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Phone Number: 815-838-9400
The Gaylord Building is a historic building located in downtown Lockport, Illinois. First constructed in 1838, the Gaylord Building acted as a key location for the construction of the Illinois & Michigan Canal. Today, it serves dual purposes as both a historic landmark and an adaptable space with opportunities to explore history, engage with fine art, and learn more about Read more...
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Phone Number: 815-838-1183
Maintained by the Lockport Township Park District, the Gladys Fox Museum is located in the historic 1839 Old Congregational Church. Beautifully restored, this historic building is now home to the museum’s collection of historical photographs and memorabilia celebrating Dellwood Park and the Illinois and Michigan Canal. Read more...
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Phone Number: 815-838-7400
The Lockport Gallery features changing exhibitions of art created by past and contemporary Illinois artists and artisans. Paintings, drawings, sculptures, quilts, and other decorative and ethnographic arts are showcased in rotating, theme-based exhibitions augmented by interpretive materials. The exhibitions are given an added dimension through educational events, group tours, and outreach activities for both children and adults. Read more...
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Phone Number: 815-838-0755
Located in the original 1837 canal headquarters building, the Illinois and Michigan Canal Museum offers 10 rooms filled with artifacts, pictures, and documents relating to the construction and operation of the canal, as well as period items specific to the region during the height of the canal’s operation. This building is now operated by the Will County Historical Museum and Read more...