Events & Programs
Looking for something new to do? Check out our upcoming events and programs. Tune into a livestream, or watch a recording of a past program on our YouTube channel.
2024 History Makers Gala
Each year, the History Makers Gala recognizes long-standing residents whose outstanding, life-long contributions of time and ta...
Narrative Threads: Community Quilting with Illinois Art Station and Community Partners
Five years ago, in May 2019, Illinois Art Station embarked on a community quilt project to celebrate and commemorate the thread...
Museum and Visitors Center Closed for Memorial Day
The Museum and Cruisin' with Lincoln on 66 Visitors Center will be closed for the Memorial Day holiday. We will reopen on ...
History Museum hosts downtown Bloomington Social Justice Walking Tour
History Museum hosts downtown Bloomington Social Justice Walking Tour, Monday, June 3, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Interested in l...
Narrative Threads: Community Quilting with Illinois Art Station and Community Partners
Five years ago, in May 2019, Illinois Art Station embarked on a community quilt project to celebrate and commemorate the thread...
Narrative Threads: Community Quilting with Illinois Art Station and Community Partners
Five years ago, in May 2019, Illinois Art Station embarked on a community quilt project to celebrate and commemorate the thread...
Plan Your Visit
With five exhibit galleries, a hands on Discovery Room, and four floors of Museum to explore, there's a lot of history to get caught up on. So let's cover the essentials to help you plan your Museum visit.
Exhibits
Explore the rich history of McLean County in our five permanent exhibits, hands on Discovery Room, and numerous displays. Our online exhibits bring McLean County history to you, wherever you are.
Research
The Museum has thousands of online and on-site resources for researching local history topics and genealogy. These are some of our most popular resources.
Learn
Our educational programs reach thousands of students, seniors, and community members each year.
Become a Member
Want free admission to the Museum every day of the year? Or invitations to special member-only events? Becoming a member is a meaningful contribution to the Museum's mission of preserving local history. Plus, enjoy reciprocal benefits at over 400 museums & historic sites in the U.S. through the Time Travelers Program.
Join usBecome a Volunteer
We provide rewarding opportunities for active volunteers and flexible positions for occasional volunteers too.
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