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Balzekas Museum of Lithuanian Culture
Chicago, Illinois

Art, Children's, Culture, History

Berwyn Historical Society
Berwyn, Illinois

Culture, Historical Society

Bridgeview Public Library
Bridgeview, Illinois

Library

Chicago Zoological Park
Brookfield, Illinois

Park

Flagg Creek Historical Society
LaGrange, Illinois

History, Historical Society

Frank Lloyd Wright Preservation Trust
Oak Park, Illinois

Fullersburg Woods Nature Center
Oak Brook, Illinois

History

Hemingway's Birthplace
Oak Park, Illinois

Hinsdale Historical Society
Hinsdale, Illinois

Children's, History, Historic House, Historical Society

The mission of the Hinsdale Historical Society is to collect, preserve and promote the history of Hinsdale, Illinois, and to foster an awareness and appreciation of its history and architecture through education, programs, exhibits and the maintenance of historical resources and properties in the Village.

Historic Pleasant Home
Oak Park, Illinois

History

Historical Society of Forest Park
Forest Park, Illinois

Culture, History, Historical Society

The Historical Society is located in St. Peter's Lutheran Church at 500 Hannah Ave. in Forest Park, IL. Please contact the Historical Society for more information on researching the past or for special events info. You can also visit us on Facebook!

Italian Cultural Center
Stone Park, Illinois

Art, Library

Maywood Historical Society
Maywood, Illinois

Historical Society

National Railway Historical Society
Oak Park, Illinois

History, Historical Society

Oak Park Conservatory
Oak Park, Illinois

Park

Riverside Historical Museum
Riverside, Illinois

Culture, History, Historical Society

The Riverside Historical Museum is located in the East Well House next to the historic Water Tower designed by William Le Barron Jenney. A new exhibit space in the East Well House has recently been completed. New permanent displays are currently being developed.

The Museum is managed and operated by the seven-member volunteer Riverside Historical Commission. The museum contains and archive of approximately 16,000 documents and artifacts that are primarily dedicated to preserving the rich history of Riverside.

Sister Guala-O'Connor Gallery
River Forest, Illinois

Art

Trailside Museum of Natural History
River Forest, Illinois

Historic House, Natural History, Nature Centers

Nestled in one of Cook County’s richest savannahs, Trailside Museum boasts its historic presence at the Southwest corner of Thatcher and Chicago Avenues in River Forest. Built in 1874, by Abraham J. Hoffman, it was first utilized as a high class finishing school for young ladies. In 1881, it was converted to an institution for young men from broken homes. Hugh McFarlane, a wealthy carriage maker and village trustee, was a subsequent resident. In 1917, the Forest Preserve District of Cook County purchased the building and surrounding land to use as the general headquarters. Finally, in 1931, it was converted to Trailside Museum, the first of its kind in the midwest.

Westchester Historical Society
Westchester, Illinois

History, Historical Society

Chicago Lawn Historical Society
Chicago, Illinois

History, Historical Society

Houses information and articles in the Chicago Branch Public Library.

Czechoslovak Heritage Museum
Oak Brook, Illinois

Culture, History

MuseumsUSA has been advised that this beautiful collection has unfortunately lost their space this past November and currently are in storage until a new location is found. Please check back often and we will give the new location asap.

Forest Preserve District of Cook County
River Forest, Illinois

Historical Society

Fullersburg Historic Foundation
Oak Brook, Illinois

History

Graue Mill & Museum
Oak Brook, Illinois

History, Historic House, Specialized

Graue Mill and Museum, an operating waterwheel grist mill and homestead, is dedicated to maintaining a bridge between past and present generations in the belief that understanding our history is vital to our future. The Museum provides programs -- for school children and others -- that include milling, spinning and weaving and living history presentations, as well as artifacts which illustrate the way of life of area residents between 1850 and 1890 and the impact mills such as Graue Mill had on our culture.

Hinsdale Center for the Arts
Hinsdale, Illinois

Art

Hist. Soc. of Oak Park & River Forest
Oak Park, Illinois

Art, History, Park

Historical Society of Cicero
Cicero, Illinois

History, Historical Society

The Historical Society of Cicero is currently not active. Much of the archives and historical documents are now at the Cicero Public Library. Please contact them for additional information or research inquries.

International Polka Association
Chicago, Illinois

LaGrange Area Historical Society
LaGrange, Illinois

Historical Society

Melrose Park Historical Society
Melrose Park, Illinois

Historical Society

Oak Brook Historical Society
Oak Brook, Illinois

Historical Society

We are currently in the process of restoring the interior of the historic Old Butler School which serves as the Oak Brook Heritage Center. The Heritage Center is operated by the Historical Society and, upon completion, will serve as an educational resource for the display and study of the heritage and history of Oak Brook for residents, school children and visitors alike. Small group meeting space will also be available for local organizations. Currently, the northeast library room serves as a family history center for those wishing to learn more about their ancestors and/or the early settlers of this area through the use of archival documents, photographs and various cemetery databases. Please contact OBHS for more information.

Parks District of Oak Park-Hist. Houses
Oak Park, Illinois

Park

Salt Creek Greenway Association
Westchester, Illinois

History

Stone Park Hist. Asso., Village Hall
Stone Park, Illinois

History, Park

West Town Museum of Cultural History
Maywood, Illinois

Western Springs Historical Society
Western Springs, Illinois

Historical Society

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MUSEUM CONFERENCES

Georgia Association of Museums 2025 Conference

February 5 - 7, 2025

Milledgeville, Georgia

Georgia Association of Museums 2025 Conference

Wednesday, February 5 - Friday, February 7, 2025

Ina Dillard Russell Library Georgia College & State University

Milledgeville, Georgia

Hosted by: Georgia Association of Museums

The Whole Story Is The Meanin

“For the fiction writer himself the whole story is the meaning, because it is an experience, not an abstraction.”― Flannery O'Connor, Mystery and Manners: Occasional Pros

Join us in Milledgeville, Georgia, for the annual Georgia Association of Museums conference as we explore the profound wisdom of Milledgeville author Flannery O'Connor’s words. In a world where narratives intersect and perspectives diverge, this theme invites proposals that delve into the essence of storytelling within museums and cultural institutions. Our work in the museum field requires us to look at stories from as many angles and perspectives as possible so that we might do our best to tell the “whole story.

Through thought-provoking discussions, interactive workshops, and engaging presentations, we will uncover the layers of meaning embedded within every artifact, exhibition, and historical account. Just as O’Connor masterfully crafted narratives that resonate with universal truths, museums hold the power to illuminate the whole story behind many objects, artworks, and cultural phenomena

We will examine how museums can embrace inclusivity, diversity, and authenticity in their storytelling practices. By acknowledging multiple perspectives and amplifying marginalized voices, we can enrich our understanding of the past and present, fostering empathy and connection within our communities.

2025 California Association of Museums Conference

February 18 - 22, 2025

San Fransico, California

2025 California Association of Museums Conference

Tuesday, February 18 - Saturday, February 22, 2025

San Fransico, California

Hosted by: California Association of Museums

CAM is hard at work planning for the 2025 conference, set to take place from February 18–22, 2025 in San Francisco. We look forward to highlighting best practices and innovative ideas from California's museum community

The California Association of Museums is excited to continue offering in-person programming for 2025. We will not be requiring proof of COVID vaccination/s, but highly encourage vaccination and boosters. For the health and safety of our colleagues, masks are also encouraged (but not required). Capacity and spaces will be thoughtfully considered in the planning of this event.

For more information, please email programs@calmuseums.org.

Virginia Association of Museum's 2025 Annual Conference!

March 15 - 18, 2025

Blacksburg, Virginia

Virginia Association of Museum's 2025 Annual Conference!

Saturday, March 15 - Tuesday, March 18, 2025

The Inn at Virginia Tech

Blacksburg, Virginia

Hosted by: Virginia Association of Museums

2025 Conference Theme: Looking Back to the Future For the past several years, many museums have been deeply involved in planning programs and events to observe the 250th birthday of the United States of America. While this is certainly an occasion to celebrate, this anniversary also forces us as a society to reckon with ongoing inequities and challenges within the US that go back to its inception. As museums ask their audiences to look to the past to understand the present and shape a better future, perhaps now is a good moment in time for Virginia’s museum community to take pause and look back at its own history. We are excited to see you in Blacksburg in March 2025 as we take a moment in our hectic schedules to take pause and visit our diverse pasts. Let’s uncover and share our histories to build a more resilient Virginia museum community.

Texas Association of Museums 2025 Conference Austin

April 6 - 9, 2025

Austin, Texas

Texas Association of Museums 2025 Conference Austin

Sunday, April 6 - Wednesday, April 9, 2025

AT&T Conference Center

Austin, Texas

Hosted by: Texas Association of Museums

Theme: Bridging the Past and Futur

CELEBRATING 50 YEARS OF THE TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF MUSEUM

The Texas Association of Museums (TAM) is excited to host our 2025 Annual Conference in Austin from April 6th - 9th. Inspired by the city’s iconic bridges, the theme of TAM 2025 is “Bridging the Past & Future,” and we will gather to commemorate our rich 50 year history and look to the future

The Texas Association of Museums (TAM) Annual Meeting has been the cornerstone of Texas' museum community for fifty years. As the largest gathering of museum professionals in the state, this premier event offers a unique opportunity to connect with a vibrant and ever-expanding audience of museum enthusiasts

Daytime Programming for the TAM Annual Meeting will be held at the AT&T Conference Center. Evening Receptions are graciously hosted by local cultural institutions: LBJ Presidential Library, Bullock Texas State History Museum, Texas Science & Natural History Museum, and The Contemporary Austin.

For more information, please call 817-332-1177.

Oregon Museum Association 2025 Conference

April 27 - 29, 2025

Independence, Oregon

Oregon Museum Association 2025 Conference

Sunday, April 27 - Tuesday, April 29, 2025

TBA

Independence, Oregon

Hosted by: Oregon Museums Association

Beginning in 2025, the OMA annual conference will be held in Spring rather than Fall

The conference this year is all about trying new things. We are hoping to organize the conference into the following four tracks: Collections Care, Leadership, Emergency Preparedness, and Tourism

Check our website for more details in early 2025

The OMA newsletter is emailed every month with updates on OMA events, museum news, other events, trainings, jobs, grants and more for the museum community in Oregon.

For more information, please email connect@oregonmuseums.org.

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