From the Prairie Path you cycle west from the Clintonville station on Main Street, which eventually turns south. At State Street turn west again and continue a half mile, over the Fox River, to route 31. At route 31 turn south and cycle another half mile to the museum. Aside from its beauties the Prairie Path has the advantage of being easily reached from Chicago and its suburbs. Parking is available in each of the towns along the route, so you can actually start wherever you like.
Many people use the route to travel to shopping and to work.
Yet for the most part, the path is relatively uncongested. Since the path is used by children and slower cyclists, it's always wise to travel it with caution. The Prairie Path is not the route you'd choose for a century ride. It's a nice place for a leisurely ride. Sample it a bit at a time or spend a day to take in the whole path.