Museum.History='Incorporated in 1964 in Joliet, the Will County Historical Society acquired in 1969 from the State of Illinois the original Illinois & Michigan Canal Office and Headquarters Building in Lockport. Built in 1837, it was the central location for the engineering and finacing of the canal's construction, completed in 1848. It was used by the state for canal operations into the 20th century. From 1971 to 1985, the Society created the Settlement of 12 historic structures from around the county on the north end of Lockport's public landing. Rose Bucciferro, who was president of the Society when it acquired the canal building, served as Curator and Director for over 35 years until her retirement and subsequent passing in 2006.

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Gladys Fox Museum

1911 S Lawrence
Lockport, IL 60441

Museum Hours
Tu, We, Fr 11-3; Su 1-4

Staff
Michelle Story
Phone: 815-838-1183
Fax: 815-838-4974

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15701 S Independence Blvd
Lockport, IL 60441

Museum Hours
Mo-Fr 8-4:30; closed federal holidays

Staff
George Berndt
Phone: 815-740-2049
Fax: 815-740-2026

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Illinois & Michigan Canal Museum

803 S State St
Lockport, IL 60441

Museum Hours
Daily 1-4:30; closed holidays,
Thanks week, Dec 15-Jan 2

Staff
Rose Bucciferro
Phone: 815-839-5080

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Illinois Canal Society

1109 Garfield
Lockport, IL 60441

Staff
John Lamb
Phone: 815-838-0500 x322

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201 W. 10th Street
Lockport, IL 60441

Phone: 815-838-7400
Fax: 815-838-7448
Email: Lockport-Info@museum.state.il.us

Museum Hours
Monday - Friday, 9am to 5 pm
Sunday - noon to 5 pm

Admissions
Free Parking is available adjacent to the gallery. The Gallery is fully handicapped accessible. Free Admission.

Description
The Lockport Gallery features changing exhibitions of art created by past and contemporary Illinois artists and artisans. Paintings, drawings, sculptures, quilts, and other decorative and ethnographic arts are showcased in rotating, theme-based exhibitions augmented by interpretive materials. The exhibitions are given an added dimension through educational events, group tours, and outreach activities for both children and adults.

Staff
Jim L. Zimmer
Phone: 815-838-7400
Fax: 815-838-7448
Email: jzimmer@museum.state.il.us

Jennifer Jaskowiak, Curator of Art
Phone: 815-838-7400
Email: jjaskowiak@museum.state.il.us

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Lockport Township Park District

1911 S. Lawrence Ave
Lockport, IL 60441


Staff
Michelle Story

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803 S. State Street
Lockport, IL 60441

Phone: 815-838-5080
Fax: 815-838-4547

Admissions
Museum: $3/Adults; $2/Senior, Student, or Militaryl $1/Child (6-17) Settlement: Free; Fees for some activities

Description
The Will County Historical Society exists so that people and organizations can be connected to the rich history of Will County, Illinois. The organization is dedicated to improving service to the county's residence through collection preservation, facility restoration, historical research, educational programs, and topical exhibits.'Incorporated in 1964 in Joliet, the Will County Historical Society acquired in 1969 from the State of Illinois the original Illinois & Michigan Canal Office and Headquarters Building in Lockport. Built in 1837, it was the central location for the engineering and finacing of the canal's construction, completed in 1848. It was used by the state for canal operations into the 20th century. From 1971 to 1985, the Society created the Settlement of 12 historic structures from around the county on the north end of Lockport's public landing. Rose Bucciferro, who was president of the Society when it acquired the canal building, served as Curator and Director for over 35 years until her retirement and subsequent passing in 2006.