Events & Programs
Looking for something new to do? Check out our upcoming events and programs. Tune into a livestream, or watch a recording of a past program on our YouTube channel.
Museum and Visitors Center Closed for Labor Day
The Museum and Cruisin' with Lincoln on 66 Visitors Center will be closed in observance of Labor Day. We will reopen on Tuesd...
Unity Community Garden Tour Day - Ginger, Cover Crops, Vegetable Tips and More!
Tour of Unity Community Center Food Production and Demonstration GardenAs part of the Museum's Seeds of History initiative, t...
Asbestos Exhibit Opening
The Museum, with financial support from LiUNA! Midwest Region Laborer's International Union of North America, is proud to pre...
Bent Elementary School 100 Year Celebration
Celebrate 100 years of Bent Elementary on Saturday, September 7 from 4pm - 6pm at Bent. Stop by anytime.Building tours. Historical...
Evergreen Cemetery Walk Tickets On Sale
Ticket sales for the 30th and Final Evergreen Cemetery Walk begin on September 10, 2024.There are eight opportunities to participa...
Plan Your Visit
With five exhibit galleries, a hands on Discovery Room, and four floors of Museum to explore, there's a lot of history to get caught up on. So let's cover the essentials to help you plan your Museum visit.
Exhibits
Explore the rich history of McLean County in our five permanent exhibits, hands on Discovery Room, and numerous displays. Our online exhibits bring McLean County history to you, wherever you are.
Research
The Museum has thousands of online and on-site resources for researching local history topics and genealogy. These are some of our most popular resources.
Learn
Our educational programs reach thousands of students, seniors, and community members each year.
Become a Member
Want free admission to the Museum every day of the year? Or invitations to special member-only events? Becoming a member is a meaningful contribution to the Museum's mission of preserving local history. Plus, enjoy reciprocal benefits at over 400 museums & historic sites in the U.S. through the Time Travelers Program.
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Become a Volunteer
We provide rewarding opportunities for active volunteers and flexible positions for occasional volunteers too.
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