Evanston History Center
Museums, Historical Sites, and ZoosIllinois, United States11-50 Employees
The Evanston History Center is a local museum and research institution that collects, preserves, and interprets the history of Evanston and its people. It offers tours, exhibits, educational programs, community events, and access to research facilities to make the city's past tangible for residents and visitors. Housed in a National Historic Landmark building that was once the home of U.S. Vice President Charles Gates Dawes, the center's setting underscores its historical focus. For about 125 years, the organization has operated with a community-driven ethos. Based in Evanston, Illinois, the center sits within the museums, historical sites, and zoos sector and serves local residents, researchers, and other history enthusiasts. A recent collaboration with FirstRepair, alongside the Shorefront Legacy Center, supported an event titled Centennial at 1900 Asbury in February 2026.