Founded in 1980, the Homewood Historical Society is dedicated to the preservation of Homewood, Illinois, history. Homewood is located 25 miles south of Chicago. The Society is housed in the Christian Dorband-Charles Albee Howe House Museum, an 1891 workingman’s cottage constructed of “HOMEWOOD” stamped bricks. The museum is staffed by volunteers and features exhibits and collections of local history.
The Dorband-Howe House Museum is the repository for Homewood's history. Museum hours are Saturdays, 1:00-3:00 p.m.
Access: General Public, Students, Scholars, Members
Appointment required: True