Naper Settlement presents the following events and programs during September 2025. The museum is open Tuesday-Saturday from 10AM-4PM and Sunday from 1-4PM with general museum admission $12 for adults (13+), $10 for seniors (62+), and $8 for youth (4-12). Naperville residents with proof of residency, children under 4, and members receive complimentary admission. For more information about a specific event or program and to purchase museum admission tickets, visit NaperSettlement.org.
Naper Settlement Farmers Market
Tuesday, September 2, 9, 16, & 23 • 3-7PM
Free admission | Learn More
The Naper Settlement Farmers Market features live music, educational classes and demonstrations, as well as an assortment of goods from local vendors such as coffee, fresh produce, bakery items, honey, and more. The Naper Settlement Farmers Market takes place every Tuesday through September 23.
Homeschool Days: Escape from the Past
Thursday, September 4 • 1-4PM
$8/person | Register
Can you escape the past? Join Naper Settlement for a series of challenges taking you across the museum’s 13-acre site. Learn more about history in a fun and engaging manner. All participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Downtown Naperville Architecture Walking Tour
Thursday, September 4 • 5:30-6:30PM
$15/person | Register
Learn about the important and interesting architecture from the 1800s to today that makes downtown Naperville a beautiful place to live, work, and play. The tour lasts approximately 60 minutes and covers about two miles. Open to all ages. Pre-registration is required.
Weed Ladies Fall Sale
Thursday-Friday, September 11-12 • 10AM-3:30PM and Sunday, September 14 • 1-4PM
Free admission | Learn More
The Weed Ladies Fall Sale features creative seasonal floral arrangements for sale. Each one-of-a-kind silk or dried floral creation has been designed by the Weed Ladies of the Naperville Heritage Society volunteer group. Proceeds benefit the Naperville Heritage Society.
Family STEM Night: Harvest
Thursday, September 11 • 6-7PM
$8/person | Register
Celebrate the season with Family STEM Night: Harvest. Dive into the science of farming, food, and food preservation with hands-on activities and experiments. Learn about the role of science in making a harvest last until spring. This program is recommended for families with children 12 and under. Pre-registration is required.
Craft by Beer: The Historic Heist Escape Room
Wednesday, September 17 • 7-9 PM
$20/adult (21+) | Register
A priceless artifact from Naperville’s past has gone missing, and only you can solve the mystery! Immerse yourself in Naperville’s rich history as you race against the clock to unlock clues, crack codes, and uncover secrets hidden in the town’s early days. Can you outsmart the thieves and save Naperville’s history before time runs out? Gather your team, grab a pint, and prepare for an unforgettable adventure! This program is for adults only – you must be at least 21 years of age to participate. A valid ID is required at event entry. Pre-registration is required.
Naperville Cemetery Walking Tour
Thursday, September 18 • 5:30-6:30PM
$15/person | Register
As you stroll through the serenity of this final resting place, you will step back into the past to learn the stories of pioneers, trailblazers, and everyday heroes who once breathed life into the very streets you walk today. The tour lasts approximately 60 minutes and covers about two miles. Open to all ages. Pre-registration is required.
History Unplugged: Prepare for the 250 (Elementary School)
Saturday, September 20 • 10 AM-12PM
$10/teacher | Register
Join Naper Settlement for an interactive workshop that empowers educators to prepare for the 250th anniversary of the United States. Engage in hands-on activities that explore key historical themes and collaborate to develop creative lesson plans that bring the themes of America’s 250 to life. Leave inspired by innovative strategies to create impactful learning experiences for your students as we celebrate and reflect on this historic milestone! Pre-registration is required.
The Great Decoding Escape Room
Saturday, September 20 • Available at 10:30AM, 12PM, or 1:30PM
$15/person | Register
The year is 1915 – the second year of the first World War. You and your party are cargo shipping analysts for the Great Lakes Naval Intelligence Office. They need your help in figuring out where to land an Allied ship full of secret cargo. Recommended for ages 12+.
STEAM Explorers
Sunday, September 21 • 1-4PM
Included in general admission | Register
Ignite your child’s curiosity with STEAM Explorers–the ultimate adventure in science, technology, engineering, art, and math! Let your kids unleash their creativity and problem-solving skills through hands-on activities. Visit Naper Settlement for an exciting journey where young minds can experiment, create, and discover the wonders of STEAM.
Your Friendly Neighborhood Historian: A Look Back at Anniversaries and Milestones
Tuesday, September 23 • 11:30 AM-12:30PM
$10/person | Register
In preparing for the Nation’s 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence in 2026, join Naper Settlement for a look back at community anniversaries and how these milestones have been commemorated and celebrated in the past.
Speakeasy Escape Room
Sunday, September 28 • Available at 1PM or 2:30PM
$15/person | Register
You have been recruited to help a local detective agency track down Prohibition’s most notorious crime boss. It is up to you to gain entry into the speakeasy. Recommended for ages 12+.
About Naper Settlement
Naper Settlement is a nationally accredited, award-winning outdoor living history museum set on 13 magnificent acres in the heart of Naperville. Located 30 miles from Chicago, the museum is home to thirty-one historical structures dating back as early as the 1830s. Featuring exhibits, special events, educational programming and more, Naper Settlement is where history comes alive and the community comes to connect. For more information, visit www.napersettlement.org or call (630) 420-6010.
