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Bess Bower Dunn Museum of Lake County

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1899 W Winchester Rd

Libertyville, IL 60048

+1 (847) 968-3400

http://www.lcfpd.org

The Bess Bower Dunn Museum of Lake County in Libertyville, IL is a vibrant institution dedicated to exploring the intertwined stories of people, events, and nature. As stewards, storytellers, educators, and explorers, the museum aims to inspire and encourage positive influences in communities and the world through exhibitions, education, and community engagement.

With a range of featured and permanent museum exhibitions, the Dunn Museum offers visitors the opportunity to delve into the rich history of Lake County. From prehistoric times to the American frontier and innovations in preservation, the museum showcases the diverse heritage of the region. Additionally, the museum provides educational programs for adults and seniors, virtual field trips for educators, and summer adventures for fun and learning. With a calendar full of events, there is always something exciting happening at the Dunn Museum.

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Alex L.

7/11/2025

Our daughter invited us to the media preview of Alex Ross: Heroes & Villains at the Bess Bower Dunn Museum in Libertyville. I didn't know what to expect. It was my first time at the museum, but I...

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Kitty L.

7/8/2025

Our daughter was invited to the Media Preview of "Alex Ross: Heroes & Villains" special exhibition at Bess Bower Dunn Museum of Lake County in Libertyville before it opened to the public, and we...

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Karyn M.

8/10/2025

I enjoyed a visit to the Dunn Museum in Libertyville. I specifically came to view the Alex Ross: Heroes & Villains exhibition (through February 16, 2026), but the museum has fossils, history about...

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Sherwin C.

7/10/2022

Where other Yelpers mention "small" in their reviews for this museum, it may be a bit misleading. For the size of the building, the museum portion is a bit smaller, and compared to the world class...

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Anne W.

1/18/2025

I went with a friend for the first time today. We really didn't know what to expect, but were pleasantly surprised by the exhibits. There was also a special exhibit on Bob Ross. We spent about 1...

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