Lincoln Monument [IL]
The Lincoln Monument consists of a statue and informative plaque. The plaque discusses Abraham Lincoln's participation in the 1832 Black Hawk War.
The monument offers interpretive signage.
The Lincoln Monument consists of a statue and informative plaque. The plaque discusses Abraham Lincoln's participation in the 1832 Black Hawk War.
The monument offers interpretive signage.
The Greater Oneonta Historical Society is dedicated to preserving the historical heritage of Oneonta, New York, and the surrounding area. The society has recently purchased the 183 Main Street building, and is working to renovate it for use as a local history museum and research library.
The society offers walking tours of Oneonta as well as tours of Oneonta historic structures and homes. The website offers a calendar of events, photo galleries of Oneonta, and general information regarding the society.
The Fire Museum of Greater Chicago is dedicated to preserving the history of firefighting in the city of Chicago and its suburbs. The museum has been recently renovated and contains an impressive collection of firefighting memorabilia and equipment.
The museum offers guided tours. The website offers basic visitor information and a calendar of events.
The Heritage Society of Austin is dedicated to preserving important historic structures in the greater Austin area. The society has worked over the years to preserve many of Austin's most important structures, and also aids local attractions such as the Pioneer Farms, a living history farm which showcases life in early Texas.
The society offers tours of local historic homes and structures. Pioneer farms offers guided tours, interpretive events, and workshops. The website offers visitor information and a calendar of events.
The Northfield Fire Department Museum is located in a small room inside the Northfield, Vermont, fire station. The museum consists of a collection of firefighting equipment and memorabilia, and is open to visitors year round.
The museum offers a display. The website offers a history of the museum and basic visitor information.
The Paine Art Center and Gardens are located in the historic Paine Mansion, which was built in the early 1930s for the Nathan Paine and his wife, wealthy logging and milling moguls. Today, the center preserves both the historic home and serves as a showcase for the Paine family's art collection.
The center offers exhibits and galleries, guided tours of the center, and special events. The website offers a history of the home, a calendar of events, visitor information, and a virtual tour of the mansion.
The Walworth County Historical Society is dedicated to preserving the historical heritage of Elkhorn, WI, and the surrounding area. The society maintains an extensive archive, which is available to researchers by appointment, and the Webster House Museum, which gives visitors a glimpse into life in Walworth County during the early 1800s.
The society offers guided tours of the Webster House and research resources. The website offers visitor information, a history of the Webster House, a listing of upcoming events, and an online catalog. In order to contact the site via email, use the "contact us" link located on the top of the webpage.
The Pulaski Historical Society seeks to preserve the history of Pulaski, NY. In order to share its collections, the society operates a museum of local history, and authors books and a montly newsletter.
The society offers exhibits and monthly programs.
The Des Moines Historical Society is dedicated to preserving the historical heritage of the greater Des Moines area of Southern King County in Washington. The society owns and operates a local history museum, which serves to showcase the society's collection of local historical artifacts and documents.
The society offers exhibits and guided tours of the society's museum. The website offers a history of the area and visitor information.
The Greater Buffalo Sports Hall of Fame is dedicated to preserving the past and aiding the present of Buffalo, NY, sports. The Hall of Fame has been in operation since 1991 and, in addition to serving as a Hall of Fame, works with local sports leagues to promote athletics in the Buffalo area.
The Hall of Fame offers an exhibit. The website offers brief biographies of all Hall of Fame inductees, visitor information, and a history of the Hall of Fame.