Last updated: 8/26/2013
431 N Chicago StJoliet, IL 60432
431 N. Chicago StreetJoliet, IL 60435
Monday - Friday
10 AM - 2 PM
and by appointment
The SWUA, (now SUA) Slovenian Heritage Museum located on Historic Route 66, in Joliet, Ill., was founded in 1978 by Irene M. Odorizzi. The Musuem was dedicated in 1983. Dedicated members from Joliet Branch #20 made this possible. Branches and members throughout the U.S. have contributed to the displays and exhibits, either monetarily or with artifacts. All donations are welcome and greatly appreciated!
With more than 4,300 members, there is bound to be undiscovered talent in our SUA membership, friends and others who have an interest in Slovenian heritage-Customs-Culture. Now, more than ever, we need that talent to help us move forward! Why not share your talents with us? We have so many options for you to do something meaningful to you and making a significant difference to SUA.
If you are interested in volunteering at the Museum, please Contact Mary Lou Voelk, Vice-President of Heritage and Culture at: ottolou@gulftel.com. Whatever sparks your interest and tugs at your heart, we will find a way to match your skill with our needs and as you help our organization grow!
Dedicated to honor and preserve our Slovenian legacy; to promote its ideals and to ensure its longevity for future generations.
EXHIBITS AND DISPLAYS: Artifacts, memorabilia, ancestral keepsakes, photos, rare books, and mementos from Slovenia are accepted for display.
MEMORIAL PLAQUE: Donations ($100) are accepted for the Memorial Plaque and are displayed in the museum. You may have your name or that of a friend or relative, displayed on the walnut plaque. Donations are recognized in Zarja.
MEMORIALS: All donations of a lesser amount are also recognized in Zarja. A memorial donation in memory of a deceased person is a fine tribute. Acknowledge a birthday, anniversary, or special occasion with this unique remembrance. These donations reflect our Slovenian descent and the existence of our Heritage Museum!
The National Board of Directors, through the resources of our museum/educational programs, bi-monthly magazine – Zarja- The Dawn, Newsletter and membership, work together to reach the goals of our Mission-Vision-Purpose.
Slovenian Women’s Union Scholarship Foundation: Celebrating 65 Years of Providing Educational Financial Assistance
Scholarships are available through the generous contributions and memorials from members and friends. Awards are given with the hope that Slovenian culture will continue to be promoted through its recipients. Donations are needed! Please consider a gift which can bring tax relief now or in the future as part of your estate plan.
Applications: Please visit our website for application forms.
Please visit our website for some links for those looking for their Slovenian roots…
Access:
Appointment required: No
A benefit of Slovenian Union of America membership is receiving Zarja, The Dawn, SUA’s our bi-monthly magazine. Zarja is our way of sharing news, events, stories, branch reports/events, and Slovenian culture. It’s interesting reading as well!
Skilled writers and editors are needed for swua.org and our bi-monthly magazine, ZARJA –The Dawn. Contact Bonnie Pohar-Prokup, SUA President at (wprokup@aol.com). It doesn’t matter where you live as long as you have access to e-mail and experience in writing or editing.
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