HERITAGE HOUSE AND MUSEUM OF OKAWVILLE

OKAWVILLE, IL

The Heritage House and Museum of Okawville is a historic house museum located in the town of Okawville, Illinois. The museum is housed in a beautifully restored 1864 home that was originally built by the town's founder, John Hollembaek. The house is a prime example of German-style architecture and features original woodwork, furnishings, and decor from the mid-19th century.

Visitors to the museum can take a guided tour of the house, which includes rooms decorated in period style, as well as exhibits on the town's history and the lives of its early settlers. One of the highlights of the museum is the extensive collection of antique firearms, including rifles, pistols, and other weapons from the 18th and 19th centuries.

In addition to the exhibits and tours, the museum also hosts special events throughout the year, including holiday open houses, craft fairs, and educational programs for school groups. The Heritage House and Museum of Okawville is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in the history and culture of the region, and offers a unique glimpse into the past of this charming Illinois town.

HERITAGE HOUSE AND MUSEUM OF OKAWVILLE is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in OKAWVILLE IL. US MID #8401701032

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: $ 26,632 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

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HERITAGE HOUSE AND MUSEUM OF OKAWVILLE
PO BOX 305
OKAWVILLE
IL
62271-0305

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