The Kenilworth Historical Society’s exhibitions document the lives, architecture and culture of the community.
View our current exhibits below or explore the variety of past exhibits and online exhibits that delve into the long and rich history of Kenilworth, IL.
Kenilworth Centennial Homes, 1889-1924
Exhibit Opens Sunday, April 21, 2024 Our current exhibition, Kenilworth Centennial Homes, 1889-1924, explores the historyof Kenilworth’s oldest homes built from the 1890s through the 1920s. Kenilworth is almost entirely a village of private residences. Since its founding in 1889, Kenilworth has been a desirable place to build or purchase a home and raise […]
History and Development of Kenilworth
Permanent Exhibition “History and Development of Kenilworth” is a permanent exhibition at the Kenilworth Historical Society that was opened in 2021. This exhibition serves as a comprehensive introduction to the village’s rich history. In addition to detailed text panels with historical images, visitors will find interactive touchscreen displays for a hands-on approach to exploring local […]