A little bit about us…
The Dwight Historical Society was organized in September of 1964 to bring together those interested in Dwight’s rich history. The mission of the Dwight Historical Society is to promote and preserve the history and culture that pertains to the Dwight community, such as printed matter, photos, artists’ sketches or paintings, artifacts and buildings.
Explore Our History
Our museum
Located in Dwight’s historic Chicago & Alton Railroad depot, our museum is the home of our vast collection of photographs, artifacts, and more that tell the stories of our past.
Walking tour
We’ve curated a tour of many of Dwight’s historic sites and significant examples of architecture for you to explore!
Research & Collections
Our archive is available to researchers and those curious about Dwight’s history. It includes photographs, ephemera, artifacts, and so many items that tell the history of this special place.
Visit our museum
Located in the historic Chicago & Alton Railroad station, our museum features standard and rotating exhibits staffed by friendly, knowledgeable volunteers.
