Historical House & Barn
Our Story
The Village of River Grove and the River Grove Historical Commission members have been researching and rebuilding the Italianate-style two-story home located at 8455 W. Grand Avenue in River Grove.
Nearly fully restored, the home serves as a museum featuring the history of River Grove and life in the second half of the 19th century.
The original house consists of a parlor, sitting room, and a bedroom on the first floor along with three bedrooms upstairs. Mr. Buckman added a dining room and a bathroom. Then, at a later date, a kitchen, pantry, and a closet were also added.
Visit Us
Free private guided tours are available but must be scheduled in advance. To schedule a tour, please call Village Hall at 708-453-8000.
2022 Programs and Events
Historical Commission volunteers will be conducting free tours of the Historical House on the first Sunday of the month from 1 pm to 4 pm as follows:
- Sunday, May 1st,2022
- Sunday, June 5th, 2022
- Sunday, July 3rd, 2022
- Sunday, August 7th, 2022
- Sunday, September 4th, 2022
- Sunday, October 2nd, 2022
Imagine life without cell phones, television, radio, or automobiles! How did people ever survive? Take a free tour and learn about life in River Grove in the 1880s.
New volunteers are always welcome and needed.
Items For Sale
- Note & Postcards
- Historical House Cookbook featuring recipes and info collected from many residents over the years
View our Historical House Online
View the Historical House Website
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Michael Prokop
Historical Commission Chairperson
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Village of River Grove
Physical Address
2621 N Thatcher Avenue
River Grove, IL 60171
Phone: 708-453-8000Fax: 708-453-0761
Hours
8 a.m - 4 p.m.
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Saturday