Katherine Dunham Centers for Arts and Humanities
1005 Pennsylvania Avenue, , IL 62201
Museums

The Katherine Dunham Museum houses Miss Dunham’s outstanding collection of symbolic and functional art, including more than 250 African and Caribbean art objects from more than 50 countries.
Tapestries, paintings, sculpture, musical instruments and ceremonial costumes from around the world celebrate the human spirit of the Museum.The museum displays costumes, photographs, programs, letters, awards and mementos from Miss Dunham’s career as a dancer, choreographer, teacher, writer and dance company owner.
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Richardson Farm Tulip Festival
Richardson Adventure Farm • Apr 20 – May 20 @ 10AM
Tulip Festival! Yes, that’s right! Tulips – the flower of Passion! 5 acres of them! 250,000 bulbs - 30 different varieties plus 50,000 daffodils!
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Metropolis Performing Arts Centre presents Rock of Ages
Metropolis Performing Arts Centre • May 01 – May 25
Plug in, turn it up, and feel the noise with a night full of exhilarating hits from the decade of decadence!
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Circus Vazquez at Fox Valley Mall
Fox Valley Mall • May 16 – May 26
Circus Vazquez brings thrilling acrobats, jugglers, and family fun to Fox Valley Mall in Aurora, May 16–26, 2025. Enjoy world-class performers under the Big Top—an unforgettable,…
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