Preserving the Past

For Our Future

Established in 1955, the Libertyville Historical Society collects and preserves historical material and information relative to the Libertyville area. The 1878 Ansel B. Cook Home, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is home to the society’s archives and museum.

2024 Victorian Christmas Open Houses

Friday, November 29, after the tree lighting until 8pm

Saturday, December 7 & 14, 11am to 3pm

$5/adult. Kids free! No reservation required.

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The Wide Awakes are one of the least known but most influential groups to have had a part in the election of 1860. Libertyville Historical Society member Sonia Schoenfield discusses Libertyville’s role in this national movement. Register at htt
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at the Cook Home! Victorian Christmas open houses start Friday, 11/29 after the tree lighting. Full schedule and details at libertyvillehistory.org/ansel-b-cook-home!
Learn how Libertyville celebrated Armistice Day, November 11, 1918. https://www.cooklib.org/armistice-day-in-libertyville/
Northeastern Illinois was the strongest area of anti-slavery sentiment in the state. Sarah Salto of the Bess Bower Dunn Museum of Lake County shares stories of the area’s involvement in anti-slavery activities and the Underground Railroad. Regi
Mystery Photo Monday: This photo is from a collection of snapshots that appear to be from the late 1960s. Unfortunately, the people are not identified. Does anyone recognize them?
We're fallin' for the beautiful arrangements outside the Cook Home provided by the Town and Country Garden Club of Libertyville, Illinois !