Barn Keepers

11/13/2025

Great Presentation 👍😊👍

Local Underground Railroad history program Thursday!

Join Museum Librarian Bill Kemp this Thursday, November 13, for an illustrated overview of local Underground Railroad history. The program is sponsored by Barn Keepers, a McLean County local heritage and preservation group. Too often the true history of the Underground Railroad has been obscured by legend and lore. Bill will separate fact from fiction and delve into real stories of freedom seekers on the Underground Railroad passing through McLean County. The program, free and open to the public, begins at 7:00 p.m., and will be held at the McLean County Farm Bureau building off Route 9 near the entrance to the fairgrounds. The address is 2242 Westgate Dr. in Bloomington. Refreshments will be served. See you there!

11/11/2025

Thursday Nov 13 Presentation by Bill Kemp on local history of Underground Railroad. 7 pm at Farm McLean County Farm Bureau 2242 Westgate Dr Bloomington.

09/08/2025

September 11, at 7pm
at Farm McLean County Farm Bureau Building
Guest Speaker Bill Kemp.
Come and enjoy a Barn History Lesson
All are welcome to attend

07/24/2025

Centennial Barns of McLean County Illinois, this beautiful hardbound book is hot off the press and available now! Its creation was a labor of love and research by the Barn Keepers in order to preserve the stories of many 100-year-old barns that are fast disappearing from our county landscape. Stop by our table in the 4H building at the 2025 McLean County Fair this Thursday through Saturday to purchase your copy. Price is $50. Exact change is appreciated