Automotive museums in Illinois

Located in an old firehouse, pretty interesting displays are inside. Don't forget to check out the Route 66 shield in the back of building!

The Pontiac City Hall and Fire Station is a significant historical site located at 110 W. Howard St. in Pontiac, Illinois. This building, which was constructed in 1900, served dual roles as both the city hall and fire station for Pontiac. It is an architectural marvel designed by John H. Barnes in the Romanesque Revival style. The building, although constructed as a single entity, has separate interiors for the city hall and fire station, connected by a bell tower. It served as the hub for Pontiac's city government and fire protection services until 1986.

The Volo Museum, originally known as the Volo Auto Museum, was established in 1960 by the Grams family. It is located in the Chicago suburb of Volo, Illinois, and serves as both an automobile museum and a collector car dealer. This unique combination allows visitors to not only appreciate the beauty and history of the vehicles on display but also the opportunity to purchase a piece of automotive history.

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