VILLA PARK HISTORICAL SOCIETY

VILLA PARK, IL

The Villa Park Historical Society is a non-profit organization located in Villa Park, Illinois, that is dedicated to preserving the history of the town and surrounding area. Founded in 1975, the society operates a museum located in the Ardmore Avenue Train Station, which was originally built in 1927 and served as a passenger station until 1976.

The museum houses a collection of historical artifacts, photographs, documents, and memorabilia that showcase the town's history from its early days as a farming community to its growth as a suburb of Chicago. Visitors can view exhibits on various topics, such as the town's schools, churches, businesses, and notable residents.

The society also hosts events and programs throughout the year, including lectures, tours, and special exhibits. In addition, they offer educational outreach to local schools and organizations, providing resources and presentations on local history.

The Villa Park Historical Society is run by a board of directors and staffed by volunteers who are passionate about preserving the town's unique history. They strive to make the museum and its collections accessible to all, and encourage community involvement in their efforts to preserve and share the town's past.

VILLA PARK HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Arboretums, Botanical Gardens, & Nature Center in VILLA PARK IL. US MID #8401700615

The museum is classed as BOT (Arboretums, Botanical Gardens, & Nature Centers). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

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• website: http://www.vphistoricalsociety.com

VILLA PARK HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC
220 S VILLA AVENUE
VILLA PARK
IL
60181

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