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Monday 4pm - 9pm Thursday 2pm - 6:30pm Friday 2pm - 6:30pm Saturday 9am - 2pm Sunday 9am - 2pm

Little White School Museum

Name: Little White School Museum
Address: 72 Polk Street, Oswego, IL, 60543, US
Telephone: +16305542999
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First a Methodist-Episcopal church, then as a beloved elementary school, and now a community museum. Step in and take a step back in time.

The Little White School Museum, located at 72 Polk Street in downtown Oswego, IL holds the rich history of the community and reflects the spirit of its early residents. Built as a church in 1850, then used as a school until the mid 1960’s, the building is now a community museum open to the public and an archive of local Oswegoland history. The Oswegoland Heritage Association operates the museum in

partnership with the Oswegoland Park District. Museum gallery is open Friday through Monday, Noon - 5pm. The Little White School Museum archives and research are available by appointment.

05/29/2026

Join us at the Little White School Museum on Saturday, June 6, at noon for a special presentation from Roger Matile!

After the Civil War, Kendall County’s population underwent a century of steady decline as the county remained largely rural. But starting in the 1960s, not only did the county begin seeing significant population growth spurred by the post-World War II Baby Boom, but it also began to rapidly undergo significant changes to its basic character. During this program, museum director Roger Matile will take participants on a guided tour of the vast changes the county has undergone during the last 160 years as its almost entirely rural character transformed to a bustling, fast-growing Chicago exurb.

Register at the following link:
https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/oswegolandparks/activity/search/detail/28851?onlineSiteId=0&locale=en-US&from_original_cui=true

05/22/2026

Join us on Saturday, May 30, at noon for a special program!

Though Oswego is firmly Midwestern today, in the early 19th century it was considered part of the American West. As part of the nation’s 250th anniversary celebration, join Museum Coordinator Joe Noce for an illustrated presentation exploring Oswego’s frontier past. From settlement patterns and transportation routes to daily life on the edge of expansion, this program connects local history to the broader story of westward growth and highlights how traces of that era can still be seen in the community today.

Register at the following link:
https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/oswegolandparks/activity/search/detail/27889?onlineSiteId=0&locale=en-US&from_original_cui=true

05/18/2026

There's still time to register for our Hafenrichter History Hike at Farmington Lake on May 23 at 10am!

Today, Oswego knows Farmington Lakes Park as one of its premier parks, offering many outdoor adventures. But Farmington Lakes Park and the surrounding area have been more than just a recreation throughout history. Enjoy a guided hike along the storied trails of Farmington Lakes Park to explore its rich history, as well as the history of the land's historic owners, the Hafenrichter Family. Participants will meet in the parking lot off of Douglas Road and Farmington Lakes Drive.

Register at the following link:
https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/oswegolandparks/activity/search/detail/27843?onlineSiteId=0&locale=en-US&from_original_cui=true

05/16/2026

05/09/2026

There's still time to register for our Sears Home Tour on Saturday, May 16 at 12pm!

Between 1908 and 1942, Sears Roebuck and Company sold ready-to-build kit homes right out of their catalogs, and many people in Oswego bought them! Learn about some of the Sears homes that are still standing, how to identify them, and who had them built.

Register at the following link: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/oswegolandparks/activity/search/detail/27845?onlineSiteId=0&locale=en-US&from_original_cui=true

05/06/2026

Stop by the Museum any time during our regular operating hours to vote on your favorite submission for our 2026 Capturing Oswego Photo Contest!

Pictured above is a submission from last year's contest taken by Budd Bieber.

05/04/2026

It's officially historic preservation month! The Little White School Museum would like to thank our wonderful community for supporting us and helping to keep the history of Oswegoland preserved!

05/02/2026

The Little White School Museum is officially offering 2026-2027 editions of the Passport to Adventure! These booklets will guide your adventures to museums, art galleries, and nature centers throughout Kane, Dupage, and Kendall counties. Visit six locations this summer for entry into a special prize drawing. Stop by the Little White School Museum any time during our regular operating hours to pick one up!

04/20/2026

There's still time to submit a photo for our 2026 Capturing Oswego Photo Contest! Also, stop by the museum beginning May 1 to vote on your favorite photo.

Pictured here is last year's photo contest winner, captured by Donald Vaccaro

Capture what makes Oswego special through photography. Submit one photo per person, taken within the Village of Oswego or School District boundaries for display at the museum. Entries are accepted April 2–30 and will be exhibited May 1–31, when visitors can vote for their favorite. The winning photo will be framed and displayed in the museum. Please email submissions to Museum Coordinator Joe Noce at [email protected] or drop them off at the Little White School Museum during our regular operating hours.

04/17/2026

Join us in downtown Oswego for a fun-filled historic adventure on Saturday, April 25 at 12pm!

When you drive down Main Street from Madison to Rt. 34, ever wonder about the histories behind the distinctive houses you pass? Join us for a walk down Main Street with stories about the early Oswegoans who built and lived in these homes. The tour will begin and end at the corner of Main Street and Tyler Street.

Register at the following link:https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/oswegolandparks/activity/search/detail/27844?onlineSiteId=0&locale=en-US&from_original_cui=true

Address

72 Polk Street
Oswego, IL
60543

Opening Hours

Monday	4pm - 9pm
Thursday	2pm - 6:30pm
Friday	2pm - 6:30pm
Saturday	9am - 2pm
Sunday	9am - 2pm

Telephone

+16305542999

Website

http://www.littlewhiteschoolmuseum.org/

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