KANKAKEE COUNTY MUSEUM

KAKAKEE, IL

Authenticity It's not photoshop, no clever tricks - IC1000 is actually back in its white sill stripe after 17 years. Nothing fake here, it's the real deal. I admit to being skeptical (but hopefully excited) when the leaked photos of the IC1000 came my way recently. Too good to be true, surely! But when I got the heads up 1000 was leading A407 and priming to leave town, seen with its white sill, I knew I had to go out and see it with my own eyes. Still can't quite believe it's real honestly. The yellow reflective tape has plagued the surviving IC fleet - barring a single SD40-3 up on the Iron Range - since 2007 when CN changed over the majority from white to yellow. Although it may be seen as a minor detail and a nitpicky thing, the yellow sill massively changes the appearance of the IC units - and for the worse at that. To see one of the 26 all-black SD70s get its white sill returned to it (the class leader no less! My favourite of the bunch) is just delightful. It was done really well, too - nothing partial or half-assed about it, it's the whole way around the unit and even the steps match! I have no idea why the change was made or what the story is or may be, but the fact the look of the late Illinois Central has returned just makes me a happy fella. Of course, it leading CN A407 on a bright, sunny, cloudless winter day makes shooting the thing... difficult, to say the least. Far from my finest shots, but I am just happy to have shot it already. No telling when it'll come back, or if it will stay in white - I'll take what I can! At North Ashkum, IC1000 (paired with IC1028, still in yellow sill, and IC9608 in CN dress) pulls A407 out of the siding. They had stopped to meet Amtrak 393. Coincidentally, I was far from the only railfan to snap the 1000 here as a whole little group of us met together here, including a few familiar faces I got to chat with for a good while. Though light had fallen by the time the 1000 got moving, it was still a nice way to cap off my first sighting of its "new" look.
Authenticity Credit: Leo Blackwelder

Kankakee County Museum in Kankakee, IL is a place to explore the rich history of the region. Located in the heart of Kankakee County, the museum offers visitors a chance to learn about the people, places, and events that shaped the region. The museum’s permanent collection includes artifacts from the Native American tribes that once inhabited the area, as well as early settler artifacts. Visitors can also explore the vibrant history of Kankakee County through the County Museum’s exhibits, which showcase the area’s agricultural and industrial history. The museum’s exhibits also feature information about the area’s railroads, churches, schools, businesses, and more.

In addition to the permanent collection, the museum also offers a variety of educational programs and special exhibits. Visitors can attend lectures, workshops, and field trips to explore the county’s history and culture. The museum also offers a variety of interactive activities for children, such as scavenger hunts and story times. Additionally, the museum hosts a variety of special events throughout the year, such as art shows, music events, and historic re-enactments.

The Kankakee County Museum is a great place to explore the history of the area and learn more about its people and culture. With its permanent collection and educational programming, the museum is sure to provide visitors a unique and fascinating look at the area’s history.

KANKAKEE COUNTY MUSEUM is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in KAKAKEE IL. US MID #8401700368

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 154,606 from tax period 201210 (YYYYMM).

Authenticity It's not photoshop, no clever tricks - IC1000 is actually back in its white sill stripe after 17 years. Nothing fake here, it's the real deal. I admit to being skeptical (but hopefully excited) when the leaked photos of the IC1000 came my way recently. Too good to be true, surely! But when I got the heads up 1000 was leading A407 and priming to leave town, seen with its white sill, I knew I had to go out and see it with my own eyes. Still can't quite believe it's real honestly. The yellow reflective tape has plagued the surviving IC fleet - barring a single SD40-3 up on the Iron Range - since 2007 when CN changed over the majority from white to yellow. Although it may be seen as a minor detail and a nitpicky thing, the yellow sill massively changes the appearance of the IC units - and for the worse at that. To see one of the 26 all-black SD70s get its white sill returned to it (the class leader no less! My favourite of the bunch) is just delightful. It was done really well, too - nothing partial or half-assed about it, it's the whole way around the unit and even the steps match! I have no idea why the change was made or what the story is or may be, but the fact the look of the late Illinois Central has returned just makes me a happy fella. Of course, it leading CN A407 on a bright, sunny, cloudless winter day makes shooting the thing... difficult, to say the least. Far from my finest shots, but I am just happy to have shot it already. No telling when it'll come back, or if it will stay in white - I'll take what I can! At North Ashkum, IC1000 (paired with IC1028, still in yellow sill, and IC9608 in CN dress) pulls A407 out of the siding. They had stopped to meet Amtrak 393. Coincidentally, I was far from the only railfan to snap the 1000 here as a whole little group of us met together here, including a few familiar faces I got to chat with for a good while. Though light had fallen by the time the 1000 got moving, it was still a nice way to cap off my first sighting of its "new" look.
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KANKAKEE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
801 S 8TH AVE
KAKAKEE
IL
60901-4744

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MID # 8401700368
Name KANKAKEE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name KANKAKEE COUNTY MUSEUM
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 237089482
NTEECC A82
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201210
INCOME 185,337
REVENUE 154,606
LAT/LONG 41.112113, -87.877874
CODES FIPS State Code: 17
FIPS County Code: 091
US Census Tract: 012200
US Census Block: 2000