McLean County Museum of History
200 N. Main St., Bloomington, IL 61701
Historic Sites
Founded in 1904, the museum is housed in a magnificent courthouse that’s listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Located in downtown Bloomington, the museum reveals the lives of the people who shaped McLean County, including those who encountered and knew Abraham Lincoln.
The museum features 18,000 objects in its collections, 10,000 volumes in its library and over 1,500 linear feat of archives. It offers hands-on activities and educational programs for children as well as annual events including the Evergreen Cemetery Walk and Christmas at the Courthouse.
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Downtown Bloomington Farmers Market
McLean County Museum of History • May 03 – Oct 28 @ 7:30AM
Discover fresh, local goods every Saturday morning from May to October at the Downtown Bloomington Association Farmers’ Market. Located on the historic square, this producer-only market…
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3rd Sunday Market
The Interstate Center • May 18 – Nov 16 @ 8AM
The 3rd Sunday Market in Bloomington, IL, is a popular monthly event held from May to November at the Interstate Center.
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Interstate Center • Jun 12 – Jun 15 @ 1PM
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