Joliet Area History Museum

The Rooftop Outdoor Music Series at the Joliet Area Historical Museum opens May 17th featuring ANDROID PARANOID paying tribute to Radiohead! ANDROID PARANOID pay tribute to Radiohead with a theatrical performance recreating their once-in-a-generation music with painstaking detail. They use everything from specially modified guitars, orchestral instruments,

You're Invited to a Spring Fling! � Come join us for a fun-filled, family-friendly Spring Fling party! � We've got something for everyone, from exciting games and creative crafts to a special butterfly piñata! �� Bring your family, your smiles, and your energy as we celebrate the

Phil Angotti & Friends live in the Joliet Area Historical Museum's Indoor Auditorium venue on Friday, April 11th at 7pm (doors open 6:15pm). Phil Angotti & Friends bring their talents to the JAHM Indoor Auditorium Theater, and they'll being playing great tunes that you know from Buddy

Join local leaders, visionaries, and changemakers as we celebrate 100 years of progress and shape the next century of growth. Be part of the conversation—register now to make an impact! OPTIONAL - PRE-SUMMIT ED SESSIONS 9 to 10 am Route 66 History and Preservation – John Weiss

Classical Blast In Kilts concert on Thursday, March 13th it the Joliet Area Historical Museum Indoor Auditorium Theater! Doors open at 6:15pm and the bands take the stage at 7pm. Classical Blast will perform their amazing Classical Blast In Kilts concert with traditional Irish & Scottish music,

John Primer & The Real Deal Blues Band live in the Joliet Area Historical Museum's Indoor Auditorium venue on Friday, February 14th at 7pm Doors open 6:15pm John Primer learned the blues at the famous Theresa's Lounge from all the blues legends, joining the bands of Willie

Get ready for a day filled with love, laughter, and loads of fun at our Kids' Valentine's Party! Activities Include: Crafts Corner: Let your creativity shine as you make beautiful Valentine's Day cards and decorations to share with friends and family. Valentine Workshop: Create personalized gifts and

Phil Angotti & Friends play the music of Elvis, Buddy Holly & Chris Isaak in the Joliet Area Historical Museum's Indoor Auditorium venue on Friday, January 31st!

The Ultimate Kids' New Year's Eve EVE Party! This year, bring your little ones to the most exciting, family-friendly New Year's event in Joliet – the Ultimate Kids' New Year's Eve EVE Party! The clock may strike midnight for adults, but for the kids, the celebration begins

Enjoy Classical Blast - Dark Side of the Yule, where Christmas meets classic rock! Join us for the last indoor auditorium theater concert of 2024!  

The exhibit opening will be accompanied by a screening of a documentary film commissioned to commemorate the Arsenal's history that has aired on WTTW.  

Eclipse: The Pink Floyd Experience - The Rooftop Summer Music Series 2024 Live music on the Museum's Outdoor Rooftop! Register/Info: www.Jolietmuseum.org (815) 723-5201 Doors Open at 6:15pm Show starts at 7:00pm

Prior to 1920, women were denied the vote in the majority of elections in the United States. The struggle for enfranchisement began with the birth of our nation and was strategized differently in our local, state, and federal elections. Despite what people today believe to be a

Great Moments in Vinyl plays ZZ Top - The Rooftop Summer Music Series 2024 Live music on the Museum's Outdoor Rooftop! Register/Info: www.Jolietmuseum.org (815) 723-5201 Doors Open at 6:15pm Show starts at 7:00pm  

2024 Rooftop Summer Series: Freebyrd Door Open: 6:15pm Music Starts: 7pm Duration: Up to 2 Hours New! You can now reserve highboy or bistro tables for Rooftop Concerts on a first come-first served basis. General concert-style seating available for all guests. Also New! You can pre-order food

Myth Busting in the Illinois & Michigan Canal Heritage Area - Second Sunday Lecture Series Have you ever heard conflicting stories about how long the I&M Canal was in business and what its impact was? Did anyone die digging the canal and did they really get paid

Route 66 is turning 100 years old! Join us for History Happy Hour, when Greg Peerbolte leads a discussion on the history of the first hundred miles of Rt. 66. General Admission: Free

Museum collections work is always a challenge. Protecting artifacts and archives is never easy. But how does one protect and preserve a rapidly deteriorating collection in a historic site that was abandoned for 20 years, has suffered multiple fires, water leaks and worst of all, vandalism? Join

Join us for a brand new event which supports the collections and exhibits department! Guests will get special access to view artifacts that are not currently on display in the museum, and a special program by the museum's Collections Staff. Tickets are $50, and it is a