Winnetka Historical Society
847-446-0001
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Since its founding in 1932, the Winnetka Historical Society has been a vital community organization. Today it owns and has opened to the public two historic homes: The museum and headquarters at 411 Linden St., and the Schmidt-Burnham Log House, which is listed in on the National Registry of Historic Places.The Historical Society offers residents a chance to learn about Winnetka's history through exhibits at the museum. Volunteers are also accepted to help with building exhibits, research or organizing collections.
- Fax: 847-501-3221
- Hours: Tue, Thu, Sun, 1pm - 4pm or by appointment
- Handicap Accessible: Wheelchair accessible ramp
- Founding Date: 1932
- Ticket information: Tickets are free
- Food/drink: No
- Parking: On-street: free
- Restrictions: No smoking
- What is an interesting historical or little known fact about this town?: Winnetka was originally slated to be named Pecktown, until Mrs. Peck luckily objected, and proposed the name Winnetka.
- Guided tours?: Yes
- Gift shop: Yes
- Cameras allowed?: Yes
- Membership levels: Individual
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