A combination of permanent and rotating exhibits will highlight different aspects of county history. The Museum is scheduled to resume operation beginning with a grand opening mid-year 2001, and will then be open to the public daily. Early American Museum Situated in the midst of the Illinois prairie, the Early American Museum uses its collections to nurture an appreciation of history, in particular the history of Champaign County and east central Illinois. Learn about daily life in the 19th Century, try on a Civil War uniform in the Discovery Room, or shop at the General Store. The Early American Museum has exhibits and hands-on activities for visitors of all ages.
Special events highlight the traditional culture of Illinois.
The Museum's collection of over eight thousand works of art represents the cultures of Europe, Asia, Africa and the Americas. In addition to its permanent collection, the Museum offers outstanding temporary exhibitions including the Contemporary Art Series and annual presentations of current work by faculty and graduate students in the School of Art and Design. Krannert Art Museum's Resource Center serves educators by providing workshops and a free-loan collection of over 2,000 items, including art objects, videos and posters. Museum of Natural History Originally opened in the 1870's, exhibits cover the fields of anthropology, botany, geology, and zoology. The Natural History building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.