Compiled by the Chicago Map Society, 2008. 160 pages. This book reproduces a 1905 guide used to navigate from Chicago to Lake Geneva and Beloit, with photos of the same scenes a century later. $20.25 for members $22.50 for non-members
Published in 2023 by James K. Hanna. 121 pages. This book examines the life of Father Edward Vattmann (1840-1919). $13.50 for members $15.00 for non-members
By Candace Moore Hill; 2010; 127 pages, paperback Lively archival photographs detail the history of the Bahá’í House of Worship in Wilmette. $25.80 for members $28.00 for non-members
By Kathy Hussey-Arntson and Patrick Leary; 2012; 128 pages, paperback Drawing upon the extensive collections of the Wilmette Historical Museum, the authors have chosen images that capture highlights from over 150 years of Wilmette's varied, and occasionally contentious, history. $25.80 for members $28 for non-members
By David Leach, Jr., edited by Kathy Hussey-Arntson; 2015; 110 pages, paperback From the evolution of street lighting to the railroad crossing controversy to the making of Wilmette Harbor, Dave Leach enthusiastically explored fascinating nooks and crannies of Wilmette history in his essays in the Village newsletter. This volume collects a generous helping of favorites, illustrated with photos from the Museum’s collection. $16.86 for members $18.75 for non-members
11 oz. ceramic coffee mug. Made in the USA.$10.00 for non-members
$9.00 for members
By Tom Pecore Weso, with illustrations by Gloria Félix. 2022. 85 pages. This book explores 12 traditional stories from indigenous tribes across North America, complete with illustrations. $10.09 for members $11.24 for non-members
By Kathy Hussey-Arntson; 2002; 36 pages, paperback Award-winning history. Lively narrative, imaginative layout, "fun facts," and over 50 photographs, drawings and maps. This item is free for local pickup from the museum. If mailed, there will be a small shipping fee.
Glass ornament with photo either of the Wilmette Harbor with the Bahai Temple or of the 1873 Train Depot.$15.00 for non-members
$13.50 for members
1 x 4 in. glass pickle ornament. $7.00 for non-members $5.00 for members
By Ellen Shubart; 2023; 182 pages, paperback. This guide explores various historical sites and other hidden gems across Chicago's North Shore. $22.50 for members $25.00 for non-members- Out of stock
Plush Teddy Bear sporting a Wilmette T shirt.$15.00 for non-members
$13.50 for members
6" marble trivet with cork backing. Image of an old Wilmette map. Handcrafted in the USA.$35.00 for non-members
$31.50 for members
This product is only available for in-person purchase or pickup from the Museum Shop.
By: John Jacoby; 2021; 394 pages, paperback A collection of stories that showcase the history of Wilmette over the past century and a half. $29.00 for members $31.95 for non-members
By George Bushnell; revised edition, 1997; 248 pages A detailed, narrative history of Wilmette and environs, with illustrations. Paperback: $26.90 for members, $29.00 for non-members
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