcome challenges and make history.
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DuPage County Historical Museum • Feb 25 @ 7PM
This program examines how Negro Spirituals, created by enslaved Africans, carried hidden messages that offered guidance and hope to freedom seekers traveling to Canada. Connie explains…
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