# Once Upon a Christmas at the Museums at Lisle Station Park

> Event for families in the Chicago–Naperville–Elgin area (IL / IN). Times are Central Time.

- When: Sat, Dec 5 · 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
- Where: Museums at Lisle Station Park, 921 School Street, Lisle, IL 60532
- Ages: The whole family
- Price: Free
- Organizer: Lisle Heritage Society and Lisle Park District
- Official page: https://villageoflisle.org/271/Lights-of-Lisle
- Last checked: Mon, Nov 9

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## About

Free old-fashioned holiday fun for the whole family, with Mr. and Mrs. Claus at the Train Depot, a holiday craft in the Beau Bien Tavern, a holiday workshop in the Blacksmith Shop, refreshments and festive activities. It runs alongside the Lights of Lisle celebration.

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