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Allscheid-Metzger Gallery

IMG_2671The grand opening of the newly completed Allscheid-Metzger Gallery was celebrated with a ribbon cutting on July 18, 2015.  Funding for the gallery featuring the Allscheid Rock Shelter diorama and exhibit was provided through the generosity of Melvin & Jackie Allscheid and Bob & Sheryl Metzger.  Artifacts on display in the gallery include a black 1917 Chevrolet Model D V-8 touring car, a bedroom set that once graced the Illinois Governor’s Mansion, artifacts from Colonel Edd and Violet Kueker’s collection of bygone eras and donated artifacts that have never been seen due to lack of space.

The History Museum opened October 25, 2008 with the Kueker Gallery, Luhr Lobby and HTC Learning Center.  In 2010 the Zimmer Gallery opened through funding provided by the Wm. Zimmer Foundation.   The museum, a treasure trove of historic and archaeological artifacts, offers a look at the past through a variety of permanent displays, periodically changing exhibits and unique antiques representing a broad span of eras and interests. The museum’s donated exhibits represent local commerce, agriculture, transportation, military life during several wars, the settlement of the west and much more.  History is the launch pad for the future!IMG_2310

Our current rotating exhibit, “Wheels and Deals”, consists of various and sundry forms of transportation – trains, planes, automobiles and the famous gifted Kueker wagons (Wheels) and international currency (Deals).  The exhibit will remain on display as it will complement the History Museum’s displays for the Monroe County Bi-Centennial beginning January 2016.

The Allscheid-Metzger Gallery is now the home for the History Museum’s program and presentation area, complete with comfortable seating.   (The Wilderness rock band will be performing at the Waterloo VFW.)

Programs

Allscheid Rock Shelter Exhibit

Upcoming Events

Jul
17
Thu
1:30 pm “DAR Patriots” by local Whitesid...
“DAR Patriots” by local Whitesid...
Jul 17 @ 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Dar Patriots will be presented by local Whiteside DAR members led by Sarah Davis. Revolutionary soldiers of Monroe2meCounty will be the topic of discussion
Aug
2
Sat
1:30 pm “History of the Lemp family of S...
“History of the Lemp family of S...
Aug 2 @ 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Author Stephen P. Walker will present the history of the Lemp family of St. Louis, including their once vast brewing empire, their tragic family history, and the elegant mansion they left behind.
Aug
16
Sat
1:30 pm “What’s the Point, An Artifact I...
“What’s the Point, An Artifact I...
Aug 16 @ 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm
“What’s the Point” an artifact ID roadshow. The Cahokia Archaeological Society, a local chapter of the Illinois Association of Archaeology, along with the Illinois Archaeological Survey will be at the Monroe County History Museum for[...]
Aug
21
Thu
6:30 pm “The Hidden Sinkholes, Springs, ...
“The Hidden Sinkholes, Springs, ...
Aug 21 @ 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Sue Barker will be presenting The Hidden Sinkholes, Springs, and Caves. If you’ve ever wondered why Monroe County has so many sinkholes, this program is for you. We’ll discuss caves, how springs are connected to[...]
Sep
12
Fri
6:30 pm “Friday Night at the Museum!” by...
“Friday Night at the Museum!” by...
Sep 12 @ 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Friday Night at the Museum! The Thunder and Lightning Cloggers will be providing some great entertainment for the evening.
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