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Joliet Area Historical Museum

Joliet Area Historical Museum

A local history museum in a former church downtown, with exhibits on Joliet's people and stories, plus Route 66 history.

The Joliet Area Historical Museum building on Ottawa Street in downtown Joliet

Photo: Dough4872 / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Ages 4–17$Downtown JolietDailyIndoor
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A local history museum in a former church downtown, with exhibits on Joliet's people and stories, plus Route 66 history.

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  • Parking

    Parking 1 block north at Ottawa and Webster Sts.

  • Typical hours

    Daily

Parent tips

  • Phone: 815-723-5201.

Details come from the organizer's public website. Times and prices change — please verify before visiting. Last checked Nov 11, 2026. Source

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