Wilmette History Museum

About Wilmette History Museum

The Wilmette History Museum in Wilmette, Illinois invites visitors to explore local heritage through exhibits and guided experiences. The museum houses a Research Room and offers school tours as well as youth and adult tours for those interested in the area's history. Visitors can participate in the Wilmette Local Legends Audio Tour, a self-guided experience that takes people outside homes of notable Wilmette residents. The museum hosts special events throughout the year, including Auto Historica, an annual car show featuring vehicles from different eras, and the Hollywood in Wilmette Trivia Trek, a team-based activity exploring film locations in the community. Summer scavenger hunts engage younger visitors, while walking tours visit nearby sites like Rosehill Cemetery. General admission is free. The museum operates multiple days per week with published hours, and the public areas are wheelchair accessible with a transporter wheelchair available upon request. Free parking is provided on Ridge Road or in a lot behind the museum.