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Audio Connections: An Introduction to Podcasting Workshop

Western Illinois Museum 201 South Lafayette Street, Macomb, IL, United States

A new partnership between Cuba High School’s Forgottonia Project, Tri States Public Radio, the Western Illinois Museum, and the WIU Department of Broadcasting and Journalism is bringing together a group of content creators to share techniques for collecting and sharing the stories of west central Illinois. A three-hour workshop will be held on Sunday, April… Read More »Audio Connections: An Introduction to Podcasting Workshop

A Victorian Secret: How 19th-Century Technology Influenced Women’s Dress and Fashion

Western Illinois Museum 201 South Lafayette Street, Macomb, IL, United States

 The Western Illinois Museum will host resident Victorian ladies Stasia Bath and Nancy Chu in a one-hour program on May 14th at 6:30 pm titled A Victorian Secret: How 19th-Century Technology Influenced Women’s Dress and Fashion. Women’s fashion, including undergarments, changed dramatically in the 19th century because of innovations in technology. In this presentation, Bath… Read More »A Victorian Secret: How 19th-Century Technology Influenced Women’s Dress and Fashion

Erika Holst to present The Life Cycle of Clothing – VIRTUAL PROGRAM DUE TO WEATHER!

Western Illinois Museum 201 South Lafayette Street, Macomb, IL, United States

Due to the severe weather forecast, Erika Holst will join us virtually at the Museum. Guests are welcome to join us at Museum or view it online at the following links: YouTube Facebook The Western Illinois Museum is pleased to welcome Illinois State Museum Curator of History Erika Holst to Our Front Porch for her… Read More »Erika Holst to present The Life Cycle of Clothing – VIRTUAL PROGRAM DUE TO WEATHER!

Stefan Prigmore Returns to Our Front Porch

Western Illinois Museum 201 South Lafayette Street, Macomb, IL, United States

The Western Illinois Museum is pleased to announce the return of songwriter Stefan Prigmore to perform on Our Front Porch on Friday, May 31st from 7:00 to 9:00 pm. The Texas-based singer’s rustic and approachable blend of Americana, folk, and roots is a favorite of audiences. His stark and sincere lyrics paired with his dynamic… Read More »Stefan Prigmore Returns to Our Front Porch

Average Joey with John Lane

Western Illinois Museum 201 South Lafayette Street, Macomb, IL, United States

Traveling songwriter Average Joey will share an unlikely blend of folk songs, country tunes, and punk rock banjo backed by fiddler and all-around musician John Lane.

Jeff Swan Plays the Blues

Western Illinois Museum 201 South Lafayette Street, Macomb, IL, United States

Blues guitarist extraordinaire Jeff Swan will be joined by local musicians including saxophonist and keyboardist Pete Hannon, bassist and singer David Denisar, and Morton drummer and WIU graduate Michael Coers to perform in an evening of live music.

Sunday Crafternoon

Western Illinois Museum 201 South Lafayette Street, Macomb, IL, United States

Join us for a casual afternoon of crafting in community on the third Sunday of the Month! Drop in anytime between 1:00 and 4:00 pm Crafternoon has always been about creating a welcoming, non-competitive, and non-judgmental space where people of all ages and backgrounds can connect and feel a sense of belonging. Participants can choose… Read More »Sunday Crafternoon

Thriving Artist Workshop with Ximena Barreto

Western Illinois Museum 201 South Lafayette Street, Macomb, IL, United States

Working in collaboration, the Gazebo Arts Festival, Macomb Creative Collab, and the Western Illinois Museum are excited to announce The Thriving Artist Workshop Series. This series aims to help artists and creatives in the Western Illinois region develop essential business skills related to their art. These workshops are part of the monthly Crafternoon event, held… Read More »Thriving Artist Workshop with Ximena Barreto

The Blind Swine with guest musicians Sally Weisenberg and Don Berbaum

Western Illinois Museum 201 South Lafayette Street, Macomb, IL, United States

PASSWORD ALERT for August 9th Don't share this with anyone!! Come around the back door and drop the words "Tin Lizzy." The Western Illinois Museum’s Blind Swine Speakeasy returns to give you a roaring good time. Starting on Friday, August 9, 2024, the speakeasy will be open on the second and fourth Fridays through October,… Read More »The Blind Swine with guest musicians Sally Weisenberg and Don Berbaum