Lana S.
10/15/2018
This was a free history museum of WWI and the history of that time period. The relics that were viewable were well preserved. The displays were beautifully put together. Thankful for people such...
St Charles History Museum
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215 E Main St
Saint Charles, IL 60174
The St. Charles History Museum houses permanent and temporary exhibits, the Colonial Anderson Research Room, the Jack & Kathy Brens Exhibit Hall photo and research archives, the Curious Fox Gift Shop, administrative offices, and the collections storage facilities. The Museum is located in the 1928 McCornack Oil Company building at 215 East Main Street. The building served St. Charles as a Texaco gas station from 1928-1990. After renovations, the Museum opened to the public in May 2001. Prior to 2001, the Museum was located in the St. Charles Municipal Building. Leave your mark on history by supporting the St. Charles History Museum. The Museum relies on the generosity of its members and supporters throughout the community. The St. Charles History Museum is a 501(c) 3 and all charitable donations are tax deductible.
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4.55 reviews
Ruth F.
6/18/2011
This is a small one room museum on the history of St. Charles. They really need some more space; they're set up in an old gas station. One enters through the gift shop; there is a timeline set...
Steve G.
10/16/2013
Stopped by the St. Charles Heritage Center this afternoon and checked out the museum and store. Pretty cool! Lots of history in a compact space, but well documented. Gives you a deeper...
Annette W.
10/11/2017
Excellent staff. Very informative about local history of area. Who knew pickles and pianos create fortunes.
Critic D.
12/21/2010
This museum is just great!! They have an enormous amount of historical artifacts. The museum is well put together and the staff is really great. Natalie runs a junior program as well as a book...
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