Attractions
Wilmette is home to the Bahá'í House of Worship, the continental Bahá'í House of Worship for North America and presently the only one in the United States, as well as the administrative offices for the Bahá'í National Spiritual Assembly. In 2007 the house of worship was named as one of the Seven Wonders of Illinois by the Illinois Bureau of Tourism. It is open seven days a week to anyone who wishes to visit. There is no charge and no collection is taken. Bahá'ís are forbidden from accepting money from others.
Wilmette has a small two theater multiplex named the Wilmette Theater located on Central Avenue in one of its downtowns. This theater shows classic films, contemporary movies, as well as hosting live performances.
Wilmette has three shopping centers. One of them is Plaza del Lago, one of the nations oldest shopping centers. It is located along Sheridan Road. The other two, Edens Plaza and West Lake Plaza, are on Lake Street along the Edens Expressway.
Other attractions include the Gilson Park with beach access, marina, and an off-leash area for dogs; Langdon Beach; and Centennial Park, with a public swimming pool, tennis and ice-skating facilities.
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