Ethnic Heritage Museum

Location & Contact:
1129 S. Main St.
Rockford, IL 61102
815-962-7402
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Description:
Six nationalities that helped shape the cultural region are represented in this home museum, built in 1850. Located in the heart of the old water power district, the house features a room for each ethnic group it represents: African American, Irish, Italian, Lithuanian, Polish, and Hispanic.
Call to confirm hours and admission fees. Parking on west side of museum (behind museum). Close to Graham-Ginestra House museum.
Cost: $3/adults; $1/children under 12
Directions: From I-90 and U.S. Business 20 (E. State St.): West 6.5 miles on Business 20 to IL 2 southbound (S. Church St.). Turn left (south) on IL for a bit over one mile; museum is on right (west) side of the street. From Bypass 20: North on IL 2 (N. Main St.) to museum.
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessibility
Hours: Sat & Sun: 2pm-4pm; Closed in January. Group tours can be arranged by calling the museum.
Hours:
Monday: Group tours arranged throughout the week
Tuesday: Group tours arranged throughout the week
Wednesday: Group tours arranged throughout the week
Thursday: Group tours arranged throughout the week
Friday: Group tours arranged throughout the week
Saturday: Group tours arranged throughout the week
Sunday: 2pm-4pm










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