The basic objective of the Dundee Township Historical Society is to inspire appreciation in our rich local heritage by encouraging understanding and preservation of the history of our township. Dundee Township is an area where new growth and historic preservation...

The Crystal Lake Historical Society was founded April 14, 2000 by local residents who were concerned that the history of our community was not being preserved for future generations. The Society invites all who share this concern to discover and learn about our...

The Museum is housed in an 1856 landmark building known as Old Main that was once part of the Elgin Academy. It is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Through permanent and changing exhibits, the museum brings to life Elgin's rich heritage. Permanent...

Built in 1907, the Elgin Public Museum is the only natural history museum in the Fox Valley area. The Museum offers exhibits and educational programs with natural history and cultural themes for families, school groups, Scouts, clubs, organizations, homeschoolers and...

The Barrington Area Historical Society was founded in 1968 by local residents dedicated to preserving the history and culture of the Barrington area. Since that time, the Society has become an integral part of the Barrington area communities. Currently the Society...

The Visual and Performing Arts Center provides residents of Chicago's Fox Valley with a refreshingly different arts experience than can be found in the city or other regional arts center. Our CenterStage lineup avoids tired reruns in favor of fresh, artistically...

The Illinois Railway Museum, as you see it today, is the result of decades of effort by a dynamic group of dedicated volunteers. All of the buildings, track, locomotives and cars were assembled here at Union on what was once farmland. Our main line trackage was laid...

Wild West Displays Explore the Wild West Displays in the Museum: Cowboy Memorabilia with genuine articles such as wooly chaps, gun belts, guns, spurs lariats and boots. Law & Order with actual death masks cast from dead outlaws faces, handcuffs, and badges. Mining...

a nostalgic trip back to an era when the electric trolley car was a vital part of American life. Experience EDUCATION THROUGH DEMONSTRATION the sights and sounds of this unique part of American history aboard a genuine old-time trolley car such as car Aurora, Elgin...

The museum also provides a family-oriented entertainment and educational destination spot. It uniquely and interactively helps tell the story of this county and its people. No other public facility can make that claim. Museums, like theaters, opera houses, parks,...