Essex Historical Society Museum
218 Parls St., Kankakee, IL 60935
Museums
Learn more about area strip mines that date back to the 1900's!
This historical site features a one-room schoolhouse and historical artifacts contained in an adjacent brick building. This Kankakee museum is open by appointment and during special events.
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Merchant Street Music Fest
Harold and Jean Miner Festival Square • Jul 26 – Jul 27 @ 5PM
The event is a community celebration featuring local, regional, and national musical talent on three stages, art vendors, and great food and drink.
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Farmers' Market • Jul 27 @ 8AM
Step into the vibrant heart of Kankakee at our Saturday morning Farmers' Market. It's a bustling hub with farm-to-table produce, meat, cheese, fresh flowers, delicious baked…
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Kankakee Valley Boat Club • Aug 30 – Sep 01 @ 12noon
Experience the thrill of outboard performance craft power boat racing on the Kankakee River.
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A restored rail car and trolley can be rented for special events right here in Kankakee County!
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