Nathan Taylor Trio at The Blind Swine

Shhhhh… The Blind Swine is open but “speak easy.” The museum’s raw space, once used as a garage, will be open for an authentic 1920s era speakeasy experience.

Guests enter through the museum’s south door, if they have the password, and can enjoy live music and fun activities to learn about local history – all while enjoying a now legal beverage. There is a suggested $5 donation at the door.

Nothing is more iconic of the 1920s than the flapper.  The 1920 silent comedy film, The Flapper, set in motion the fashion craze and was made famous by F. Scott Fitzgerald’s 1925 novel, The Great Gatsby, a cautionary tale about the era. The Blind Swine Speakeasy is the perfect place for a flapper to let loose and challenge social norms. Musical guest, the Nathan Taylor Trio will be on hand to help you “cut a rug.”

The Western Illinois Museum is located at 201 South Lafayette Street, one block south of Macomb’s Courthouse Square. The password can be found on the museum’s Facebook page or by texting “swine” to 309.837.2613. For more information contact the museum at info@wimuseum.org or 309.837.2750.