Sugar Grove, Illinois
General, History, Specialized
Air Classics is an aviation museum located at Aurora Municipal Airport - ARR where the aircraft actually fly. You can sit in an A-7 that flew in the Gulf War and climb into the pilot's seat of a UH-1 Huey helicopter. The museum's collection includes aircraft, vehicles, uniforms and other aviation memorabilia from the 1930s to the present time.
Plano, Illinois
Art, Historic House
In the farmlands outside of Chicago, renowned architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created a timeless masterpiece along the Fox River. Mies' vision of a modern shelter for the 20th Century, set in nature, is expressed with absolute purity and intensity. His serene steel and glass weekend retreat for Dr. Edith Farnsworth belies its controversial history and its dramatic rescue by civic groups.
Newark, Illinois
Historical Society
Fern Dell has purchased an old store building at the corner of Front and Jackson Streeets in Newark. The building consists of 3 rooms, the front room has been refurbished with a new floor, lighting, fans and paint from top to bottom. It is in the process of being fitted with showcases full of artifacts and partitioned alcoves with specific interest items from donated collections.
Yorkville, Illinois
Historical Society
Yorkville, Illinois
History
Somonauk, Illinois
Archaeology, History, Natural History, Zoo
Described as "a hidden gem" of local cultural, natural and prehistoric history for lower DeKalb and upper LaSalle Counties.
Sandwich, Illinois
Art, History, Historical Society
The city is presently experiencing significant growth. As you drive around, you will notice evolving commercial and residential development. We are pleased that Sandwich is continuing to grow and develop, while yet retaining its historical heritage. The Sandwich city offices are located in an 1879 City Hall/Opera House.
Sugar Grove, Illinois
History, Historical Society