About Us: At the crossroads of Route 66 and Lincoln Highway, you'll find the Joliet Area Historical Museum (JAHM), where you'll be delighted with an interactive journey through time.

• Live the myth of Route 66, the "Mother Road."
• Explore award-winning permanent galleries, filled with hands-on interactive exhibits.
• Enjoy traveling exhibitions from and private collections and premiere museums.
• Visit the Resource and Discovery Room, created especially for children.
• In the War Heroes Gallery, look into the faces of people who have defended the U.S.

Soon, you will be able to visit our newest two-story exhibit, "The Soaring Achievements of John C. Houbolt." This state-of-the-art exhibit will focus on the 1969 moon landing, and includes a walk-in lunar landing simulator.
 

Special Exhibits, Current: Abraham Lincoln - The Civil War and Will County
The exhibit, on display through June 21, features Lincoln memorabilia, including a November 1860 issue of the Chicago Tribune proclaiming Lincoln as the new President and an April 1865 issue of the New York Herald that reports Lincoln’s assassination. The exhibit also gives visitors a look at artifacts from the Will County 100th Illinois Infantry, a volunteer regiment that fought in the Civil War, including an Enfield 1853 Rifled Musket that was used in battle. Viewers will see items from the Bartleson Post #6 of the Grand Army of the Republic, including the charter, ceremonial sword, and the original Civil War-era Bartleson drum.

Lord I Tried: A Tribute to Rev. Isaac Singleton
Through March 30, JAHM will display an exhibit honoring Rev. Isaac Singleton. The exhibit features photographs from his work as a civil rights leader and pastor.
 

Special Exhibits, Upcoming: BUS-eum: German POWs Held in Midwest Camps During WWII
Monday, March 9, 2009 • ONE DAY ONLY •
4 – 7: 00 p.m.
Did you know during WWII more than 370,000 German POWs were held in U.S Army operated camps across the United States – many in the Midwest? TRACES’ BUS-eum tells their story using narrative panels and films. This exhibit, co-sponsored by Joliet Public Library and JAHM, will be open for viewing at the Joliet Public Library Black Road Branch, 3395 Black Road.
 

Special Events: Barbie – Fifty Fabulous Years
Sunday, March 29, 2009
Bring your favorite Barbie doll and help us celebrate Barbie's 50th anniversary in style. All ages are invited to this spring luncheon at the Museum . Tickets are $25.00 per person, and proceeds benefit the education department of the JAHM. Contact Alethia Marx, Special Events Manager: 815.723.5201 ex. 221, a.marx@jolietmuseum.org.
 

Public Programs: When you register on Facebook, you'll be able to view all public programs and events. Or, visit www.jolietmuseum.org.
 

Free Admission Days: Inventors Day
March 14, 2009 • 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Free admission and activities sponsored by Yellow Book.

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April 5, 2009 • noon to 5 p.m.
Reduced admission on April 5, 2009 . Pay only $3.00 to visit!

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Mother’s Day
May 10, 2009
Moms receive free admission on Mother’s Day. Don’t forget to browse our Gift Shop for unique gifts for that special mom!

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International Museum Day
May 16, 2009
Free admission today in celebration of International Museum Day.
 

Special Hours: • April 10 (Good Friday) – the Museum closes at 1:00 pm

The Museum is open:
January 19 (Martin Luther King’s Birthday)
February16 (Presidents Day)
October 12 (Columbus Day)

The Museum is closed Mondays (except where specified above) and on the following days:

January 1, 2009 (New Year’s Day)
April 12 (Easter Sunday)
July 4 (Independence Day)
September 1 (Labor Day)
November 27 (Thanksgiving Day)
December 24 (Christmas Eve)
December 25 (Christmas Day)
December 31 (New Year’s Eve)
 

School Programs: Looking for information for schools and homeschool groups? Visit
www.jolietmuseum.org/school-programs.htm
 

Girl Scouts / Cub & Boy Scouts: Girl Scout leaders, visit
www.jolietmuseum.org/girl-scouts.htm
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Cub Scout and Boy Scout leaders, visit
www.jolietmuseum.org/cub-boy-scouts.htm
 

Can you help us find this: JAHM is looking for a Barbie collector that can display their collection during March in our secure, insured galleries. Phone Alethia: 815.723.5201 X221 or email a.marx@jolietmuseum.org.

JAHM is looking for antique dealers that would like to sell antiques at the museum on March 21. Phone Kim Shehorn: 815-723-5201 X235 or email k.shehorn@jolietmuseum.org.
 

Rent the Museum for your event: JAHM is a great location for your event. For details, visit www.jolietmuseum.org/rental.htm, or contact Alethia Marx, Special Events Manager: 815.723.5201 ex. 221  -  a.marx@jolietmuseum.org