May 17, 2023 – History of the Heartland opens Historic Preservation Week with History Showcase Saturday on May 20th.
The organization consists of various historical organizations and groups interested in promoting the preservation of our historic structures, homes, and the stories of our people. Showcase Saturday is a day to enjoy touring many of our most iconic historic gems in Decatur, IL.
Each venue is conducting their own open house and displays for all ages to enjoy. The venues will be given 25 limited-edition elongated coins that feature the Staley Pump House and the Centennial of Lake Decatur. The coin is provided free of charge by History of the Heartland for the first 25 attendees at each of the venues.
“We are thrilled to see our many historical gems embracing our 4th annual Historic Preservation Week! It is exciting to cheer on the work of the many volunteers and board members and provide them with a special occasion to showcase their venues,” says Ayn Owens, event coordinator.
Open houses include:
Culver House (412 West Prairie) 10 am-3 pm asking for a $10 donation.
Lincoln Theater (141 North Main Street) 11 am-2 pm donations accepted
Millikin Homestead (125 North Pine St) 11 am-3 pm donations accepted
Macon County History Museum and Prairie Village (5580 North Fork Rd) 11 am-4 pm donations accepted
African-American Cultural & Genealogical Society Museum of Illinois (235 West Eldorado) Noon-3pm – donations accepted
Hieronymus Mueller Museum (420 West Eldorado) 1 pm-4 pm – donations accepted
The Staley Museum (361 North College) 1 pm-4 pm – donations accepted
Gov. Oglesby Mansion (421 West William) 2 pm-4 pm- donations accepted
