Illinois Public Museum Grants Program

The Public Museum Capital Grants Program is designed to help public museums in Illinois expand and upgrade facilities and create new exhibitions.

Grant Awards Lists FY99-FY04

FY2004 Museum Capital Grant Awards

Adler Planetarium - Chicago - $435,000
Universe Theater Renovation - The project involves major renovation of the planetarium's Universe Theater including design, construction, and finishing components.
(Contact Person: Margaret Marek, 312-322-0599)

Art Institute of Chicago - Chicago - $579,000
Capital Expansion: Renzo Piano Building - Grant funds will be used towards costs associated with construction documents for the new four-level glass, steel and limestone building overlooking Millenium Park. (Contact Person: Karin Victoria, 312-443-4784)

Bird Haven Greenhouse - Joliet - $448,000
Greenhouse Rehabilitation Final Phase - This project consists of improving the air circulation, wheelchair accessibility, security, and plant protection during winter power outages as well as measures to enhance the visitor experience. (Contact Person: Debbie Greene, 815-741-7277)

Brookfield Zoo - Brookfield - $579,000
Electrical Infrastructure Improvements - This project involves the installation of a gas generator which will provide additional power capacity required by the zoo and additional chilled water capacity to the Seven Seas pinniped facility, the venue for the zoo's dolphin presentations. (Contact Person: Nancy Watson, 708-485-0263 x696)

Burpee Museum of Natural History - Rockford - $85,000
Environmental Learning Center Construction - This project involves the renovation of the upper floor of the Burpee Boat House into a new environmental classroom and community meeting center. (Contact Person: Lew Crampton, 815-965-3433)

Chicago Botanic Garden - Glencoe - $579,000
The Esplanade - Grant funding will assist with construction costs associated with the infrastructure and hardscape for several gardens that will be part of the Esplanade, giving visitors their first impression of the Botanic Garden. (Contact Person: William Brown, 847-835-8355)

Chicago Historical Society - Chicago - $350,000
"El" Car Stabilization - Grant funds will be used toward steel beam reinforcement and architectural preparation to place Chicago's first "El" Car on exhibit. (Contact Person: Robert Nauert, 312-799-2220)

Children's Discovery Museum - Normal - $175,000
Discover this .. Phase 4 - Grant funding will be used toward the completion of the AgVenture gallery in the new museum. (Contact Person: Shari Buckellew, 309-433-3444)

Collinsville Historical Museum - Collinsville - $488,200
New Museum Building - This project involves the construction of a new two-story structure with 4,800 square feet of public and museum use space. (Contact Person: Floyd Sperino, 618-344-1112)

Discovery Center Museum - Rockford - $122,000
Exhibits Capital Improvement Program - This project involves the development and fabrication of an all new 1,500 square foot exhibit space known as "Tot Spot" geared toward pre-school children and their caregivers. (Contact Person: Sarah Wolf, 815-963-6769)

Early American Museum - Mahomet - $186,400
Museum Improvement Project - This project includes major renovation to the Museum Annex Building, which will provide educational material storage, an exhibit construction area, and community meeting space. (Contact Person: Cheryl Kennedy, 217-586-2612)

Edward L. Ryerson Conservation Area Historic District - Deerfield - $80,000
Interior Renovation Planning - This project involves the planning phase for interior renovation work to the historic Brushwood Home to produce a facility that better reflects its historic use. (Contact Person: Nan Buckardt, 847-968-3330)

Field Museum (of Natural History) - Chicago - $579,000
Development and Renovation of the "Halls of Life Over Time"and the Northeast Lightwell, Phase I - Grant funding will be used for new mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems associated with development and renovation to provide additional exhibition, collections care, and research space. (Contact Person: Deborah Bekken, 312-665-7807)

Garfield Park Conservatory - Chicago - $390,000
Sweet House Restoration and Exhibit Installation - Grant funding will be used toward the construction of the re-designed Sweet House in Garfield Park, including significant upgrades to its mechanical and electrical systems. (Contact Person: Kristen Ciokajlo, 773-638-1766 x 22)

Glen Oak Zoo - Peoria - $207,500
Capital Expansion- Phase II - Grant funding will support construction elements in the zoo's African exhibit treetop classroom, boardwalk, and interpretive center. (Contact Person: Rebecca Swiger, 309-686-3386)

Isle a la Cache Museum - Romeoville - $120,000
Exhibition Construction - This project involves the re-design and construction of new exhibits and lifesize dioramas emphasizing contemporary Native American culture. (Contact Person: Jim Nachel, 815-722-5892)

Klehm Arboretum - Rockford - $43,000
The "William & Meriwether" Potting Shed and Exploration Exhibit - This project involves the construction of a potting shed, as an extension of the demonstration gardens, at the entrance of the arboretum's youth program gardening area. (Contact Person: Steve Courtney, 815-965-8146)

Kohl Children's Museum - Glenview - $200,000
Construction Phase for New Building - The grant will help fund construction costs associated with a new, larger museum to be located in Glenview. (Contact Person: Shana Hayes, 847-512-1335)

Lakeview Museum of Arts and Sciences - Peoria - $400,000
New Museum Development/Construction - Phase II - Grant funds will help cover costs associated with demolition of the building currently on the site where the new museum facility is to be built. (Contact Person: Kate Schureman, 309-686-7000 x111)

Lincoln Park Zoo - Chicago - $579,000
Pritzker Family Children's Zoo - Grant funds will be used for costs associated with the total replacement of the old Children's Zoo with a new state-of-the art facility. (Contact Person: Troy Baresel, 312-742-2167)

Mexican Fine Arts Center Museum - Chicago - $355,000
Facility Improvements - This project involves infrastructure improvements to the museum's Courtyard Gallery. (Contact Person: Elena Gonzales, 312-738-1503 x165)

Midway Village and Museum Center - Rockford - $154,200
Preserving Our Agricultural Heritage - This projects involves the restoration and rehabilitation of a 1905 barn including changes to the second floor to meet load requirements, the addition of utilities, and changes necessary to address public accessibility and safety issues for this new Education Center. (Contact Person: David Byrnes, 815-397-9112 x 103)

Museum of Science and Industry - Chicago - $579,000
The New U-505 Experience, Phase III; West Pavilion HVAC; Stairwell Access and Security Improvements - Grant funding will assist with stairwell access and security improvements; HVAC replacement and improvements; and the final stages in the completion of the museum's U-505 submarine exhibit. (Contact Person: Marva Anderson, 773-947-3732)

Niabi Zoo - Coal Valley - $429,000
Asian Exhibit Development - This project involves the construction of the Gibbon Exhibit portion of the new Asian Exhibit at the zoo. (Contact Person: Thomas Stalf, 309-799-5108)

Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum - Chicago - $150,000
New Auditorium - This project includes restoration of the auditorium to better serve student and teacher constituencies. (Contact Person: Kim Swinton, 773-755-5140)

Prairie Grass Nature Museum - Round Lake - $59,000
Wetland Walk - This project involves the construction and fabrication of a permanent interior wetland exhibit within the existing nature museum. (Contact Person: Peggy Dohr, 847-546-8558)

Shedd Aquarium - Chicago - $579,000
Exhibit Galleries Renovation, Education Center Renovation, and Infrastructure Improvements - This project includes the renovation of several exhibit galleries, the Shedd Education Center, and infrastructure improvements to provide more energy efficient systems. (Contact Person: Madelyn Thompson, 312-692-3152)

Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum - Rockford - $67,525
Visitor Center Entrance and Site Work - This project involves site work including accessibility improvments around the Tinker Barn in order to finalize the newly constructed visitor center. (Contact Person: Laura Bachelder, 815-964-2424)

Adler Planetarium - Chicago - $1,055,000
Revolution in the Sky Exhibit -
This project involves the design and fabrication of the exhibit.
(Contact: Margaret Marek, 312-322-0599)

Anita Purves Nature Center - Urbana - $250,000
Busey Woods Strategic Plan - Phase I -
This project involves the site preparation, excavation, and grading for the installation of a boardwalk.
Contact: Ellen Kirsanoff, 217-367-1536)

Art Institute of Chicago - Chicago - $2,900,000
Capital Expansion Project -
The project includes the design/development phase and construction documents for the museum's new addition. (Contact: Karin Victoria, 312-443-3519)

Bird Haven Greenhouse - Joliet - $350,000
Historic Greenhouse Renovation Phase II -
This project involves the rehabilitation of one of the conservatory's three greenhouses.
(Contact: Kevin Eberhard, 815-741-7275)

Brookfield Zoo - Brookfield - $2,500,000
Immersion Learning Center - This project involves the first of two phases of construction of a new facility.
(Contact: Nancy Watson, 708-485-0263

Burpee Museum of Natural History - Rockford - $900,000
The Story of Jane Exhibit -
This project is to erect an exhibit of a recently discovered dinosaur.
(Contact: Lew Crampton, 815-965-3433)

Chicago Botanic Garden - Glencoe - $2,900,000
Capital Improvements: Providing a Quality Visitor Experience -
This project involves the construction of a one-mile long series of earthen berms, garden wall, and associated landscaping to mitigate traffic noise from nearby highways.
(Contact: Barbara Whitney-Carr, 847-835-8225)

Chicago Children's Museum - Chicago - $750,000
Museum Renovation - Phase I -
The project involves major renovation and construction of exhibits and public spaces.
(Contact: Stacia Whitmore, 312-464-7717)

Chicago Historical Society - Chicago - $700,000
Chicago History Exhibition -
This project is a new permanent exhibition on Chicago history.
(Contact: Robert Nauert, 312-799-2220)

Chicago Symphony Orchestra - Chicago - $425,000
Restoration and Space Modifications in the Symphony Center -
The project includes exterior building repairs to the façade of Orchestra Hall, first floor renovations, and addition of a main door.
(Contact: Claudia Divis, 312-294-3121)

Children's Discovery Museum of Central Illinois - Bloomington - $400,000
Exhibit Components - Phase III of the New Museum Building -
This phase of the project encompasses the design, fabrication and build out costs related to the cornerstone exhibits in each gallery. (Contact: Shari Buckellew, 309-829-6222)

Des Plaines Historical Museum - Des Plaines - $16,500
HVAC System -
The project is for the installation of a new climate control system for the museum building.
(Contact: Joy Matthiessen, 847-391-5399)

Discovery Center Museum - Rockford - $200,000 Exhibits Capital Improvement Program -
This project is to refurbish gallery space and to install a major new exhibit.
(Contact: Sarah Wolf, 815-963-6769)

DuPage Children's Museum - Naperville - $500,000
Exhibit Components of the New Museum Building -
This project is for the final exhibit buildout in the existing building. (Contact: Susan Broad, 630-637-8000

DuSable Museum of African American History - Chicago -$150,000
Exhibit Upgrades -
The project includes revising and upgrading several current permanent exhibitions. (Contact: Antoinette Wright, 773-947-0600 x249)

Ellwood House Museum - DeKalb - $100,000
Interior Restoration - Phase II -
This project includes the restoration of the major rooms on the first and second floor of the mansion. (Contact: Gerald Brauer, 815-756-4609)

Exploration Station - Bourbonnais - $50,000
Water/Air/Sound/Bubbles Exhibit -
This project involves the expansion of the exhibit. (Contact: Christine Stutz, 815-935-5665)

Field Museum (of Natural History) - Chicago - $3,500,000
Collections Resource Center - Phase I -
This project includes the first phase of design and construction of a Collections Resource Center. (Contact: Deborah Bekken, 312-665-7807)

Galena History Museum - Galena - $64,900
Old Blacksmith Shop Renovation -
The project is for structural renovations and a climate control system for the museum's blacksmith shop.(Contact: Daryl Watson, 815-777-9129)

Garfield Park Conservatory - Chicago - $500,000
Palm House Roof Restoration -
This project includes designing and building the new roof and its corresponding system. (Contact: Andrea Adams, 312-742-4332)

Glen Oak Zoo - Peoria - $500,000
Capital Expansion Phase I-A -
This project includes a portion of the architectural and engineering design fees for the zoo expansion. (Contact: Janice Schweitzer, 309-686-3365 x204)

The Grove - Glenview - $312,000
Archives and Classrooms Expansion -
The project involves realignment of the program and visitation areas and construction of an Archive Education Center. (Contact: Steve Swanson, 847-299-6096)

Health World (of Barrington) - Barrington - $200,000 "US N STUFF" Exhibits Expansion -
This project involves the permanent installation of exhibits in the "US N STUFF" exhibition area. (Contact: Kim Zylke, 847-842-0097)

Irons Oaks Environmental Learning Center - Olympia Fields - $200,000
Discovery Center Construction -
This project includes the conversion of the current "Stable" multi-purpose facility into a natural history Discovery Center. (Contact: Dave Guritz, 708-481-2330)

Itasca Depot Museum - Itasca - $5,200
Climate Control for Storage Spaces -
This project includes the installation of a new climate control system. (Contact: Joan Stinton, 630-773-2257)

Kendall County Natural History Center - Yorkville - $31,000
Prairie Learning Stations -
The project includes the installation of an exhibit depicting the importance of Illinois prairies. (Contact: Danielle Ebersole, 630-553-4111)

Klehm Arboretum - Rockford - $205,000
Education Facilities Expansion -
The project includes the addition of a classroom and a greenhouse in the Education Building. (Contact: Steve Courtney, 815-965-8146)

Lake County Discovery Museum - Wauconda - $250,000
Bonner Heritage Farm - Permanent Exhibits -
This project includes the design and installation of the permanent exhibits for the Bonner Farm restoration.Contact: Joyce Lingenfelter, 847-968-3422)

Lakeview Museum of Arts and Sciences - Peoria - $1,300,000
New Museum Development/Construction - Phase I -
This phase of the project includes developing plans and schematics for the new museum building. (Contact: Kate Schureman, 309-686-7000 x111)

Lincoln Memorial Garden and Nature Center - Springfield - $75,000
Exhibits Renovation and Construction -
This project will include renovation, replacement, and construction of new exhibits in the Nature Center. (Contact: Jim Matheis, 217-529-1111)

Lincoln Park Zoo - Chicago - $2,900,000
Regenstein Center for African Apes -
This project includes design and construction elements of a new exhibition area for African apes. (Contact: Troy Baresel, 312-742-2095)

Lombard Historical Museum - Lombard - $6,000
Facility Improvements -
This project includes infrastructure improvements for the museum and the Carriage House. (Contact: Joel Van Haaften, 630-629-1885)

Madison County Historical Museum - Godfrey - $200,000
Museum Restoration -
This project includes infrastructure improvements for the restoration of the main museum facility, the Weir House. (Contact: Suzanne Dietrich, 618-656-7562)

McLean County Historical Museum - Bloomington - $500,000
Dome Restoration and Renovations -
This project involves the restoration of the dome and roof of the museum located at the old McLean County Courthouse. (Contact: Greg Koos, 309-827-0428)

Mexican Fine Arts Center Museum - Chicago - $525,000
Facility Improvements - This project includes facility and exhibit renovations. (Contact: Edward Herrerias, 312-738-1503 x147)

Midway Village and Museum Center - Rockford - $250,000
Preserving Our Agricultural Heritage - Historic Barn Restoration - T
his project includes the restoration of a ca.1850 barn to serve as an historical exhibit. (Contact: David Byrnes, 815-397-9112 x 103)

Miller Park Zoo - Bloomington - $290,000
Tropical American Rain Forest - Phase II -
This project includes the design and construction of the interior features of the exhibit. (Contact: John Tobias, 309-434-2825)

Morton Arboretum - Lisle - $1,000,000
Visitor Center -
This project includes the first phase of design and construction of a new Visitor Center. (Contact: Joan Sunseri, 630-719-2449)

Museum of Contemporary Art - Chicago - $520,000
Museum Satellite Facility -
This renovation project includes infrastructure improvements to the museum's recently acquired satellite facility at 1747 West Hubbard Street. (Contact: Greg Cameron, 312-397-3801)

Museum of Science and Industry - Chicago - $3,500,000
Restoration and Relocation of U-505 Submarine -
The project involves the design and construction of a new underground, temperature controlled enclosure to house the submarine. (Contact: Marva Anderson, 773-684-9844 x 3707)

Octave Chanute Aerospace Museum - Rantoul - $250,000
Structural Repairs and Collection Space Renovation -
This project includes renovations to the current climate control to mprove the museum's library, archival storage, and display areas. (Contact: James Snyder, 217-893-1616)

Peck Farm Park - Geneva - $100,000
Natural Classrooms Exhibits -
This project includes the construction of a butterfly house and an interpretive/sensory garden area. (Contact: Michael Kirschman, 630-262-8244)

Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum - Chicago - $600,000
"The Greening of the Nature Museum: Inside and Out" -
This project includes the development and installation of a new permanent exhibit on Midwestern wetlands.(Contact: Kim Swinton, 773-755-5140)

Quincy Art Center - Quincy - $225,000
Building & Grounds Visitor Welcoming Improvements Program -
This is the second phase of a major capital project to improve visitor safety and accessibility. (Contact: Julie Nelson, 217-223-5900)

Raupp Memorial Museum - Buffalo Grove - $250,700
Spirit in the Land/Buffalo Grove Then and Now Exhibit-
This project includes the construction and installation of new permanent exhibits for the new gallery. (Contact: Deborah Fandrei, 847-850-2144)

Red Oak Nature Center - Aurora - $38,500
Watchable Wildlife on the Fox River - Interpretive Deck -
This project involves the construction of a new interpretive deck overlooking the Fox River.
(Contact: James Kenney, 630-897-1808)

SciTech - Aurora - $275,000
New Exhibits and Building Renovations - Phase IV -
This project includes the design and development of permanent science exhibitions in the Center of Excellence area. (Contact: Jo Grau, 630-859-3434

Scovill Zoo - Decatur - $55,000
Education Facility Renovation -
This project includes interior and exterior renovations to an existing structure for additional classroom space. (Contact: Mike Borders, 217-421-7435)

Shedd Aquarium - Chicago - $2,655,200
Capital Improvements for the new South Wing Opening -
This project includes infrastructure repairs and site work to prepare for the installation of the new exhibit on the coral reefs of the Philippines. (Contact: Janine Perron, 312-692-3152)

Smith Museum of Stained Glass - Chicago - $100,000
Museum Expansion -
This phase of the project includes the installation of a Tiffany gallery and several new windows. (Contact: Edward Byron Smith, 847-320-2260)

Spring Valley Nature Sanctuary - Schaumburg - $150,000
Heritage Farm Visitor Center Expansion/Renovation -
This project includes renovation of the public spaces, programming and exhibit areas, and administrative offices.(Contact: David Brooks, 847-985-2100)

Tekakwitha Woods Nature Center - St. Charles - $125,000
Buffalo Prairie Exhibit -
This project includes the design and fabrication of the new prairie/savanna diorama. (Contact: Valerie DePrez, 847-741-9924)

Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum - Rockford - $100,000
Visitor Center Improvements -
This project includes construction to complete the third floor to provide climate controlled collections storage, volunteer work space, and an exhibit construction area. (Contact: Laura Bachelder, 815-964-2424)

Walter E Heller Nature Center - Highland Park - $50,000
Infrastructure Improvements -
This project includes infrastructure and climate control improvements for the current interpretive center facility. (Contact: Steve Meyer, 847-433-6901)

Worth Park District Historical Museum - Worth - $25,000
Museum Relocation Project -
This project includes renovation of existing space to provide an expanded exhibit area, additional research area, and an administrative office.
(Contact: Christine Brooks, 708-448-7080)

The Adler Planetarium - Chicago - $690,000
Exhibits, Energy Conservation, and Capital Improvements - Grant funds will assist with the installation of a new exhibit and upgrading an existing exhibit with ten new components. The project also includes the design and installation of a standby generator, exterior remote electrical service, and several energy efficient measures. (Contact Person: Margaret Marek, 312-322-0599)

Art Institute of Chicago - Chicago - $820,000
NorthEast Quadrant Building - The project will assist in construction of the new building, which will include collections' display space, gallery space, educational programming space, a new bus entrance, and a Teacher Resource Center. (Contact Person: Patricia Woodworth, 312-443-3511)

Bird Haven Greenhouse - Joliet - $280,000
Historic Greenhouse Rehabilitation - Phase I - Grant funds will assist in the restoration of three greenhouses within this historically significant conservatory, designed by the renowned architectural firm of Lord and Burnham. Upon completion, additional classes will be planned and a children's garden will offer neighborhood youth opportunities to plant and harvest. (Contact Person: Ted Brodeur, 815-741-7275, ext. 131)

Brookfield Zoo - Brookfield - $820,000
Wolf Woods - The project involves the development of exhibit space for the Mexican gray wolf, in keeping with the zoo's commitment to furthering conservation through the breeding and management of endangered species. Public spaces at Wolf Woods will include a peaceful, natural setting, permitting access for visitors with disabilities, a multi-sensory learning component, and an all-season heated cabin for viewing of wolves year-around. (Contact Person: Nancy Watson, 708-485-0263, ext. 696)

Burpee Museum of Natural History - Rockford - $20,000
New Exhibits and Facilities Design - The project includes the design and construction of a Butterfly House exhibit, a water lab and dock, and a boathouse exhibit. The projects will allow the museum to provide educational services and program enrichment for students, teachers, scientists, and the public throughout Illinois. (Contact Person: Lou Crampton, 815-965-3433)

Chicago Botanic Garden - Glencoe - $820,000
Lakeside and Water Gardens of the Great Basin - The gardens are part of the overall development of the 7.5-acre lake located south of the garden's Main Island. Grant funds will support project design work and the extensive earthwork required to create the gardens and reshape the lake bed of the Great Basin. (Contact Person: Barbara Whitney-Carr, 847-835-8225)

Chicago Children's Museum - Chicago - $92,000
Play It Safe Exhibit-Phase II - The project involves construction of this interactive exhibit, designed to suggest the appearance of a home and its immediate environs. Two tiers of exhibit content with strategies for children and separate information for caregivers will be incorporated into this new museum program. (Contact Person: Stacia Whitmore, 312-464-7717)

Chicago Cultural Center - Chicago - $350,000
Domes Restoration-Phase I - The project provides for extensive restoration of two historically significant domes, the Grand Army of the Republic Dome and the Preston Bradley Hall Dome. The domes are a focal point of a variety of educational activities at the center. (Contact Person: Heather Treadway, 312-744-8944)

Chicago Historical Society - Chicago - $546,000
Eschackagou Exhibit (1670 through 1820s) - Grant funds will assist with the design and construction of "Eschackagou," a component of the new Chicago History Exhibition. This overall exhibition is being designed to appeal to a wide range of audiences including families, adults, school groups, local visitors, and tourists. It will feature state-of-the-art technology including educational and audio-visual interactives. (Contact Person: Robert Nauert, 312-799-2220)

Children's Discovery Museum of Central Illinois - Bloomington - $243,000
"Discover this" Phase II - New Museum Construction - The "Discover this" project is a public/private partnership between the Children's Discovery Museum of Central Illinois and the Town of Normal to build a new museum that is to be the cornerstone of a comphensive renewal initiative for downtown Normal. This component of the project includes the building construction stage. (Contact Person: Shari Buckellew, 309-829-6222)

Children's Museum of Illinois - Decatur - $9,500
Building and Grounds Renovation and New Exhibit - The project includes the addition of a new pin screen exhibit and renovation of an exterior exhibit. The project will also include exterior renovations such as repair of exterior doors, roofing replacement over the entryway, landscaping in the nature area, and resurfacing of the parking lot. (Contact Person: Melinda Shaw, 217-423-9179)

Dillon Home Museum - Sterling - $42,000
Historic Train Restoration - This project involves the renovation of an historic 1929 Baldwin steam locomotive, coal car, and caboose. Grant funding will ensure that this valuable piece of history, located on the museum grounds, will be available for present and future generations to view and learn about its direct connection to the community's past. (Contact Person: Doug Jacobs, 815-622-6200)

Discovery Center Museum - Rockford - $70,000
Exhibits Improvement Program - Projects include refurbishing exhibits and signs in the Simple Machines Exhibit Gallery; creating new exhibits and refurbishing exhibits in the Outdoor Science Park; and, renovations to the science classrooms at the museum. (Contact Person: Sarah Wolf, 815-963-6769)

DuSable Museum of African American History - Chicago - $183,000
Museum Building and Exhibit Renovations - Phase II - The funding will support renovation projects at the current museum facility and exhibits which will improve the museum's ability to serve schools, teachers, members and visitors and enhance the work environment for staff. Exhibit upgrades will enable the museum to show many more of their collections and attract more diverse audiences. (Contact Person: Michelle Bibbs, 773-947-0600, ext. 273)

Elgin Public Museum - Elgin - $2,400
New Exhibit Panels - This project involves acquiring movable wall panels, which will allow the museum to secure traveling exhibits, which cannot otherwise be accomodated, and to efficiently divide areas to host more educational programs. (Contact Person: Peggie Stromberg, 847-741-6655)

Ellwood House Museum - DeKalb - $30,000
Ellwood Mansion Interior Restoration - Grant funds will assist in the restoration of the museum's foyer, main hall and three-story rotunda, and restoration of the arts and crafts sunroom. Completion of these projects will enhance interpretation opportunities of the historic site, which serves more than 50 DeKalb County elementary classes with free tours and a variety of special programs. (Contact Person: Gerald Brauer, 815-756-4609)

Elmhurst Art Museum - Elmhurst - $25,500
Education Center Renovation - This project includes repair and renovation, security improvements, lighting, signs, floor and entry pavement, storage space, and the addition of an accessible restroom. These enhancements will result in a self-contained education center, which will enable the museum to increase services and improve the quality of existing services, while assuring public safety. (Contact Person: D. Neil Bremer, 630-834-0202)

Evanston Ecology Center - Evanston - $97,200
Ecology Center Renovation - Phase II - Grant funding will assist with phase II of this project which includes: construction of an 1,800 square foot educational program classroom; construction of a new energy-efficient entrance/vestibule; and creation of an exhibit corridor with a courtyard viewing area. (Contact Person: Jessica Bullock, 847-448-8067)

Field Museum of Natural History - Chicago - $820,000
Central Plant Renovation - Phase III - This phase will focus on new technology for providing cooling and humidity control including the installation of new equipment and conversion of currently unused space. These infrastructure improvements are crucial for meeting the museum's goal of expanding educational programming to serve diverse audiences. (Contact Person: Deborah Bakken, 312-665-7807)

Itasca Depot Museum - Itasca - $4,125
Exterior Renovation - Grant funds will assist with renovating an historic railroad depot to restore its attractiveness, as well as protect the collections from significant temperature variations and insect infestation. (Contact Person: Joan Stinton, 630-773-2257)

Jarrett Prairie Center - Byron - $28,000
Prairie View Room Expansion - The funding will assist with the addition of needed space to the Prairieview Room, which is the facility's main teaching classroom and special event room. (Contact Person: Richie Wolf, 815-234-8535)

Klehm Arboretum - Rockford - $29,900
Children's Garden - Phase II - This phase of the project will include constructing an overlook and a patio area that will provide shade and cover from the weather for interpretive and orientation programs. Improvements to the surrounding landscape will also be made to recreate a natural setting for botanical science education. (Contact Person: Laura Wyatt, 815-965-8146)

Lake County Discovery Museum - Wauconda - $145,000
Bonner Heritage Farm - Phase II - The farm consists of two houses, a main barn, and seven out-buildings representing more than 100 years of farming in one family. Grant funds will assist with design and architectural planning, relocation of the houses, construction and installation of exhibits, and site development including roads, walkways, landscaping and parking. (Contact Person: Joyce Lingenfelter, 847-968-3422)

Lakeview Museum of Arts and Sciences - Peoria - $27,800
Facility Improvements - Grant funds will assist with improvements to the climate control systems, lighting, sound system, and security system to help meet the American Association of Museum's accreditation standards. The improvements will allow the museum to serve more diverse audiences. (Contact Person: Kate Schureman, 309-686-7000, ext. 111)

Lincoln Park Zoo - Chicago - $820,000
Regenstein African Journey - Phase III of this project includes the development of exhibits and installation of life support systems for the animals. The exhibits, consisting of both natural and fabricated elements, will duplicate the animals' habitats in various ecosystems in Africa including rain forests, dry forests, and savannas. (Contact Person: Troy Baresel, 312-742-2095)

Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art - Elmhurst - $62,000
Permanent Display Cases Improvements - Grant funds will assist with the purchase of new exhibit cases with fiber optic lighting and the retrofitting of existing cases with fiber optic lighting. These cases will allow for creating and developing new exhibits. The upgrade to fiber optic will allow for the enhanced views of color in each exhibited piece and eliminate heat build up in the display cases. (Contact Person: John Lizzadro, 630-833-1616)

Lombard Historical Museum - Lombard - $6,000
Garden House and Boardwalk Renovation - This project includes interior and exterior museum building repairs; improving and extending the boardwalk to the museum's Carriage House; and renovating the Plum Garden House to create new gift shop space. The renovations will improve attendance by allowing better access and creating additional space in the Carriage House to be used for special exhibits. (Contact Person: Joel Van Haaften, 630-629-1885)

Mexican Fine Arts Center Museum - Chicago - $340,000
Building Expansion - Phase IV - Grant funds will assist with completion of a permanent collection annex and art studio/classroom; a new and enlarged gift shop; renovation of the current performing arts space; and building a National Memorial Plaza honoring U.S. Mexican American Veterans. (Contact Person: Aide Rodriguez, 312-738-1503, ext. 116)

Midway Village and Museum Center - Rockford - $26,000
Furniture Factory Exhibit Design - The project includes the design and development of the Furniture Factory Exhibit Building, which will illustrate the history of furniture making in Rockford. The museum hopes to attract a new audience of cultural tourism visitors and continue to serve more than 80 area schools and a diverse audience of community groups. (Contact Person: David Byrnes, 815-397-9112, ext. 103)

Miller Park Zoo - Bloomington - $240,000
Tropical American Rain Forest Exhibit-Phase I - The new rain forest exhibit building will consist of animal exhibits, service area, and commons area. The exhibit will present a collection of animals from Central and South America, plants representing the American tropics, and displays reflecting cultural aspects of the region. (Contact Person: John Tobias, 309-434-2825)

Museum of Science and Industry - Chicago - $820,000
U-505 Exhibits/The Farm Exhibits/Security Master Plan/Central Pavilion Ventilation - Grant funds will be used to assist with several projects including the U-505 Submarine Exhibit fabrication; The Farm Exhibit space preparation and exhibit fabrication; facility security system, phase II; and installation of new climate controls. (Contact Person: Shannon Alexander, 773-947-6007)

Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum - Chicago - $335,000
Environmental Central Exhibit - The project includes design and fabrication of the exhibit which offers visitors the opportunity to explore a real environmental situation through a dynamic visual database. This exhibit has been developed to support Illinois' goals for science learning. (Contact Person: Tracy Shepherd, 773-549-0606, ext. 2058)

Rock Springs Visitor Center - Decatur - $10,500
Bluestem Theatre Exhibit - Grant funds will assist with the development of the theatre, a permanent fixture in the new formal exhibit hall that will set the tone of the visitors' experience. The theatre will provide orientation of the new hall while helping visitors understand that the Center is constantly providing diverse programs in an environmental setting that is always changing. (Contact Person: Jeffrey Tish, 217-423-7708)

SciTech - Aurora - $100,000
Building Renovation and Outdoor Science Park, Phase III - This phase of the project includes interior renovations such as lighting and electrical upgrades, signs and graphics, acoustic treatment, and the addition of an elevator. Grant funds will also assist with landscaping and the installation of bricks to the surface of the outdoor science park. (Contact Person: Jo Grau, 630-859-3434, ext. 210)

Shedd Aquarium - Chicago - $820,000
Ocean Kingdoms - Phase II - This exhibit is designed to create an "immersion" experience that realistically presents the sights and sounds of the Philippines. Grant funds will assist with the design and fabrication of the various rocks, purchase of the concrete being shaped to form the exhibit spaces, and a vast array of mechanical interactive devices. (Contact Person: Janine Perron, 312-692-3152)

Smith Museum of Stained Glass - Chicago - $125,000
Museum Development - Phase III - Grant funds will assist with several components of the project including the installation of signs and formal entrances to make the museum more identifiable to visitors; carpeting, which will enhance the museum experience by quieting the galleries; and educational kiosks, which will allow visitors to view information on all windows. (Contact Person: Edward Byron Smith, 847-320-2260)

Spring Valley Nature Sanctuary - Schaumburg - $24,000
1880's Spring House Reconstruction - The project will help recreate a functional and authentic late 19th century spring house. A key component to this site's original 19th century dairy farm operation was the use of the artesian spring water to cool milk and other dairy products in preparation for shipment. Many student and family groups will benefit from the project by the addition of this new component to educational programming that will enable the site to offer larger classes. (Contact Person: David Brooks, 847-985-2100)

Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum - Rockford - $10,000
Barn and Visitor Center - Phase III - The project will help complete construction of the visitor center. The museum did not have an indoor educational programming space prior to reconstructing the 1973 Tinker Barn. It will allow the museum to lead and partner programs with many educational and community groups. (Contact Person: Laura Bachelder, 815-964-2424)

Vermilion County Museum - Danville - $25,000
Lamon House Restoration - This project consists of repairs to the exterior and interior of the building. Grant funds will assist the museum with weather-proofing the house and installation of new energy saving heating and cooling units. The museum is constantly expanding its programs and with the completion of this project, the house will be utilized for additional special events throughout the year. (Contact Person: Sue Richter, 217-442-2922)

Vliet Center for Lake Bluff Area History - Lake Bluff - $5,000
Display and Lighting Augmentation - Grant funds will assist in providing track lighting and upright display fixtures for the new museum building. This lighting project will enhance the museum's ability to display exhibits in a more visually attractive and readable manner. (Contact Person: Janet Nelson, 847-234-1844)

Walter E Heller Nature Center - Highland Park - $37,000
Orientation/Education Building Expansion - The project helps expand the main building, which will add new environmental education elements to the nature center's existing school and public programs. The project components include redevelopment of orientation, classroom, and exhibit areas, as well as the construction of educational exhibits and mobile learning units. (Contact Person: Ralph Volpe, 847-831-3810)

West Chicago City Museum - West Chicago - $17,000
Building Expansion of Second Floor - This project will enable the museum to fully utilize the second floor space of the circa 1884 town hall building. Grant funds will assist with interior upgrades to the second floor of the building, which will serve as a public programming area and exhibit gallery. (Contact Person: LuAnn Bombard, 630-231-3376)

Wilmette Historical Museum - Wilmette - $150,275
Museum Building Renovation - Phase II, Part B - This renovation project will give the museum much needed space to serve a diverse community. The additional space will allow the museum to collaborate on projects with numerous groups including area schools, colleges, the park district, public library, senior facilities, a center for people with disabilities, and the Kohl Children's Museum. (Contact Person: Kathy Hussey-Arntson, 847-853-7666)

FY2002 Museum Operating Grant Awards

Adler Planetarium - Chicago - $98,883
Astromony Connections/Park Voyagers - Grant funds will assist in providing expanded educational opportunities that engage students, teachers and families in the thematic exploration of the Sun-Earth Connection and continued involvement with the Park Voyagers outreach program. (Contact: Bryan Wunar, 312-322-0542)

Anita Purves Nature Center - Urbana - $7,602
Educational Programming Development - This project will provide environmental education through the museum's live and man-made exhibits, resource library, programs, printed materials, and off-site "Naturalist in the Classroom" programming. (Contact: Judy Miller, 217-384-4062)

Arlington Heights Historical Museum - Arlington Heights - $7,602
Historic Trading Card Series and Educational Traveling Trunks - Grant funds will assist with the purchase of additional replica objects for the educational traveling trunks and supplement the local history programs with a fun and educational trading card series. (Contact: Kristina Christie, 847-255-1225)

Art Institute of Chicago - Chicago - $380,119
Learning Through Art - Grant funds will be used for the support of several key program areas in the Department of Museum Education including: community program initiatives such as the Park Voyagers Program; student and teacher programs; and interpretive exhibitions and family programs. (Contact: Karin Victoria, 312-443-3519)

Aurora Public Art Commission Gallery - Aurora - $7,602
Live Video and Information System - This project will include the addition of a live video information system to display and promote exhibits, opening receptions, museum schedules, and upcoming events. (Contact: Rena Church, 630-906-0654)

Aurora Regional Fire Museum - Aurora - $7,602
Not Just Horsing Around in the Hayloft - Funding will be used to purchase equipment for the Hayloft Theater; install internet cabling; assist with fees for speakers, performers, research presentations, and materials associated with the year long grand re-opening program series. (Contact: Debbie Davis, 630-548-2699)

Brookfield Zoo - Brookfield - $380,119
Programs for Public Education - This project will include the development of three technology-based curricula featuring computer simulations, continued development of the Zoo's web site, and the implementation of the Roving Naturalist Program. (Contact: Nancy Watson, 708-485-0263 x696)

Burpee Museum of Natural History - Rockford - $9,472
Knee High Naturalists Program - This new program, developed for pre-school children and their working parents, is available after work hours when parents, grandparents, and children can attend together. A monthly Saturday morning educational program will also be developed for pre-schoolers and their care givers. (Contact: Lou Crampton, 815-965-3433)

Cabin Nature Center - Wood Dale - $7,602
To Serve and Increase Services - Funding will allow for additional staff hours and the expansion of the campground area to accommodate increased interest in the free community campfire programs; maintenance of interpretive trails; and updating of software and video materials for science related programming. (Contact: Michelle Groves, 630-860-1111)

Camp Sagawau Environmental Learning Center - Lemont - $7,602
Improvement and Expansion of Environmental Workshops - Grant funds will help staff remain current in the development and execution of the five annual Environmental Education Workshops held for teachers; day long field trips for high school through college students; and family programming. (Contact: Mike Konrath, 630-257-2045)

Chicago Architecture Foundation - Chicago - $41,924
Youth Education Programs - This project includes: the development of a week long learning experience of architecture designed for teachers; distribution of a newly developed teacher's curriculum; and the continuation of "The Secret of Skyscrapers" program designed for 3rd-4th graders. (Contact: Stacey Stern, 312-922-3432 x229)

Chicago Athenaeum at Schaumburg - Schaumburg - $7,602
Outreach Programs - Funding will allow the continued development and implementation of "Gallery 54," a free community outreach program for urban and suburban youth as a way to supplement severe cutbacks in advanced arts education in the public schools. (Contact: Jennifer Lavender, 847-895-3950)

Chicago Botanic Garden - Glencoe - $195,232
Center for Teaching and Learning - Grant funds will allow for the development of the Center which will provide teacher training, curriculum materials, and direct instruction to help strengthen and enrich the plant science and environmental education taught in area schools. (Contact: Barbara Whitney-Carr, 847-835-8225)

Chicago Children's Museum - Chicago - $67,750
Student Visit Program - This project includes the addition of two new educational programs as well as improvements in scheduling, a student visit hotline, and a discount program. (Contact: Stacia Whitmore, 312-464-7717)

Chicago Cultural Center - Chicago - $117,495
Education Program Coordination - This project includes the enhancement of educational programming through the development of appropriate materials and workshops, as well as supplemental programs through the Art Immersion program. (Contact: Eileen Friestad, 312-744-5905)

Chicago Historical Society - Chicago - $124,123
Educational Programming Enhancements - Funding will allow for the continuation of the Distance Learning Center (DLC) and Park Voyagers Program (PVP). Through the DLC, the museum maintains direct contact with school audiences through live-time video conferencing. The PVP goal is to build a habit of museum-going with children and their families. (Contact: Robert Nauert, 312-799-2220)

Children's Discovery Museum of Central Illinois - Bloomington - $7,602
"Hands-on, Minds-on" For All - This project includes the development of a program guide, marketing plan, and delivery system programming information to ensure that all area schools are informed about available educational programming opportunities at the museum. (Contact: Shari Buckellew, 309-829-6222)

Children's Museum of Illinois - Decatur - $7,602
Establishment of Family Programs and Expansion of School/Community Workshops - Funding assistance will allow for the establishment of new school and community group workshops and the expansion of current eductional programming. (Contact: Melinda Shaw, 217-423-9179)

Cosley Zoo - Wheaton - $7,602
Interpretation for Casual Visitors - Funding assistance will allow for the continuation of programming through the use of a Casual Interpretation Specialist (CIS) to provide daily supervision of new volunteers, assist the Program Coordinator in training and evaluating volunteers, as well as continuing to offer programs themselves. (Contact: Alice Eastman, 630-665-5534)

Crabtree Nature Center - Barrington - $7,602
Enhancement of Interpretive Trail and Exhibit Signage - Funding assistance will allow for the enhancement of educational signage on self-guided trails and the development of interpretive signage for the raptor display. (Contact: Conrad Drust, 847-381-6592)

Crystal Lake Park District Nature Center - Crystal Lake - $7,602

Marketing Project - Grant funds will assist with the production of materials including newsletters, informational mailings, signage and media coverage to effectively promote the nature center's expanded educational resources. (Contact Person: Rita Hickman, 815-459-0680)

Depot Museum

Education Outreach - Funding will assist with the expansion of the educational outreach program; provide teacher training workshops; expand children's programs; provide an adult lecture series; and implement the new "Traditions Program." (Contact: Carla Hill, 630-406-5274)<p>

Des Plaines Historical Museum - Des Plaines - $7,602<br>
This Is Our Town, Des Plaines - This project involves the development of an interactive computer station for use in the museum to utilize photographs and resources to compliment the growing inventory of reproduction hands-on items. (Contact Person: Joy Matthiessen, 847-391-5399)<p>

Discovery Center Museum - Rockford - $7,602<br>
Education Program Development - Funding assistance will allow for the enhancement of the overall education program by expanding program offerings and continuing to provide services at no or reduced cost. (Contact Person: Sarah Wolf, 815-963-6769)<p>

DuPage Children's Museum - Naperville - $9,666<br>
Learning Labs:  A Radical Way to Learn - Grant funding will assist in the further development and design of the museum's Learning Labs providing K-5 classrooms with interdisciplinary arts exhibits and related programs. (Contact Person: April Arnold, 630-637-8000)<p>

DuPage County Historical Museum - Wheaton - $7,602<br>
Development of Teacher Resource Materials - Part II - This project will provide the resources necessary to complete the research and writing of materials to be used in conjunction with the Children's Chores and Pioneering DuPage programming. (Contact Person: Susan Stob, 630-682-6744)<p>

Durant House Museum - St. Charles - $7,602<br>
Prairie Children Program - Funds will be used to hire the additional staff warranted by the expansion of the junior docent program; docent training sessions presented by outside experts; and the purchase of reproduction costuming to outfit the new volunteer docents. (Contact Person: Elizabeth Safanda, 630-377-6424)<p>

DuSable Museum of African American History - Chicago - $18,524<br>
Outreach and Family Programming - Funding assistance will allow for the museum's continued participation in the Park Voyagers Program, as well as continued development of educational programing for school groups and families. (Contact: Michelle Bibbs, 773-947-0600 x273)<p>

Early American Museum - Mahomet - $7,602<br>
Integrated Circuits in Education - Funding assistance will allow for the coordination of all aspects of the education program through the hiring of an Outreach Coordinator. (Contact: Cheryl Kennedy, 217-586-2612)<p>

Elgin Area Historical Society Museum - Elgin - $7,602<br>
Staffing and Program Development - Grant funds will be used to hire additional staff to assist with programming during peak months; purchase of program enhancements; and the development of a cemetery walk school program. (Contact: Elizabeth Marston, 847.742.4248)<p>

Elgin Public Museum - Elgin - $7,602<br>
Soil Biodiversity - Funding assistance will allow for the development and implementation of programming involving soil and its importance in the eco system, thereby meeting a number of competencies set by the science curriculum of IL Learning Standards for public schools. (Contact: Peggie Stromberg, 847-741-6655)<p>

Ellwood House Museum - DeKalb - $7,602<br>
Continuation of Free School Programs - Grant funds will assure the availability of a range of free educational programs to all 21 elementary and middle schools in DeKalb County. (Contact: Gerald Brauer, 815-756-4609)<p>

Elmhurst Art Museum - Elmhurst - $7,602<br>
Expanded Education Initiative - This project will provide, at no cost to the visitor, a range of activities including discussions to actual art creating projects, relating to exhibit specific workshops in a relaxed atmosphere. (Contact: D. Neil Bremer, 630-834-0202)<p>

Fabyan Villa Museum - St. Charles - $7,602<br>
Visiting Riverbank:  Sharing The Fabyan's Vision - This project will include educating area teachers in fitting the museum into their curriculum both as a field trip destination and through outreach; and the development of three new hands-on educational programs geared towards 8-12 year olds. (Contact: Elizabeth Safanda, 630-377-6424)<p>

Field Museum of Natural History - Chicago - $380,119<br>
Educational Programming Development - Funding assistance will allow for continuation of the Park Voyagers Program; continued involvement in the two Soil Adventure Mobiles, development of curriculum for second through eight grade students bringing the world of soil to life; and "The Field Expedition Company." (Contact: Deborah Bakken, 312-665-7807)<p>

Freeport Arts Center - Freeport - $7,602<br>
Art Program for Kids - Funding will help with the development of the Junior High Volunteer Club and existing programming enabling the Center to reach more schools in Northwest Illinois with a wider variety of arts experiences. (Contact: Becky Hewitt Connors, 815-235-9755)<p>

Garfield Park Conservatory - Chicago - $27,574<br>
Formal Education Programming - Grant funds will be used in the development of additional curricula and activities to further enhance educational programming will include Conservatory Kids, Conservatory to You, Student Advisory Board, and Plant Camp. (Contact: Lisa Roberts, 312-746-5995)<p>

General John A. Logan Museum - Murphysboro - $7,602<br>
Educational Programming Development - Funding assistance will allow for the expansion of the Summer History Camps, creation of a new loan program to schools, and continuation of the programming and development staff position. (Contact: Michael Jones, 618-687-4388)<p>

Glen Oak Zoo - Peoria - $7,602<br>
Backpack Safari Program - Grant funds will assist with a series of projects including the development of a backpack program outfitted with materials suitable for use by teachers, students, or families and interactive programming and to acquire materials for the World Wide Waters educational program. (Contact: Janice Schweitzer, 309-686-3365 x204)<p>

The Grove - Glenview - $7,602<br>
Public Visitation and Education Program Support Enhancement - This project includes evaluating and restructuring the museum's environmental and historical programs to ensure the most effective and up-to date programming possible. (Contact: Steve Swanson, 847-299-6096)<p>

Health World - Barrington - $18,131<br>
Enhancing Teaching Capacity Program - Funding assistance will allow for the expansion and enhancement of classroom programs through the purchase of additional educational tools, the training of educators, the restructuring of learning space within the museum, and the addition of interactive video and slide presentations. (Contact: Jennifer Kuhn, 847-842-9100)<p>

Heritage in Flight Museum, Inc - Lincoln - $7,602<br>
Why They Fly - This project includes the development of lesson plans for summer workshops with an emphasis on 5th and 6th grade students. (Contact: Jack Burke, 217-732-3333)<p>

Historical Society of Oak Park and River Forest - Oak Park - $7,602<br>
Becoming Oak Park: A Centennial Education Program - Grant funds will assist with the development of educational programming designed around Oak Park's Centennial celebration. (Contact: Frank Lipo, 708-848-6755)<p>

Hoosier Grove Museum - Streamwood - $7,602<br>
Educational Audio Tour - Grant funds will assist with the research, development, and production of an educational audio tour video for the museum, available free of charge, which will contain interpretive information pertaining to permanent exhibits and the Hoosier Grove Museum. (Contact: Nancy Gher, 630-213-9706)<p>

Illinois State Museum - Springfield - $89,003<br>
Technology Learning Center - Increasing Access to Museum Resources - Funding assistance will allow for the continued expansion of educational opportunities offered through the Center, including the enhancement and implementation of new public workshops on a variety of topics ranging from restoration of family photographs to the use of hand-held global positioning systems. (Contact: Bonnie Styles, 217-782-7475)<p>

Irons Oaks Environmental Learning Center - Olympia Fields - $7,602<br>
Expansion of Conservation Education and Action Projects - Funding will go to offset expenses associated with the development, supplies, program tuition and transportation costs resulting from the expansion of the environmental education program enrollment and services. (Contact: Dave Guritz, 708-481-2330)<p>

Itasca Depot Museum - Itasca - $7,602<br>
Photograph History CD - This project includes scanning the entire historic photograph collection along with accompanying  information onto a CD-ROM, which will be made available to all Itasca schools and the community library. (Contact: Joan Stinton, 630-773-2257)<p>

Jarrett Prairie Center - Byron - $7,602<br>
Interpretive Signage Development - This project includes the addition of interpretive signage to existing exhibits explaining the native landscape in Illinois before European settlement. (Contact: Richie Wolf, 815-234-8535)<p>

John A. Logan College Museum - Carterville - $7,602<br>
Educational Programming - This project includes the creation of an education program in partnership with Southern Illinois Hunting and Fishing Days; continuation of the Purdy School program; expansion of the African American Heritage month programs; and planning exhibit oriented programming.  (Contact: Adrienne Barkley, 618-985-2828 x8408)<p>

Kendall County Natural History Center - Yorkville - $7,585<br>
Laws of Nature - Grant funds will assist with additional staff hours and educational materials for the new indoor programming/exhibit space and expansion of the volunteer program. (Contact: Danielle Ebersole, 630-553-4111)<p>

Klehm Arboretum - Rockford - $7,602<br>
Curriculum Development for Middle/High Schools and Families - Funding will assist with the development of a curriculum for students, grades 6-12, and their families and the addition of a full-time education professional. (Contact: Laura Wyatt, 815-965-8146)<p>

Kohl Children's Museum - Wilmette - $16,841<br>
Daily Discoveries Activities - Funding assistance will allow for the expansion of the Daily Discovery Program, which includes educational activities designed as weekly themes relating to the museum exhibits. (Contact: Craig Dresang, 847-256-6056)<p>

Lake County Discovery Museum - Wauconda - $7,602<br>
Family, School, and Teacher Programs - Grant funds will assist with the enhancement of current educational programming with the addition of training programs for teachers, and continued development of additional web based educational programming. (Contact: Joyce Lingenfelter, 847-968-3422)<p>

Lake Forest/Lake Bluff Historical Society Museum - Lake Forest - $7,602<br>
Around the Ring:  Theater and Literature in Lake Forest - This project includes the development of an exhibit and accompanying programs interpreting Lake Forest's relationship to theater and literature and developing a school program for high school students focusing on the novel "The Great Gatsby," to help them understand the references made in the book. (Contact: Janice Hack, 847-234-5253)<p>

Lake Katherine Nature Preserve - Palos Heights - $7,602<br>
Early People of Palos Program - Funding will assist in the creation of educational programming with first-person reenactors and a brochure on the early inhabitants of the Palos area. Hands-on opportunities, educational materials, and supplies will be developed for the program. (Contact: Bill Banks, 708-361-1873)<p>

Lakeview Museum of Arts and Sciences - Peoria - $10,844<br>
Exhibit Oriented Educational Programming - Grant funds will help with the development of educational programs, activities, and publications relating to each of the museum's five temporary exhibitions scheduled for 2002, as well as for the folk art and portrait galleries. (Contact: Kate Schureman, 309-686-7000    x111)<p>

Lincoln Memorial Garden and Nature Center - Springfield - $7,602<br>
Development of Additional Interpretation by Seasonal Interns - This project includes the development of interpretive tools allowing the visitor to learn more about the Garden's history, flora, fauna, and landscape features through the use of interpretive brochures and signage, inter