Roselle History Museum

Roselle History Museum The Roselle History Museum is operated by the dedicated staff and volunteers of the Roselle Historical Foundation.

The Roselle History Museum Campus is comprised of three historic homes operated by the Roselle Historical Foundation. The Sumner House consists of exhibits relating to Roselle history. The Richter House has been fully restored to its 1920 heyday. The Coach House serves as the Foundation's office. The Museum is open every Sunday from 2 - 4 PM or by appointment.

04/06/2026

Wishing everyone a Hoppy Easter! 🐣 🐰

It's going to be another great summer in Roselle! 🌷🌹☀️
04/03/2026

It's going to be another great summer in Roselle! 🌷🌹☀️

No joke - we are SO excited for all the special events happening this summer! 🤩 Mark your calendars for:

🥐French Markets - NOW ON THURSDAYS! Begins May 21 and ends Sept. 10

🚗 Roselle Cruise Nights returns Friday, May 29 at the Roselle American Legion

🌹Rose Festival, hosted by The Roselle Lions Club - June 5 & 6

⛳Rose Parade, hosted by Roselle Chamber of Commerce & Industry - June 7

🎶Plaza Concert Series, co-hosted with Roselle Park District - second and fourth Thursdays in June, July, and August

🎆Independence Day Celebration - July 3 at LPHS West Campus

😋Taste of Roselle, hosted by The Roselle Lions Club - July 31 - Aug. 2

🚔National Night Out with the Roselle Police Department - Aug. 4

Event details will be shared online at www.roselle.il.us/Events.

Pik-Kwik sign roughly 16 years ago! What is yoir favorite memory Pik-Kwik? Photo by Caitlin Garcia Velazquez
04/01/2026

Pik-Kwik sign roughly 16 years ago! What is yoir favorite memory Pik-Kwik?

Photo by Caitlin Garcia Velazquez

Looks great! Thank you, Roselle Park District Garden Club for getting us into spring fever!
03/27/2026

Looks great! Thank you, Roselle Park District Garden Club for getting us into spring fever!

Happy Anniversary to some wonderful Lynfredians! (Is that a word??)
03/27/2026

Happy Anniversary to some wonderful Lynfredians! (Is that a word??)

Happy anniversary to this dynamic duo!

Abby - Tasting Room - 3 Years
Christina - Marketing Director - 26 Years

🥂🍷🍾

Late 1940s-Early 1950s. American Legion grounds and carnival.
03/24/2026

Late 1940s-Early 1950s. American Legion grounds and carnival.

Thank you, Hans Klemmer and the Elgin History Museum for a wonderful photographic program about Route 20 (Lake Street) a...
03/21/2026

Thank you, Hans Klemmer and the Elgin History Museum for a wonderful photographic program about Route 20 (Lake Street) and a lovely reception!

Happy St. Patrick's Day! Celebrate responsibly! ☘️🍻
03/17/2026

Happy St. Patrick's Day! Celebrate responsibly! ☘️🍻

Happy Birthday to a great neighbor!
03/14/2026

Happy Birthday to a great neighbor!

Mr. William and Mrs. (Renata) Fenz on their wedding day, and Mrs. Fenz some years later. John Hattendorf built the home ...
03/13/2026

Mr. William and Mrs. (Renata) Fenz on their wedding day, and Mrs. Fenz some years later. John Hattendorf built the home at 15 South Roselle Road, as a wedding gift for his daughter, Renata, and her husband. The Koehlers renovated the home and opened the Lynfred Winery in 1977.

03/10/2026

Join us in congratulating the graduating students in the Lake Park Class of 2026 receiving the Spirit of Excellence Award! These students have been recognized because of their extraordinary effort, achievement, & leadership during their time at Lake Park! You make Lancer Nation proud! https://lphs.org/SOE

Address

102 S Prospect (Sumner House)/39 E Elm Street (Office)
Roselle, IL
60172

Opening Hours

Wednesday 10am - 2pm
Sunday 2pm - 4pm

Telephone

(630) 351-5300

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A local historical museum campus with 3 buildings. The museum serves hundreds of people a year. The historical museum is funded by donations from the community and a small contribution from the Village of Roselle. MUSEUM IS OPEN EVERY SUNDAY FROM 2 PM UNTIL 4 PM