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Where are we Wednesday
Welcome to the Kankakee County Museum’s YouTube channel! Explore local history in a fun and engaging way with our weekly series, Where Are We Wednesday, where we take you on short video adventures to historical sites, landmarks, and hidden gems throughout Kankakee County. Subscribe to discover the stories behind the places that make our community unique and stay connected to the past with every episode.

Let's Talk Kankakee County History: Blog

Our Mission
The mission of the Kankakee County Historical Society is to preserve the past, share the present, and inspire the future of Kankakee County.

Join Our Team!
Current Openings:
No Current Openings
Please send resume to veronicafeatherston.k3museum@gmail.com for future openings or click here to volunteer!
Give us a Shout
Museum Hours:
Thursday, Friday & Saturday: 9am-5pm
801 S 8th Avenue Kankakee IL 60901
815-932-5279

Request a Group Tour
Request a Tour of the Main Museum, Small House, or One Room Schoolhouse.