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What's New at the Manteno Historical Society

A NEW LOOK FOR THE MUSEUM

Much more space has been needed for storage of historical artifacts and for exhibits.

Through the efforts of State of Illinois Representative Lisa Dugan, the Society received a $7,500 grant to construct a disabled entrance to the facility. Since all current remodeling projects were completed, the Board of Directors voted to coordinate the grant with a Capital Campaign to increase the space needed to enhance the Museum. The 20 x 40 foot addition will be added south of the current Museum.

Construction of this new project is to begin the Spring of 2008.  It is anticipated that an additional $90,000 to $100,000 is needed to complete the addition. Any contribution is welcome but it is expected we will need larger donations from a number of sources to bring this project to fruition.  They are, therefore, presenting their proposal to all historical society members, interested businesses and Manteno-Rockville area current and past citizens.  We need your help. There are four categories for suggested contributions:  $5,000 or more;  $1,000 to $4,000; $500 to $999 and $100 or less.  Please make check payable and forward to: 

Manteno Historical Society
192 West Third Street
Manteno, IL  60950

Thanks for your help in this worthwhile project.  Your donation is tax deductible as we are an Illinois registered Not-For-Profit Organization. The Historical Society would like to thank all new and past donors with the inscription of the donor's name or dedication in a Donor's Plaque to be exhibited in the Museum.  If you would like to retain your privacy in anonymity, please note on your note or check that you wish to remain anonymous.

Jeff Jarvis, Architect
Sketch of the proposed addition to the Museum by Gary Seiner

IN PROGRESS

Available copies of "The Manteno Independent" and "The Manteno News" from 1938-1998 are being microfilmed and will be available at the Museum for viewing and printing in late fall, 2007.