Explore over 50,000 square feet devoted to state-of-the-art full-immersion exhibits, special effects theaters and displays of original artifacts. Opens in April, 2005 in Springfield, Illinois, United States.

Features estimated 20 million items, including photographs, drawings, diaries, letters, costumes, textiles, sound recordings, films, books, newspapers, furniture and manufactured objects, architectural fragments and renderings, and many other artifacts. Includes hours and admissions, events, and directions.

Preserves history of industrial movement from post-Civil War to Great Depression Era. Includes hours, collection samples, virtual tour, membership details, volunteer opportunities, other resources and directions. Located in Belleville.

Preservation of local history including an extensive display of Wild Bill Hickok memorabilia at the Hume-Carnegie Museum. The Union Depot Railroad Museum has displays of the CB and Q, Milwaukee and Illinois Central items.

Dedicated to the collection and preservation of the area's history. Offers separate tours of William Tanner House and the Arts and History Center. Includes hours, admission, calendar, photos, membership details, gift shop and links.

Features artifacts and archival materials of the local area. Includes services, membership details, volunteer opportunities, hours, location and admission fees. Located in Belvidere.