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The Museum is housed in an 1856 landmark building known as Old Main that was once part of the Elgin Academy. It is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Through permanent and changing exhibits, the museum brings to life Elgin's rich heritage. Permanent exhibits include Elgin National Watch Company, the E. Maude and Carl Parlasca Native American Collection, and Elgin Road Race memorabilia.

Hours of Operation
Wednesday - Saturday, 12:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M.
Beginning in 2011, the Museum will now be open year-round. For information or to make an appointment for using the research library, call the Old Main Museum at 742-4248.

Admission
Adult admission is $3.00, students $1.00, no charge for society members.
The facility is handicapped-accessible.

Directions
360 Park Street, Elgin, Illinois, 60120
From east or west, take I-90 to Elgin and exit at Route 25. Head south for about a mile, then turn right on Park St. The facility is handicapped-accessible.

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Museum Adventure Pass Program

The Elgin History Museum is part of Adventure Pass, a program allowing your library card to receive free admission at 17 area attractions. For more information visit this link: http://www.museumadventure.org/index.php

Printable Adventure Pass brochure (PDF)

Printable Museum brochure (PDF)

360 Park Street, Elgin, Illinois 60120
847.742.4248

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