Historical Museum

The museum is operated by the volunteer Villa Park Historical Society board in partnership with the Village of Villa Park

Historical Museum COVID-19 Response

The Villa Park Historical Museum will reopen on July 7, 2020 with limitations. New policies are in effect for your safety following Restore Illinois Phase IV Museum Guidelines and CDC and IDPH guidelines.

Villa Park Historical Museum Permanent Displays

Artifacts donated by residents depicting life in Villa Park
Keepsakes from the closed Ovaltine Factory
Chicago, Aurora, & Elgin railroad memorabilia

Resource Center

The Villa Park Historical Preservation Commission has created a Resource Center that is available for the community to use. The collection includes:

Architectural house styles
How to research your home
Information about Sears mail order houses
and more...

Please call 630-941-0223 for more information.

The Third Rail Gift Shop

Inexpensive train items
Historical and novelty items
Selection of books

Grandmas Attic

Grandma’s Attic features gently used resale items. You might even find an antique or two among them. Some of the items for sale include:

Books (No textbooks or encyclopedias)
Glassware
Dishes
Vases
Knickknacks
Seasonal Decorations

We also have some children’s items, all at reasonable prices. All items have been donated by members and residents of the community. Donations are welcome anytime. Call the museum at 630-941-0223 or drop off items during museum hours. No clothing is accepted.

Historical Museum