Tiskilwa Historical Society

Imagine sitting around a campfire with Black Hawk (Ma-ka-tai-me-she-kiuk-kiuk), listening to stories of creation and legends of his...

Because of dangerous weather conditions, last Monday's program in Tiskilwa was moved to the same time (7:00 p.m.), same place (Museum on...

With his gravelly voice, love of oratory, and unkempt hair-do, United States Senator Everett M. Dirksen was an icon of mid-twentieth...

The Dirksen Congressional Center’s executive director, Tiffany White, will present a program on former Senator Everett Dirksen at 7:00...

Perfect weather, music on the museum lawn, visiting with friends and family, and Dilly Bars to cap it off -- now that's a good way to...

With a program entitled “Music, Mussels, and Moonshine: Migrant Workers in the Early 20th Century along the Mississippi,” the Tiskilwa...

Many shady spots on the west lawn at Tiskilwa’s museum will be lined with unique vehicles on Saturday morning, August 7, as the...

“CLASSIC RIDES” during Pow Wow Days ~~ Here’s your annual chance to show off your favorite “wheels” for all to admire! Cruise on over to...

On May 22, we filmed segments of the Memorial Day Ceremony that you will see here. Despite safety restrictions during the pandemic,...

Beginning Sunday evening, May 30, Tiskilwa’s Memorial Day Ceremony will be available online, hosted by Navy veteran, Jennifer Fisher. The...