Saint Charles, Illinois

Historic House

Bartlett, Illinois

Art, History, Historical Society

Carol Stream, Illinois

History, Historical Society

Wheaton, Illinois

History, Historic House, Historical Society

The DuPage County Historical Society was founded in 1929 by a group of DuPage County residents with a common interest in the history of the County. Their goal was to preserve and disseminate the County’s history.

Elgin, Illinois

History, Historic House, Specialized

The Elgin Fire Barn No. 5 Museum houses the Elgin Fire Department's most prized artifacts. Among the museum's collection are photos, helmets, various badge types, uniforms, a hand-drawn hose cart, an 1869 horse-drawn Silsby Steamer, several motorized vehicles and much much more.

Elgin, Illinois

Art, History, Historic House

Old Main is alive with two floors of exhibits reflecting Elgin's rich past.

Geneva, Illinois

Botanical Garden, History, Historic House

The Fabyan Villa was the home of Colonel George and Nelle Fabyan from 1905-1939. Riverbank, the name they bestowed upon their property, was initially a country retreat from their home in Chicago. They hired Frank Lloyd Wright in 1907 to enlarge and re-model the existing farmhouse and shortly thereafter took up permanent residence at the Villa, as they called their home. They acquired 300 acres, creating a country estate which soon became a lavish showplace complete with fountains, gardens, a Roman-style swimming pool, a Dutch-style windmill, a private zoo, a working lighthouse, a boathouse, tennis courts, and more. The Fabyans pursued their varied interests on their estate, including horticulture, animal husbandry, and scientific research.

South Elgin, Illinois

History

Carol Stream, Illinois

History

Geneva, Illinois

History

Saint Charles, Illinois

History

Saint Charles, Illinois

History, Historical Society

West Chicago, Illinois

Art, Culture, General, History, Library

The West Chicago City Museum is a dynamic history and art center that inspires and involves the community through research, programs and exhibits.

Winfield, Illinois

Culture, History, Historic House

Our objective is to support a living historical center to foster education and appreciation of the history of Winfield and vicinity.

Wayne, Illinois

History

Saint Charles, Illinois

History

Elgin, Illinois

Library

Organized in 1972 to bring together persons who are researching family history. We seek to preserve and make available material concerning past and present families.

Elgin, Illinois

Anthropology, Natural History

New exhibits are added at least once yearly with many special programs held throughout the year.

Geneva, Illinois

Arboretum, Art, Botanical Garden, Children's, General, History, Historic House, Historical Society, Nature Centers, Park

When visiting the Villa Museum, you discover the Fabyans' uniquely fascinating legacy. The Frank Lloyd Wright Prairie-style house contains the Fabyans' private collection of Asian artifacts, natural history specimens, original furniture- just to name a few! The captivating combination of history, architecture, military intrigue, and personal exploration is designed to make the Fabyan Villa Museum a delight for persons of all ages and backgrounds.

Geneva, Illinois

History

Founded in 1943 and built first museum and archives in 1964. Moved to new facility in downtown Geneva in 2004. Funded completely through the generosity of local citizens and organizations without any tax monies.

Streamwood, Illinois

Culture, History

Elgin, Illinois

Park

Saint Charles, Illinois

Art, Botanical Garden, Culture, General, History, Historic House, Historical Society, Library, Park

For over three decades, members of Preservation Partners have been vital supporters of our fundamental mission: ensuring that our vintage buildings, our heirloom neighborhoods, our streetscapes with splendid architectural diversity are recognized for their economic and historic significance. Furthermore, these members have provided essential support for our museum operations, enabling us to reach over 100,000 school children at our historic museum sites, providing them with a very tangible connection to their roots.

Streamwood, Illinois

Park

West Chicago, Illinois

Library