O'Fallon, Illinois

Art, Historical Society

Oak Park, Illinois

Park

Rantoul, Illinois

General, History, Military

In light of the impending closure of Chanute Air Force Base in Rantoul, Illinois, Mayor Katy Podagrosi established the Air Museum Committee in 1989. She concluded: "A museum will not contribute to Rantoul's economic survival; it will contribute to Rantoul's cultural survival."

In 1991, The Air Museum Committee was charged with establishing a governing Foundation and acquiring the funding for a museum. A Board of Directors was formed, foundation by-laws were drafted, and tax-exempt status was granted. A museum director was hired in 1992 and historically significant artifacts were acquired to form the foundation of the museum's collections.

Chanute Air Force Base closed on September 30, 1993.

Oregon, Illinois

History, Historic House, Historical Society

Out of an abundance of caution, we have made the difficult decision that the Ogle County Historical Society will be closed to the public effective immediately. We are also cancelling our monthly meetings. Please check our website and Facebook page for more information as the situation evolves.

Bloomington, Illinois

History

Chillicothe, Illinois

History

Springfield, Illinois

History, Library, Nature Centers

Danville, Illinois

History

Olmsted, Illinois

Historical Society

Orland Park, Illinois

Historical Society

Oak Brook, Illinois

Historical Society

We are currently in the process of restoring the interior of the historic Old Butler School which serves as the Oak Brook Heritage Center. The Heritage Center is operated by the Historical Society and, upon completion, will serve as an educational resource for the display and study of the heritage and history of Oak Brook for residents, school children and visitors alike. Small group meeting space will also be available for local organizations. Currently, the northeast library room serves as a family history center for those wishing to learn more about their ancestors and/or the early settlers of this area through the use of archival documents, photographs and various cemetery databases. Please contact OBHS for more information.

Oakland, Illinois

Church, History

Odell, Illinois

History

Watseka, Illinois

Children's, Culture, History, Historic House, Historical Society, Natural History

The Old Courthouse Museum is operated by the Iroquois County Historical Society, a not for profit corporation. Because it is not the recipient of large grants or subsidies, the Society is dependent upon the generous support of our visitors such as you: regular donations toward expenses by members: many who include remembrances in estates: memberships and personal help, plus county businesses and organizations all interested in retaining and recording history of Iroquois County, our home, thus preserving our rich heritage.

Galena, Illinois

History

Granite City, Illinois

Historical Society

Lemont, Illinois

History, Library

Springfield, Illinois

Oliver P. Parks Telephone Museum in Springfield, Illinois appears to be closed for good. They had to return all their exhibits to the Parks family on their request. At least, that's what the sign on the building says.

Newark, Illinois

History

Champaign, Illinois

Children's, Historic House, Science

At the Orpheum Children's Science Museum, we inspire, engage and educate children through exploration of science and the arts. We are a founding member of the Museums at the Crossroads, which raises awareness of the museums of Champaign County.