The Museum Society is pleased to offer an excellent stop for bus tours that are passing through East Central Illinois. The Museum can easily handle large groups, provide meals on site, and has a history that is of interest to a national audience. The Museum and Fithian home are conveniently located on Illinois Route 1 (Gilbert Street), just three miles north of Interstate 74, so it’s an easy stop or side trip. Call the Museum at 217-442-2922 to discuss available options.


All options include museum admission.

A specially catered lunch or supper
(Regular door fee plus cost of meal)

An afternoon break with cookies, lemonade, tea
(Regular door fee plus $2.00 extra per person)

Add a step-on tour to your visit highlighting (Add $3.00 extra per person): 
1. Area Lincoln sites
2. Area historical sites
3. Walldog historical murals
4. A combination of any of the above


Special overnight stays which include area specialty shops, evening entertainment,
parks and recreation, and restaurants are available.

Tour guides and bus drivers tour the Museum at no cost.

Optimal booking time is 3 weeks before scheduled arrival with
all fees payable in advance. (Cash, check, or Visa/Mastercard accepted.)

Regular site visits accepted with 24 hours advance notice.