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​The Ethnic Heritage Museum

Join us as local history lives on in a quaint home built in 1850's. Known today as The Ethnic Heritage Museum it is here that you will find six fascinating galleries devoted to the primary immigrant groups that settled in southwest Rockford, IL. African-American, Hispanic, Irish, Italian, Lithuanian and Polish.

Through displays of early Rockford area maps, everyday artifacts, vintage clothing and more, visitors of all ages can learn about Old World customs and traditions. Historical photographs tell the stories of the earliest settlers who established factories near the old "waterpower district" and built their homes nearby. By comparing early with current lifestyles, the museum strives to bridge the gap between yesterday and today - encouraging visitors to relive the past with a clear focus on Rockford's bright future.

The Galleries

African American Gallery

Hispanic Gallery

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Irish Gallery

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Lithuanian Gallery

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Italian Gallery

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Polish Gallery

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We are open every Sunday from 2-4 PM for Guided Tours through the Ethnic Heritage Museum and Graham-Ginestra House. To schedule a private tour, weekday tour, special workshop, or room rental, call 815-962-7402 or email ehm1129@comcast.net
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  • Home
  • About
    • Ethnic Heritage Museum - Cultural Center >
      • African American Gallery
      • Hispanic Gallery
      • Irish Gallery
      • Italian Gallery
      • Lithuanian Gallery
      • Polish Gallery
    • Graham-Ginestra House - National Register of Historic Places
  • Visit
    • Events Calendar
    • Upcoming Events >
      • Dead of Winter - Ghostly Evidence Reveal
      • Easter Egg Crafts
    • K-12 Educators
  • Get Involved
    • Membership Options
    • Corporate Sponsorships
    • Volunteers
  • Contact Us
  • DONATE!