HARVEY PITTS WATERFOWL MUSEUM

DU QUOIN, IL

The Harvey Pitts Waterfowl Museum is a small museum located in Du Quoin, Illinois. It is named after Harvey Pitts, a local resident who was an avid waterfowl hunter and collector of hunting artifacts. The museum is dedicated to displaying and preserving his collection of waterfowl decoys, as well as other hunting and fishing equipment.

The museum features a variety of exhibits that showcase the history of waterfowl hunting in the region, including displays of antique guns, fishing reels, and other equipment. The centerpiece of the museum is a collection of over 500 waterfowl decoys, which were used by hunters to lure ducks and geese during hunting season. These decoys are made from a variety of materials, including wood, cork, and plastic, and are beautifully crafted to resemble different species of waterfowl.

Visitors to the museum can also learn about the different types of waterfowl found in the region, as well as the habitat and ecology of wetlands. The museum offers educational programs and workshops for schools and other groups, as well as special events and exhibits throughout the year.

Overall, the Harvey Pitts Waterfowl Museum is a fascinating and educational destination for anyone interested in the history of hunting and the natural world. Its collection of waterfowl decoys is particularly impressive, and provides a unique glimpse into the art and science of waterfowl hunting.

HARVEY PITTS WATERFOWL MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in DU QUOIN IL. US MID #8401700185

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

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HARVEY PITTS WATERFOWL MUSEUM
522 E ORCHARD LN
DU QUOIN
IL
62832

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