5 Things You Must Do in Skokie

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Skokie is a suburb of Chicago in Cook County, Illinois. It was formerly known as Niles Center. The village has been used as a location for many film sets, including The Weather Man, Risky Business and Sixteen Candles. There are interesting parks and museums for visitors to see.

1. Skokie Heritage Museum: Situated on Floral Avenue this heritage museum depicts the history and culture of the town. Visitors can find artistic items from the Skokie region including an old fire house and an old log cabin. There are also display items relating to travel from all over the nation. Opening hours are Thursday and Friday 12pm - 4pm, Saturday and Sunday 10am - 2pm.

2. Holocaust Memorial Foundation: The foundation is dedicated to the Holocaust in which it strives to enlighten, chronicle and keep visitors informed about this historical event. It provides a tribute to the men and women who lost their lives during this cruel massacre of Jews through its many displays and artifacts.  For more information on the Holocaust Memorial Foundation click on the link.

3. Skokie Sculpture Park: This is a fitness park with jogging, walking and cycling paths. It covers an area of two miles and is decorated with sixty big sculptures drawn from the contemporary themes.  For more information on the Sculpture Park click on the link.

4. Emily Oaks Nature Center: The center is based around thirteen-acres of Oak trees and is an ideal picnic spot. Many walking trails go through the Oak grove and skirt around ponds and woodland. There is also a nature education center.  For more information on the Emily Oaks Nature Center click on the link.

5. Chicago Academy of Sciences: The natural history of the Midwest is depicted in all its glory here. A greenhouse containing real animals, an urban river model, and the habitat of butterflies are its main exhibits.