History, Park

History

History, Library

Anthropology, Church, Culture, History, Historical Society, Library

Promoting heritage awareness through programs, tours and exhibits, research and publication. Remembering Swiss-German Amish-Mennonite pioneers of 1830-1850 to central and northern Illinois, their rural settlements and their faith; acculturation, nuturing congregations involved with peace and justice concerns and urban missions in following generations. Preserving pertinent unique items for posterity.

History, Library

Anthropology, Art, History, Natural History

History

History

Culture, History, Historic House, Historical Society, Library

We are currently working on several projects to enhance the tour of our museum. We also hope that it will make the museum more educational. We are trying to shine a new light on the history of Iroquois County. We are renovating our Iroquois County History Room to show what this land was like in the early settlement days.

History, Historical Society

History

General, History, Historical Society, Library, Specialized

The Illinois Heritage Association perpetuates the history and heritage of Illinois by providing professional services to educational institutions, local government bodies and nonprofit agencies. It recognizes the contribution of people and nature to the shaping of the cultural heritage of the state of Illinois. In furthering such such purposes, the Illinois Heritage Association researches and documents the history of Illinois, makes available the services of qualified personnel to assist with the needs of agencies entrusted with the perpetuation of Illinois history, provides educational services and benefits to the public, and builds coalitions with other groups that have similar objectives.

History

History

Art, History

Art, Culture, History

The Lockport Gallery features changing exhibitions of art created by past and contemporary Illinois artists and artisans. Paintings, drawings, sculptures, quilts, and other decorative and ethnographic arts are showcased in rotating, theme-based exhibitions augmented by interpretive materials. The exhibitions are given an added dimension through educational events, group tours, and outreach activities for both children and adults.

History

Art, History, Science

History

History