Chinese-American Museum of Chicago
- Focuses on the early and recent history of Chinese-Americans in the Midwest through exhibitions..
- http://www.ccamuseum.org

Mendota Museum and Historical Society
- Preservation of local history including an extensive display of Wild Bill Hickok memorabilia at the Hume-Carnegie Museum. The Union Depot Railroad Museum has displays of the CB and Q, Milwaukee and Illinois Central items.
- http://www.mendotamuseums.org

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
- Explore over 50,000 square feet devoted to state-of-the-art full-immersion exhibits, special effects theaters and displays of original artifacts. Located in Springfield, Illinois, United States.
- http://www.lincolnlibraryandmuseum.com/

The Boone County Historical Museum
- Features artifacts and archival materials of the local area. Includes services, membership details, volunteer opportunities, hours, location and admission fees. Located in Belvidere.
- http://www.boonecountyhistoricalmuseum.org

The Aurora Historical Society
- Dedicated to the collection and preservation of the area's history. Offers separate tours of William Tanner House and the Arts and History Center. Includes hours, admission, calendar, photos, membership details, gift shop and links.
- http://www.aurorahistoricalsociety.org

Chicago Historical Society
- Features estimated 20 million items, including photographs, drawings, diaries, letters, costumes, textiles, sound recordings, films, books, newspapers, furniture and manufactured objects, architectural fragments and renderings, and many other artifacts. I
- http://www.chicagohistory.org/