We've all had a log of changes in 2020, for better or worse, and have had to develop new routines, habits, and skills. Records of simple routines, just like ours, are exactly the type of things that historians love, because that's how they learn how everyday people acted throughout history.
Be a part of future history; share your photos, videos, stories, recipes, artworks, and other creations, experiences, and reactions to how the pandemic of 2020 has changed your life. Become part of our local history collection as we create a virtual time capsule of our communities' lives to preserve them for future generations to learn from!
To set up an appointment, inquire about donating, or for research assistance, contact the Local History Librarian, Michele Houchens, at (815) 467-1600 x207 or micheleh@trpld.org.
Our Local History Collection is housed in the lower level of the Minooka Branch.
Our collection contains historical information from Channahon, Minooka, and Aux Sable and Channahon Townships. It includes genealogical information, photographs, yearbooks, area maps and plat books, newspapers and clippings, church records, and more.
Mondays: 5-8
2nd and 4th Weekends: Saturday 10-5, Sunday 1-5
Please contact Michele Houchens at (815) 467-1600 x207 or micheleh@trpld.org to set up an appointment outside of these hours.
Do you have historic documents, photos, or objects related to the Channahon and Minooka area? Share them with us and help preserve our rich history!
Donations are gratefully accepted but not always necessary. We can also photograph, copy, or scan your materials and return the original to you.
See some of the photos in our collection on our flickr account.
Search our image archives online.