NORTH RIVERSIDE HISTORICAL SOCIETY

NORTH RIVERSIDE, IL

The North Riverside Historical Society is a nonprofit organization located in North Riverside, Illinois, dedicated to preserving the history of the community. Founded in 1972, the society operates out of the historic Water Tower Building, which was built in 1926 and served as the village's original water tower until 1966.

The society's mission is to collect, preserve, and share the history of North Riverside through exhibits, educational programs, and special events. The society's collection includes photographs, artifacts, and documents related to the village's past, including its early settlers, businesses, schools, and community organizations.

The society offers educational programs for all ages, including walking tours of the village, presentations on local history, and hands-on activities for children. The society also hosts special events throughout the year, such as an annual garden walk, a holiday luncheon, and a historical reenactment.

The North Riverside Historical Society is run by a volunteer board of directors and relies on donations and membership dues to support its operations. The society is open to the public on Saturdays and by appointment. Visitors are welcome to explore the exhibits and learn more about the rich history of North Riverside.

NORTH RIVERSIDE HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in NORTH RIVERSIDE IL. US MID #8401701312

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).

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NORTH RIVERSIDE HISTORICAL SOCIETY
2401 S DESPLAINES AVE
NORTH RIVERSIDE
IL
60546-1584

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