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Grundy County Historical SocietyThe Grundy County Historical Society has been in existence since 1923. Our long held dream of our own museum came true in May of 2009 and we opened with many wonderful exhibits! There is a machine shed with equipment and tools from the past ranging from agricultural to toys. Our Military Room begins with the Civil War right up through today with photographs, uniforms and weapons as well as Flying Tigers artifacts. The housewares area includes items manufactured in Grundy County as well as old china, crystal and tea settings. We have an Old Fashioned Schoolroom with benches, textbooks and toys. Our general store is a replica of the 1900 Baum's Dry Good store. A lovely Victorian Living Room has many delightful surprises inside. Our quilt collection dating back to 1850 will show you the history of quilting. The section on the Mazon fossils, includes the Tully Monster! Chief Shabbona also has his own section within the museum. In addition there is an area dedicated to the pioneers in the county. Of course there are also plenty of archives to be browsed with information about people, buildings, as well as other County information. We also have meetings and newsletters with interesting information and meetings on various local topics of interest. The Historical Society is offering a beautiful Grundy County Historical throw! The cranberry red afghan depicts some wonderful scenes from the County. The throw is $50.00 and can be purchased at the Historical Society Museum. So come and visit us at the Grundy County Historical Society, 510 W. Illinois Ave, Morris, IL 60450. Our hours are Thursday, Friday, Saturday 10-3. Phone (815) 942-4880. We look forward to seeing you and are always looking for new members.
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