Joliet Area Historical Museum

Very cute little museum with lots of history and information about space and industries and the canals! Good signage and information on Route 66 and cars. Lots of historical artifacts.

Staffs were friendly and chatty which is so impressive, and I appreciate their help. The museum has two floors. There are so many excellent displays, and you can learn everything about Joliet from here. If you are on a road trip on Route 66 and want to take a good picture, don’t forget to buy the Route 66 Soda, check out the picture below.

There are a lot of fun photo opportunities near the entry and throughout the museum. Nice gift shop, t-shirts are ~$25. The gift shop also has sweatshirts, baseball caps, ladies handbags, and candles. The museum has several video presentation areas, all with plenty of comfortable seating. Some interactive displays as well. There is a rooftop deck that has a music guest, and it looks like it would be summertime fun. There is a public parking garage under two blocks away for $1.00 an hour.

We had my husband's retirement party in the lower ball room that was just absolutely amazing! The owner was very nice and helpful during the event! Highly recommend!! 5 🌟 for sure.

Awesome museum. Very well put together. Mostly Joliet history vs route 66, but still really well done.

Tickets are inexpensive. Parking is on the street and there is a lot on the east side of the street. It doesn't take long to get through and there is a lot to read. Interesting stop to learn about the history of Joliet.

I had a great time at the Joliet Area Historical Museum. Saving Power Church hosted a function there. Appetizers and drinks were served on the roof top, and with the summer breeze and sun setting it was heavenly. Later, dinner was served in the lower level and it was beautifully decorated. The staff was professional and very helpful while being present, but not intrusive. I highly recommend having your next company, church or family get together here.