History

History, Historical Society

We have over 350,000 3x5 cards on file listing the location of newspaper obits, marriages, births, etc. for people who are or have lived in Hancock County, Illinois.

History

Botanical Garden, Children's, Culture, General, History, Historic House, Historical Society, Natural History, Nature Centers, Park

Heritage Canyon is a 12-acre wooded structure nature walk dotted with buildings that take the visitor back to the 1800's.

Church, History, Historical Society

We have collected the history of the local Norwegian Lutheran Church, now gone for 40 years, the history of the Leiser family, the history of Dr. Wisner, the history of local men in World War II, and much more.

General, History, Science, Specialized

Exhibits, artifacts, and research library document the life and business of the Mueller family. Pioneers in the development of the automobile, Hieronymus and his children hald patents on the water cooled radiator, spark plug, and variable speed transmission. The Mueller family also invented plumbing and gas equipment. Displays at the museum highlight his inventive genius and the successful business he developed.

History

History

History

Children's, History

History

History

Cemetery, History, Library

History

Church, History, Historical Society

We have collected the history of the local Norwegian Lutheran Church, now gone for 40 years, the history of the Leiser family, the history of Dr. Wisner, the history of local men in World War II, and much more.

Children's, History, Historic House, Historical Society

The mission of the Hinsdale Historical Society is to collect, preserve and promote the history of Hinsdale, Illinois, and to foster an awareness and appreciation of its history and architecture through education, programs, exhibits and the maintenance of historical resources and properties in the Village.

General, History

Art, History, Park

Culture, General, History, Library, Specialized

Historic Auto Attractions is not only home to famous cars, but also a wide array of movie memorabilia. Some of those pieces include Marilyn Monroe’s nightgown, a sweater worn by Hollywood legend James Dean, and an outfit worn by Elvis Presley. In addition a large section of the museum is dedicated to John F. Kennedy, along with the “Day in Dallas” display.

History