The Park Ridge City Council approved the Historic Preservation Ordinance at the meeting of January 18th, and the Mayor has now appointed the nine Preservation Commissioners authorized by the Ordinance (Article 23 of the Municipal Code).

There is a major variation associated with this figure. The normal figure has eyes painted with no color. The variation has blue eyes. There are only 4 blue-eyed pieces known to be in collectors' hands. Introduced in the early 1950's.

The Historical Society was chartered in 1971 and the Museum it sponsors is open year-round with no cost for admission.

Built on a ancient shortline of lake Michigan, Chicago's oldest house anchors the historic community of Norwood park and houses the offices and museum of norwood park Historical society.

The purpose of the Society is to bring together those people interested in Morton Grove history To stimulate the interest of new and old residents and other persons as to the value of a historical society in the community

The McDonald's Museum is the original site of Ray Kroc's McDonald's as it was in 1955. Original equipment, menu board and the food preparation area are set out as they were when first established. Photographs, advertising and memorabilia are housed in the basement.

Explore Skokie's Heritage by visiting the Historic Engine House and the original 1847 Log Cabin. These two sites have much to offer including permanent and temporary exhibits, special interest classes, and educational school programs..

The Koehnline Museum of Art is committed to establishing and encouraging an adventuresome environment for art. Its programs and exhibits are designed for students, College employees, and members of the greater community, and so serve an educational purpose as well as...

The Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center tells the story of the Holocaust through richly designed, interactive exhibitions that will both move and inspire you.

The Glenview History Center is a not-for-profit volunteer organization that preserves the cultural heritage of Glenview and its people. The Society maintains two facilities: the 1864 Farmhouse Museum and the modern Hibbard Library, a replica of the Victorian coach...