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.
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...
Lunch & Learn: Arcadia - America's Playable Arcade Museum
Bring your lunch and join us to learn about Arcadia: America's Playable Arcade Museum, located along historic Route 66, on Th...
Navegando una Nueva Comunidad: Recent Immigrant Arrivals in the Bloomington-Normal Community
Kick off Latino Heritage Month at the Museum with a panel discussion focusing on stories of recent migration to McLean County. Thi...
DAR America 250 American Revolutionary War Marker Dedication & Reception
Join the Letitia Green Stevenson Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution for a dedication of a new hi...
Rivian: Bloomington's Battery-Powered 'Car of Tomorrow'
Long before the emergence of Rivian Automotive, the Twin Cities was center stage for another battery-powered vehicle — the gone-bu...
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.
Join usBecome a Volunteer
We provide rewarding opportunities for active volunteers and flexible positions for occasional volunteers too.
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