Captain Richard A. Schram Memorial Museum
and former Navy Chapel
1799 Patriot Boulevard
Glenview, IL 60026
For Information: (847) 657-3461
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Your Place in History

Host your next event in this quaint white chapel located in the center of The Glen. Originally built at the Glenview Naval Air Station during World War II and named after Captain Richard A. Schram, a renowned Navy flier, this historic nondenominational chapel served as a house of worship for thousands of servicemen and women passing through this military base. After the Naval Air Station closed, the building was moved from its original location and painstakingly restored by the Village of Glenview and Kimball Hill Builders. Now owned by the Glenview Park District, it is available for rental by groups, individuals and organizations.

For Weddings

Exchange your wedding vows in this unique historic setting with sparklling stained glass windows and pew-style seating for 150. A special Ceremony Package is available.

Meetings, Presentations & Performances

Groups or organizations may rent Schram on an hourly basis and use the main floor room seating 150 or the lower room equipped with microwave and refrigerator which seats 140.

Schram Memorial Chapel Rentals

The Schram Memorial Chapel is available for rental seven days a week.

To view a slideshow of photographs of the Schram Memorial Chapel click here.

Weekend rentals (Friday 3 pm - Sunday) may be scheduled up to 24 months in advance of the event date.

Weekday rentals (Monday through Thursday) are scheduled on a seasonal basis. Reservations are currently being taken for dates through August 30, 2008.

For more information or to schedule a tour, please call Katrina Freeman at (847) 657-3461 or e-mail her at katrina.freeman@glenviewparks.org.

For information on Glenview Park District party and banquet facilities, go to The Cafe at the Glenview Park Golf Club, the Lakeview Banquet Rooms at Park Center or the Redfield Estate at The Grove.

Last updated 4/30/08