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This museum, set in a historic 1837-built building, showcases the industrial history of Belleville, a center for production in 19th century Illinois. Exhibits include manufacturing artifacts, historic archives and images and a large display hall. Open every Saturday or by appointment.
Address: 123 North Church Street Belleville IL USA 62220
 1 618 222-9430
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This museum houses over 250 works of African and Caribbean art from the private collection of museum founder Katherine Dunham. As well, costumes, photos and personal items from her career as a dancer and anthropologist are on display.
Address: 532 N. 10th Street East St. Louis IL USA 62201
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St. Clair Victorian Museum Home
This 1866 Victorian home houses the St. Clair County Historical Society and is decorated as a family dwelling of the period. Browse through the collection of artifacts and records, as well as the research library. Open Monday through Friday.
Address: 701 East Washington Street Belleville IL USA 62220
1 618 234-0600
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This 1820 house was the former home of one of Illinois' pioneers who helped to bring law and order to it in its early days as a territory. Open houses and special events of the local historical society are held here throughout the year.
Address: 409 South Buchanan Edwardsville IL USA 62025
1 618 656-0888
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This museum is situated at the historical starting point for the Lewis & Clark expedition. Exhibitions include recreations of equipment and boats used on the journey, along with displays about the 19th century North American frontier.
Address: One Lewis and Clark Trail Hartford IL USA 62048
1 618 251-5811
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Largest prehistoric Indian city. Visit the visitor's center and museum and learn about the about the culture of this primitive society.
Address: 30 Ramsey St Collinsville IL 62234
 Send an Email (4) 1 618 346-5160
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Bethalto Historical Museum
Built in 1873, this building housed the original town hall of Bethalto, as well as the fire and police departments. A one-room jail can still be seen here. Other exhibits cover the role its citizens played in World Way I and II. Other special exhibits are hosted here on a rotating basis.
Address: 124 W. Main Street Bethalto IL USA 62010
1 618 377-9944
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This museum features exhibits and displays from the history of Alton, including from the voyage of Lewis and Clark, the Lincoln-Douglas debates and Robert Wadlow, the tallest person in history. The museum is open seven days a week.
Address: 2809 College Ave Alton IL USA 62002
Send an Email 1 618 462-2763
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National Great Rivers Museum
This 12,000 sq. ft. museum features several exhibits about the history of the Mississippi River. Displays cover innovations in transportation technology and the environment and wildlife surrounding the area. Tours of the locks and dam at the museum site occur daily.
Address: #2 Lock and Dam Way Alton IL USA 62002
1 877 462-6979
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The Center's mission is to promote awareness of the archeological history of the region around the Mississippi and Illinois Rivers, which has thousands of designated historical sites. The Visitor's Center has exhibits of recovered items from the area, and organized public digs are held throughout the year.
Address: P. O. Box 366 Kampsville IL USA 62053
1 618 653-4316
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This museum contains artifacts and memorabilia about the early days of the village of Glen Carbon, including remains of an early destroyed settlement. Open Wednesdays and by appointment.
Address: 124 School Street Glen Carbon IL USA
1 618 288-7271
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This museum is dedicated to the men and women of the armed forces and features a momnument to the graduates of the Western Military Academy that served in WW II. As well, many vintage military vehicles and armaments are on display. Open from 1pm-4pm daily.
Address: 2625 Broadway Alton IL USA 62002
1 618 462-5237
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This museum covers the history of Wood River and area, with displays that include the Lewis and Clark Expedition, the US Civil War and lifestyles of its residents from the 18th century on.
Address: 111 North Wood River Avenue Wood River IL USA 62095
1 618 254-1993
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Shell History Museum
Established in 1917, this museum features artifacts, memorabilia and exhibits about the Wood River oil refinery, which spurred development in the area. Centerpieces include a 1924 Chevrolet automobile, and laboratory displays.
Address: Route 111 and Madison Roxana IL USA
1 618 255-3718
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