Mon, Sep 28 - 3:00 PM, Partial Reopenings. Connect with us now.

We hope you're staying well and wanted to remind you that we're still here for you! The Elk Grove Park District is following the IDPH Restore Illinois Plan. While some facilities and amenities are opening, others will continue to remain closed until further notice. Please contact us using this form or call us at (847) 437-9494 during the hours of 9am-5pm Monday-Friday for questions or concerns. We'll be sharing information and updates through our Cancellations and Status Updates page, bi-monthly E-News and Elk Grove Park District Facebook page as it becomes available. Connect with us!

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Pumpkin Patch

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Welcome Back! We have Reopened!

What to know before you come to the Elk Grove Historical Museum:

Orientation Center Open Hours:

Tuesday: 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Friday: 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Saturday: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Farm House Tours:

We will begin offering time tickets to explore and hear the Farm House’s stories! To book your tour, call (847) 439-3994 or email gheiderman@elkgroveparks.org.

Invite your friends and family and select a time and day for your visit. Tours are 30 minutes, times available are as follows:

Tuesdays - 2:15pm, 3:15pm and 4:15pm
Fridays - 2:15pm, 3:15om and 4:15pm
Saturday - 11:15am, 12:15pm and 1:15pm

Admission: Suggested Donation of $1 per person.

* At this time we are limiting tours to up to 5 people.

* For educational tours please contact the museum for further information.

What to expect during your visit:

Please arrive within 15 minutes of your scheduled tour. Enter the Orientation Center (School House) where you may wait for your entire party and meet your tour guide.

Face coverings are required for the duration of your visit.

Safety Information:

The Elk Grove Park District is using enhanced cleaning practices. Commonly used surfaces will be cleaned after each tour.

If you are experiencing symptoms of Covid-19, please do not visit at this time, we will gladly reschedule or refund your tour ticket.

The Elk Grove Historical Museum

The Museum specializes in the history of Elk Grove and its development over time. Open year round, the Museum offers tours, school and scout programs, exhibits, and assistance with research on Elk Grove Village and the surrounding area. Experience history in a new way with crafts, games, exhibits and demonstrations!

Mission: The Elk Grove Historical Museum actively partners with the community to collect and preserve local history that is disseminated through relevant exhibits and education programs.

Vision: The Elk Grove Historical Museum will be valued by the community by building lifelong connections through shared experiences.

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Elk Grove Historical Museum

399 Biesterfield Rd
Elk Grove Village, IL 60007

Directions

847-439-3994

Full Details on seasonal hours are on the Historical Museum overview page.

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Amenities:

Bathrooms, Parking Lot, Picnic Area

Classification: Community

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