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.

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Special Winter Open House

The Ansel B. Cook Home will be open
Saturday, February 28 from 1pm to 4pm
as part of the the Libertyville Recreation Department’s Frozen Fest.

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

The Wide Awakes Banner Restoration

Liberty & Union Campaign

An item of invaluable historical significance to Libertyville and Lake County with a connection to a nation-changing moment in U.S. history is in need of restoration.

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Happy New Year from the Libertyville Historical Society! Wishing you a year filled with new beginnings, strong community, and a continued love of local history.
Join us for the Lake County History Symposium on January 8 and 15 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. This year's theme is "Historical Surprises: When Research Reveals the Unexpected." This virtual event is free, but pre-registration is required. The Li
From our history-loving hearts to yours - Merry Christmas! 🎄✨ Thank you for being part of our story, today and always.
Still looking for gift? Langworthy's has some suggestions. Advertisement from the December 17, 1925 Libertyville Independent. Established in 1911 as a general store and soda fountain, Langworthy’s occupied a number of storefronts along Milwau
Come on in! The Ansel B. Cook Home is open today, December 13, from 11am to 3pm. $5/adults, kids free. Happy holidays!
Last chance to visit Victorian Christmas 2025 at the Ansel B. Cook Home is Saturday, December 13 from 11am to 3pm. $5/adults, kids free. Hope to see you soon!