Hedges Station Museum

Hedges Station Museum Museum dedicated to the History of the Village of Winfield, Illinois. Parking available on site!

11/12/2025

Clarence Goodman explores the rumors of shady deals during Prohibition, the historic election of 1960, and the tragedies that followed to find traces of the Kennedys all over Our Town. Registration required. Click here to register: https://winfield.librarycalendar.com/events/month/2025/11

10/21/2025

175 YEARS AGO TODAY - OCTOBER 21, 1850
The Aurora Branch Railroad (later the Chicago, Burlington & Quincy) inaugurates service between Aurora and Chicago, via Batavia and Turner Junction (West Chicago). The 12-mile branch railroad connected Aurora to the tracks of the Galena & Chicago Union Railroad (later Chicago & Northwestern), where it used those tracks and right of way to complete the journey into Chicago. There were two round trips each day.
By 1855, the railroad expanded to become the Chicago, Burlington, and Quincy (CB & Q). By the 1920s, the railroad had 12,000 miles of track over 14 states, and the Burlington Route adopted the slogan, “Everywhere West.” Today, the railroad is the Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF).

Map – Overton, Richard C., Burlington Route – A History of the Burlington Lines. New York: Alfred A. Knopf; 1965

Hello all!! Some miscommunication occurred resulting in some incorrect dates. Snacks with Santa is on the first Saturday...
09/30/2025

Hello all!! Some miscommunication occurred resulting in some incorrect dates.

Snacks with Santa is on the first Saturday of December,
Saturday December 6th

The Museum will be closed from December 15th 2025 to January 12th 2026.

Have a happy holiday and please share this information with your fellow residents!

07/01/2025

Registration required. Click here to register: https://winfield.librarycalendar.com/events/month/2025/07
It was once the “world’s largest amusement park,” boasting the world’s first suspended roller coaster and first parachute ride. Today, it’s merely one of Chicago’s best loved memories. The names alone evoke nostalgia: the Pair-O-Chutes, Aladdin’s Castle, Shoot the Chutes and of course, the Bobs roller coaster. Join historian Leslie Goddard, Ph.D., for a look back at the history of Riverview, from its opening in 1904 to its sudden closing in 1967.

A friendly reminder for our community. Hedges Station and the parking lot at Oakwood Park are CLOSED until the construct...
05/27/2025

A friendly reminder for our community.
Hedges Station and the parking lot at Oakwood Park are CLOSED until the construction at the park is complete. Please do not park in the lot, even if the gate is open. Construction vehicles will be going in and out of the parking lot and the gate is locked at the end of the day.
We're hoping to be reopened in early July, fingers crossed the project goes well.

I am incredibly pleased to be able to officially announce that the Winfield Historical Society is updating our beloved h...
04/24/2025

I am incredibly pleased to be able to officially announce that the Winfield Historical Society is updating our beloved history book, "Winfield's Good Old Days" A History" (which hasn't been updated since 1975)
We have sponsorship levels available to reserve a copy when it comes off the printing press in July of 2026! Just in time to celebrate America's birthday.

Why Sponsor?
-Preserve Winfield's Local Heritage: Your sponsorship helps document and preserve the vibrant history of our community for future generations.
-Tax Deductible: All donations are tax deductible
-Exclusive Rewards: Supporter level and up will be listed in the book, and donations over $200.00 will receive a free copy of the hardcover book.

website for details on all sponsorship levels and pledges.
https://winfieldhistory.cheddarup.com

Happy February all! As I'm sure some of our regulars have noticed, the large project at Oakwood Park has started. For th...
02/11/2025

Happy February all!
As I'm sure some of our regulars have noticed, the large project at Oakwood Park has started. For the duration of the project, Hedges Station and it's parking lot will be closed to the public. The project is estimated to be completed in mid July. We here at the Winfield Historical Society and the Park District thank you for your consideration during this remodeling and look forward to seeing you all in the summer time!

You can reach us via email at [email protected] if you have any questions during this time.

See you all this summer!

01/13/2025

From campaigns to rallies to lectures, there is no denying that DuPage County has had more than a few presidential encounters. This program from the DuPage County Historical Museum seeks to explore encounters with presidents, vice presidents, and presidential candidates through artifacts such as photos, speeches, and memorabilia. Registration required. Click here to register: https://winfield.librarycalendar.com/events/month/2025/01

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0N555 Winfield Road
Winfield, IL
60190

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(630) 510-9053

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