Niles Historical and Cultural Center

06/16/2026

Thank you to everyone who came to our Open House on Saturday! If you missed it, you can still see our new exhibit "Golf Mill" during regular museum hours Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday from 11 am to 3 pm.

06/01/2026

Join us for an Open House on June 13th! Stop by between 10 am and 5 pm that day for refreshments, tours, and the first chance see our new exhibit "Golf Mill." We look forward to seeing you there!

05/23/2026

Whishing everyone a safe and happy holiday weekend! We will resume regular hours on Wednesday, May 27th.

05/15/2026

If you are looking for something to do this weekend, consider visiting the Park Ridge Historical Society's event tomorrow! For more information, visit their website https://www.parkridgehistorycenter.org/

Join us on May 16 for this special event in Prospect Park. Great for families, scout troops and anyone with an interest in history!

www.parkridgehistorycenter.org

05/06/2026

Our parking lot will be under construction for the next several weeks. Currently, our back lot is closed for renovations, but you can still park in front of the building. We will post updates on our website, but please feel free to call us at 847-390-0160 with any questions.

04/23/2026

Calling artists of all levels: hobbyists, amateurs, and professionals!

In honor of the U.S. 250th anniversary, the Niles Arts & Culture Council and the Niles Historical Society invite you to create an art piece that reflects Niles history. We ask artists to reflect on the people, places and stories that define our town and its unique history.

04/04/2026

We are hosting the Niles Chamber of Commerce and Industry's Legislative Breakfast! Join us for a chance to talk to your local representatives and get free tours after the breakfast.

03/30/2026

Please note: the museum will be closed Friday, April 3rd for the spring holidays. We resume regular hours Saturday, April 4th.

03/16/2026

This Woman’s History Month we are celebrating the Ladies Auxiliary to the Veteran of Foreign Wars Post 7712. Eager to support veterans after the conclusion of World War II, their wives organized the auxiliary in 1947. During the organization's early years, societal norms placed many women in the home. However, they still found ways to contribute to their community. For over 60 years, the Ladies Auxiliary planned events, raised funds, and advocated for the betterment of veterans and their families.

02/25/2026

We are collaborating with Niles Arts and Culture to put together an art and history exhibit for the U.S. 250th! We are looking for artists to answer what it means to be American while referencing select historic photographs from our collection. Full details can be found at the link in the Comments.