CA & E Station circa 1940's
Photo provided by the Villa Park Historical Society

Hours:
Tuesday - Friday: 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Closed on Mondays
Closed late December to mid April

Villa Park Historical Museum Permanent displays include:

• Railroad memorabilia
• Artifacts donated by residents depicting life in Villa Park
• Keepsakes from the closed Ovaltine Factory

Visit the Villa Park Historical Museum Web site for more exhibit information, www.vphistoricalsociety.com/exhibits.htm

Resource Center:

The Villa Park Historical Preservation Commission has created a Resource Center that is available for the community to use. The collection includes:

• Information about Sears mail order houses
• Architectural house styles
• How to research your home
• and more...

Volunteers are needed to help with a number of projects such as:

• Organizing photos
• News clippings
• Curatorial records
• Giving tours of the Museum

Please call (630) 941-0223 for more information.

• Inexpensive train items
• Historical and novelty items
• Selection of books:
  • Chicago, Aurora and Elgin Railroads
  • Sears Homes

Railroad magazines such as "First & Fastest" are always on hand along with historic booklets.

• Glassware
• Dishes
• Vases
• Knickknacks
• Seasonal Decorations
• more...

We also have some children's items, all at reasonable prices. All items have been donated by members and residents of the community. Donations are welcome anytime. Call the Museum at (630) 941-0223 or drop off items during museum hours.

To kick off the Fourth of July holiday in Villa Park and get everyone in a festive spirit, the Historical Society holds an annual Ice Cream Social. Residents enjoy free ice cream while socializing with neighbors at this lovely location.