South Holland Historical Society (Illinois): Location, Hours & What to See

The South Holland Historical Society preserves the heritage of this Dutch-settled community in the Chicago Southland. Here's everything you need to visit.

Address

16326 Wausau Avenue, South Holland, IL 60473

Located in a residential area near the intersection of 163rd Street and Wausau Avenue, just east of the Tri-State Tollway (I-294).

Hours of Operation

• Tuesday & Thursday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
• Saturday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM (seasonal; call ahead)
• By appointment: Available for researchers and groups

Always verify current hours on their website or Facebook page before visiting.

What You'll Find

• Dutch immigration exhibits: Artifacts, photos, and documents from the 1840s settlement by Seceders (Afgescheidenen) from the Netherlands.
• Farm & domestic life displays: Tools, clothing, kitchenware, and a recreated 19th-century parlor.
• Church & school records: Archives of the First Reformed Church and local schools.
• Genealogy resources: Family histories, obituaries, and cemetery records for Dutch-American families.
• Annual events: Dutch Festival (May), holiday open house, and lecture series.

Nearby Points of Interest

• First Reformed Church of South Holland (15924 South Park Ave) – Historic 1890s church
• Veterans Memorial Park – Walking paths and monuments
• Downtown South Holland – Shops and Dutch bakeries on 162nd Street

Contact

Phone: (708) 331-8000 | Website: southhollandhistoricalsociety.org

Whether you're tracing Dutch ancestry or exploring Chicagoland's immigrant history, the South Holland Historical Society offers a warm welcome and rich archives.