Joliet Area Historical Museum
2023 Old Joliet Prison Tours
Old Joliet Prison 1125 Collins St, Joliet, IL, United StatesThe Old Joliet Prison tour program is primarily managed by the Joliet Area Historical Museum, a 501(c)3 not-for-profit entity, in partnership with the City of Joliet. The proceeds from activities will be…
History Happy Hour at the Joliet Area Historical Museum
Joliet Area Historical Museum 204 N Ottawa St, Joliet, IL, United StatesJoin us after work for a little bit of history! History Happy Hour is a monthly program hosted by the Joliet Area Historical Museum. Join us as experts present short programs on a variety of local historical topics while enjoying libations. Admission is free and open to the public. Wednesday June 21st, doors open at…
Building a Place of Conscience from a Place of Incarceration: The National Register Listing of the Illinois State Penitentiary at Joliet
Joliet Area Historical Museum 204 N Ottawa St, Joliet, IL, United StatesOver its long history, Illinois State Penitentiary at Joliet (Old Joliet Prison) has been recognized for its iconic Gothic Revival architecture, made infamous by its many high-profile inmates, and become a fixture of popular culture through its references in movies, literature, and music. However, the Prison’s significance as a place of incarceration and a physical…
2024 Music at the Museum Series – Joliet Area Historical Museum
Joliet Area Historical Museum 204 N Ottawa St, Joliet, IL, United StatesNew 2024 Music at the Museum Indoor Concert Series performances are now scheduled at the Joliet Area Historical Museum. Great Moments In Vinyl tribute to The British Invasion Sat Jan…
Travels With Darley: Route 66 Illinois Program
Joliet Area Historical Museum 204 N Ottawa St, Joliet, IL, United StatesTravels With Darley: Route 66 Illinois program featuring 7-time Emmy Award nominee Darley Newman on Sunday, March 3rd at 2pm in the Joliet Area Historical Museum's Indoor Auditorium Theater. The special screening will take place from 2pm to 3pm and will be followed by a "Behind the Scenes" Q&A session hosted by Darley, with a few…