Our Crete area history – past and future.
Coming Soon – Crete Historical Museum
The Crete Area Historical Society has been around for several decades, and we are happy to finally have a permanent place to call home at the old Crete Congregational Church located right in downtown Crete. We are in the process of restoring this local landmark and former antique store to serve as a museum and community gathering place. Please check back for more information about updates regarding our progress. Click below to listen to interview on WBBM Radio.
Cemetary Walk
Tim Piepenbrink and Ryan Martin of the Crete Historical Society, give talk at the the Adams Cemetery guided walk on took about 1 ½ hr. This is the cemetery that’s on the north side of Exchange just west of the RR tracks. The earliest dated grave goes back to 1844.
Click below to watch video.
Underground Railroad
It is essential that the members of our society become aware of their heritage and history. One of the ways we teach about the old ways is through talks. This particular talk was organized at the Crete Public Library. Click link below to watch.
