Veterans Memorial Hall and Museum
211 N. Main St., Rockford, IL 61101
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Memorial Hall is a tribute to Rockford citizens who have served in the Armed Forces.
Dedicated in 1903 in ceremonies that included a speech by Teddy Roosevelt, Memorial Hall is a tribute to Rockford citizens who have served in the Armed Forces. Large wall plaques list names of fallen veterans, and cases in the main lobby, side rooms and the lower level display Armed Services artifacts including memories of the Civil War, the World Wars and Camp Grant. The renovated second floor auditorium is used by cultural groups for shows and presentations and is accessible via the elevator.The museum is open to the public Tuesday through Friday 9:00am-4:00pm with docent guided tours on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 11:00am and 1:00pm. Saturday hours and private group tours are availalbe by appointment.
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- Mon: 9:00am – 4:00pm
- Tue: 9:00am – 4:00pm
- Wed: 9:00am – 4:00pm
- Thu: 9:00am – 4:00pm
- Fri: 9:00am – 4:00pm
- Sat: Closed
- Sun: Closed
Open to the public free of charge. Guided tours and weekend visits available by appointment
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