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Olmec Origins Guided Tour

Join us for a guided tour of this unique exhibit. After a brief history of the Olmecs, we will visit a portion of the exhibit reflecting on the artist and their vision behind the creation

In partnership with the Mexican Cultural Center of DuPage, the Library will host 33 large, artisan Olmec heads that represent individual artists’ sense of Mexican cultural history as well their home cities. Olmec artists represent many of the 2026 World Cup hosting cities in Mexico, Canada and the United States. The Olmecs were one of the earliest known major Mesoamerican civilizations and laid the foundation for the Mexican cultures that followed. Many people have come to learn about the Olmec culture via their art, including the colossal heads.

Tours run approx. 45-60 minutes.

AGE GROUP: | Family | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Exhibits | Cultural | Community | Adult Programs |

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Phone: 847-742-2411

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We're open 12:00PM to 5:00PM

Mon, Aug 25 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Aug 26 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Aug 27 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Aug 28 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Aug 29 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Aug 30 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Aug 31 12:00PM to 5:00PM

Upcoming Events

Sun, Aug 31, All day
Main Library
All library locations are closed for the Holiday.

Mon, Sep 01, All day
Main Library
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