Things to Do

Billy Graham Center Museum and Archives
This dramatically designed museum traces the history of America's evangelistic growth through artistic displays of tapestries, dioramas, artifacts, and dynamic multi-media presentations.

Located in the Billy Graham Center, the archives preserve the history of several evangelical organization and mission agencies, as well as hold the personal papers and journals of such distinguished individuals as Billy Graham, Chuck Colson, Corrie ten Boom, and Billy Sunday.

Marion E. Wade Center
The Wade Center houses the works of seven British authors, including C.S. Lewis, renowned for their impact on contemporary literature and Christian thought.

Sports & Recreation Complex (SRC)
SRC guest passes are available for: $5.00 for a one-time pass and $20.00 for a five-day pass. Conference guest passes provide access to the Chrouser pool, a Jacuzzi, and indoor track, as well as a strength and conditioning room.

Outdoor Recreation and Relaxation
Outdoor volleyball and basketball, a running track, and tennis courts are available. A walking mall, numerous shaded park benches, and a fountained courtyard in The Quad provide guests a welcome respite.

Beamer Center
The Beamer Center is the campus’ living room – an informal, centrally-located gathering place. The lower level of Beamer includes numerous nooks and crannies with soft-seating for quiet conversation. It also includes several hang-out spots, such as the Stupe – with old-fashioned booth seating – and the game room.

The Stupe is open to the public year-round and features an espresso bar, tea bar and smoothie bar. It also sells a variety of soft drinks, hand-dipped ice cream, fresh-baked goods and packaged snacks.

The game room is available by contract for special events and residential conference programs. Recreation equipment includes billiards, table tennis, foosball, air hockey, multiple table-top games as well as a big-screen television.

Chicagoland Area
Step off-campus and siteseeing opportunties abound in the Chicagoland area as well!