Winnebago Community Historical Society

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Winnebago IL History

Welcome to the Winnebago Community Historical  Society

We are dedicated to collecting, preserving, and interpreting the history of the Winnebago, Illinois area--the Village of Winnebago, Winnebago Township, and surrounding townships. We focus on the Winnebago Town Hall, the Winnebago Area Local History Collection, local history programs, fundraising events, and community involvement.

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Winnebago Community Historical Society
Meet Me at the Town Hall Annual Garage Sale Winnebago Town Hall 116 S. Benton Street

Support the renovation of our historic Town Hall!

The Winnebago Community Historical Society is accepting donations of gently used children’s clothing, toys & games, decorative items, furnishings, books, DVDs, working small appliances and tools, collectibles, outdoor items, etc. Please—no adult clothing, TVs, refrigerators, or non-working appliances or equipment.

Donation drop-off:
June 13th 9 am-noon
June 15th – 16th 9 am-7 pm.
Limited local pick-up or other donation drop-off times may be available by contacting Denise at 815-222-9994.

Volunteer—Work the Sale Work one or more 2-hour shifts before, during, or after the sale.

Shop the Sale!
Thursday, June 18th, 8 am-5 pm
Friday, June 19th, 8 am-5 pm
Saturday, June 20th, 8 am-3 pm
All items are priced to sell! Half-price on Saturday!

All proceeds support the maintenance and renovation of our beloved Town Hall. 

Help Support the Town Hall Renovation Project

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