The Museum Complex is divided into three main exhibit areas: the Museum, the Taylor 1904, one room schoolhouse, and the 1853, Dr. A.L. Small home (the boyhood home of Governor Len Small). The museum contains a main gallery, a permanent Native American exhibit, a 19th century exhibit, and a sculpture gallery that houses nearly 30 original works by George Gray Barnard who lived in Kankakee during his formative years.
Recreates the period of history from 1870 to 1900 with period furhishings.
Kankakee, IL Historic HomesDisplays of running model trains and memorabilia. See large running model train displays and railroad memorabilia within Kankakee's restored train depot. Features a scale model of Kankakee and its trains as they looked in the 1950's. A life-size, 1947
Kankakee, IL Railroad HistoryThe Essex Historical Society Museum features a one-room school house and historical Essex artifacts contained in an adjacent brick building. Learn about area strip mines that date back to the early 1900'
Kankakee, IL MuseumsVisit an authentic cabin built during Momence's 150th anniversary to honor the area'
Kankakee, IL Pioneer LifeThis privately owned, 1890's depot was restored in 2001 and contains photos and artifacts relating to Momence's railroading history. (circa 1890)
Kankakee, IL Railroad HistoryCourse Access: PrivateHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes...
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A center for visual and performing arts through education, creative expression, guidance, artistic nourishment, insight and i...
A take-off point for the 10-mile Rock River Recreation Path, this riverside park features annual gardens, a floral clock plan...
More than 70 historic autos including presidential limousines, Al Capone's car and movie cars such as the Batmobile, PLUS hun...