This site is operated by the Palatine Historical Society Board. Our purpose is the collection, preservation and display of artifacts and the discovery and dissemination of knowledge about the history of Palatine and Palatine Township. We have some openings on our Board, if you’re interested in helping the cause.
The Clayson House Museum, located at 224 East Palatine Road, is open Tuesday 9am to 4pm, Thursday Noon to 4pm and Sunday 1pm to 4pm. There is parking in the lot on Oak Street behind the museum. Groups are welcome with advance notice. Admission is free. When you visit the Museum, we’re always happy to provide a guided tour.
To become a member of the Palatine Historical Society, please click here.
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Special Events
Spring Walking Tours, back by popular demand, will be held on May 17. Visit our Programs and Events page to learn more and buy your tickets.
Palatine Historical Society General Meeting Program will be held at the Palatine Public Library on May 21 at 7pm. This month’s program is Singing Bird and the Importance of Native American Women in Illinois History. Reserve your seat here.
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We welcome our newest board member, Jen Lipinski, who will handle Publicity.
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Our “Hats Off to You” display continues to draw rave reviews!
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Old issues of our newsletter, The Palatine Palaver, can be searched here.
Everyone had fun searching for clues at our Scavenger Hunt Sunday, August 17, 2024!
Marlee as Betsy Ross, Lesley, Clayton, Sue, Ken, Clare, Greg, Paul, Jan and Carl in a Model T and Dave as “Old Abe” celebrated our nation’s birth Saturday, July 6, 2024 at the Jaycees Independence Day Parade.
Clare, Joe, Jen and Marlee helped out at our booth at the Farmer’s Market Saturday, June 29, 2024.
What’s Going On at the Clayson House?
Marg, Holly, Ken, Kathie, Joe and Marlee have been preparing for the Cemetery Walk.
Joe is working on a plaque for the PLZ&W Railroad.
Kathie is working on a display of Cornelia’s trunk.
Holly and Marg prepared hats for a special exhibit.
Anji decorated the dollhouse for summer fun.
Holly, Ellen, Paul, Jan, Stephanie, Terri &
Barbara cleaned up the garden for spring.
Adrian is helping to digitize the Palavers.
Nancy is keeping track of membership.
Laura is inventorying Cornelia’s trunk.
David repaired some display easels.
Anvith is helping with our website.
Bev is working on the collections.
Thank you all so much!
