Planning Your Visit
The Museum is currently closed for exhibition changeover. Administrative office is open M-F, 9 am - 4:30 pm.
Get Your Copy of our 2023 Program Guide, and join us on June 2 at 5 pm for our Exhibition Opening party!
Support MCHS through your Annual Membership and shopping at the Museum Store.
Our Address
6422 Main St.,
P.O. Box 434, Union, IL 60180
Phone: (815) 923-2267
Museum Hours
Our museum is open from May through October. Hours: Tuesday-Friday, 1 to 4 p.m., and on Saturdays, 11 - 4 p.m., except July 9 & October 1. The museum will remain open weekdays through January 6th, excluding holidays, for our annual Christmas display.
Museum Admission
MCHS Members: Free
Adults: $5.00
Students: $3.00
Seniors: $3.00
Time Travelers participants: 50% off of admission
Research Library
Open weekdays by appointment only. Call 815-923-2267 to schedule an appointment (at least 24 hours in advance) or for more information.
Society Office
The Historical Society office is by appointment only; please call 815-923-2267 to schedule an appointment.
Holiday Hours
The Museum and Offices are closed on New Year's Eve, New Year's Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Black Friday, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
Connected by Public Transportation
Make your reservation by calling 800-451-4599. Exact fares will be given to riders at that time. Sample fares:
From the Prairie Lodge at Sun City in Huntley to the McHenry County Historical Museum
- Distance: 12 miles
- Fare for general public riders: $4.75 each way. Fare for seniors (60+) and individuals with disabilities: $3.25 each way
From the Woodstock Metra Station to the McHenry County Historical Museum
- Distance: 11 miles
- Fare for general public riders: $4.50 each way. Fare for seniors (60+) and individuals with disabilities: ~$3.00 each way
From the Crystal Lake Metra Station to the McHenry County Historical Museum
- Distance: 15 miles
- Fare for general public riders: $5.50 each way. Fare for seniors (60+) and individuals with disabilities: $4.00 each way
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