Kankakee County Museum
801 S. Eighth Ave., Kankakee, IL 60901
Galleries
The Kankakee County Museum is the home of the Kankakee County Historical Society.
Founded in 1906, it is the oldest incorporated local historical society in Illinois. The Main Museum Building contains seven permanent and temporary exhibit galleries, the Museum Store, the Museum's Archival Research Library, the Museum's offices, and support facilities. The Museum Complex also encompasses the historic 1855 Dr. A. L. Small House, the 1904 Taylor One-Room Schoolhouse, Column Garden and Outdoor Exhibit Area. The museum boasts more than 85,000 artifacts in addition to 20,000 still images in the photo collection.
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Gallery of Trees
Kankakee County Museum • Dec 05 – Dec 29 @ 9AM
Join us for the 46th Annual Gallery of Trees. The theme this year is "Home for the Holidays."
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Mistletoe Market
Kankakee Depot Square • Dec 14 @ 10AM
Join us for an exciting Mistletoe Market where you'll find a magical atmosphere and festive spirit.
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Wintersong
The Majestic Theatre • Jan 11 @ 4PM
Wintersong is a one-day midwinter music festival in downtown Kankakee.
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