The Arlington Heights Historical Museum is a five-building complex, including a Coach House, Log Cabin, the 1882 home of F. W. Muller, and the 1908 Banta House. These buildings and their contents tell the story of Arlington Heights over the last 160 years. Tour guides introduce you to the life of early residents. Tours of the complex start at 2 and 3 pm, Saturday, Sunday and the first Friday of the month.
Group tours are available by reservation.
The Museum also offers special programs for schools and scouts. Browse through the Leisure Times Brochure - Museum Section to see the special events, trips, and classes for adults and children. The Society collects artifacts for the Museum collection, organizes the annual House Walk, provides volunteers for Museum activities, and operates the Heritage Gallery and Shop and Library. The Arlington Heights Historical Society and Museum operates the Heritage Gallery and Shop located in the western portion of the Old Soda Pop Factory building. The Heritage Gallery will specialize in local history exhibits drawn from the Historical Society's extensive collections along with national and regional traveling exhibits that explore the broader context of our history.