Byron Museum Of History & Lucius Read House

Local history museum featuring the Lucius Read House, old barn, railroads, AG Spalding, underground railroad, and other exhibits. Annual events include festival of trees (Nov-Dec) and quilt show (July).

Getting There & Details

Admission
Free
Hours
T-F: 8:30am-3:30pm S, Su: 1pm-4pm (Memorial Day-Labor Day). Closed major holidays.
Address
106 N. Union St.
Phone
815-234-5031
Email
[email protected]
Website
www.byronmuseum.org/index.html
Map
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Wheelchair Accessible Facility

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