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Every Tuesday 5:00 PM
Join the Old Time Music group every Tuesday from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the Museum. A laid back and diverse group of musicians that try to...
Every Saturday until October 29 8:30 AM
Our Museum opens at 8:30 a.m. to all visitors, with free admission until noon! Tour the Museum’s latest exhibits and shop at the surrounding...
Every Tuesday until June 30 10:00 AM
Join Bloomington Public Library every Tuesday in June at the Museum for music and movement, stories, and fun! These programs are free and open to...
Every Sunday until July 24 8:30 AM
Back 2 School Supply Drive – We Need your Help!
The McLean County Museum of History and the Downtown Bloomington Farmers’ Market teaming...
Every Tuesday until October 25 10:00 AM
Join Bloomington Public Library every Tuesday in September and October at the Museum for music and movement, stories, and fun! These programs...
Tuesday, February 7, 2023 7:00 PM
All avid readers are welcome to join the Museum and Bloomington Public Library on Tuesday, February 7 at 7:00 p.m. for the first installment of...
Thursday, February 9, 2023 12:10 PM
Join the McLean County Museum of History for the sixth Lunch & Learn of the 2022-2023 season with Jamie Mathy and Kevin McCarthy on February 9th...
Saturday, February 11, 2023 2:00 PM
Join the McLean County Museum of History and Bloomington bread author Jack Keefe for a brief presentation, Q&A, and book signing for his new book,...
Tuesday, February 14, 2023 3:00 PM
Join the Illinois State Historic Preservation Office as they host a regional workshop in Downtown Bloomington! This workshop is intended to...
Thursday, February 23, 2023 6:00 PM
Black History in McLean County
February 23, at 6:00 pm
Heartland Community...
Saturday, February 25, 2023 10:00 AM
We are back in person! We will be holding the first Knit In of 2023 at Normal Public Library on Saturday, February 25 from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00...
Tuesday, February 28, 2023 6:30 PM
On Tuesday, February 28, the Museum is pleased to host Dr. Ericka WIlls, assistant professor at the School for Workers, University of Wisconsin,...
Saturday, March 4, 2023 7:00 PM
The Museum is pleased to host NONopera for a performance featuring original compositions by regional artists that offers a new perspective on...
Thursday, March 9, 2023 12:10 PM
Join the McLean County Museum of History and Illinois Wesleyan University for the seventh Lunch & Learn of the 2022-2023 season with Greg...
Saturday, March 18, 2023 2:00 PM
Are you a needlework novice thinking about a new hobby? Or a seasoned crafter looking for some new techniques? Explore the wide world of fiber...
Sunday, March 19, 2023 4:00 PM
The Museum is please to host another sound artist as part of pt.fwd's fifth season! Jeremy Young is a maker of electroacoustic audio from...
Saturday, March 25, 2023 1:30 PM
The Museum and Bloomington Public Library are pleased to host Catherine Lambrecht, program director for the Highland Park Historical Society and...
Friday, March 31, 2023 5:00 PM
The Museum is pleased to partner with Autism McLean to light up the Museum Square for Autism Awareness Month. Autism McLean was established in...
Saturday, April 1, 2023 9:00 AM
The McLean County Museum of History is honored to once again partner with YWCA’s Sexual Assault Awareness Month for the 2023 Clothesline...
Thursday, April 13, 2023 12:10 PM
Join the McLean County Museum of History and Illinois Wesleyan University for the eighth Lunch & Learn of the 2023 season with Robert and...
Saturday, April 15, 2023 7:00 PM
On Saturday, April 15 at 7:00 p.m., the Museum, is pleased to once again host the Normal Community High School Experimental Ensemble....
Thursday, April 20, 2023 9:00 AM
The Museum will reopen on Friday, April 21 at 9:00 a.m.
Saturday, April 29, 2023 2:00 PM
In recognition of National Library Week, the Museum, in partnership with Normal Public Library and Illinois Humanities, are pleased to host Angela...
Tuesday, May 2, 2023 7:00 PM
All avid readers are welcome to join the Museum and Bloomington Public Library on Tuesday, May 2 at 7:00 p.m. for the second installment of the...
Saturday, May 6, 2023 10:00 AM
We are back in person! We will be holding the second Knit In of 2023 at Illinois Art Station on Saturday, May 6 from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m....
Thursday, May 11, 2023 12:10 PM
Join the McLean County Museum of History and Illinois Wesleyan University for the final Lunch & Learn of the 2022-2023 season with with Larissa...