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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 COVID-19 Policy
- Museum Opening Front Sign
- Villa Park Historical Museum Contact Information
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.
Contact Us
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Villa Park Historical Museum
220 S. Villa Avenue
Villa Park, IL 60181
Map
Ph: 630-941-0223
Hours
April 7 through Mid December
Tuesday through Friday
11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Monday
Closed