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5 Museums to Explore in Champaign County

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Champaign County
Champaign County, Illinois is an expansive and diverse county with a population of over 200,000. Founded in 1833, it was originally used as a trading post by many migrating pioneers to the Midwest. Today, Champaign County is home to a variety of notable establishments, attractions and points of interest. From bustling downtown Urbana to University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - the state's flagship university - to the colourful suburban lifestyles of Mahomet and St. Joseph. The county also bo

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Museums to Explore in Champaign County

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Champaign County History Museum at the Historic Cattle Bank
This Museum at the Historic Cattle Bank offers a unique peek into the community's past and present. Located in a renovated brick structure that traces its roots back to 1858, the museum is full of educational and interactive displays featuring artifacts, photographs, timelines and more that explore the community's history. Through an exciting array of interactive activities, visitors can become virtually immersed in key turning points in time as they learn about life in 19th-century Illinois.
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Japan House, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Japan House at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is an oasis of tranquility and beauty for the students and people of Champaign county. The cultural center provides a unique opportunity to experience the traditions, art, and daily life of Japan in a breathtaking setting of Japanese gardens and koi ponds. Visitors can explore Japanese painting, flower arrangement, calligraphy, tea ceremony, chopstick making, and many other activities led by experts from around the world.
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Krannert Art Museum
The Krannert Art Museum has become a staple fixture for art lovers around the area. Boasting an impressive two-story facility containing countless modern, contemporary, and historical works from international locations, it is easy to see why this particular museum is so highly regarded. Special exhibitions regularly take place in both the East and West Galleries while their permanent collections feature unique pieces from both creative and experimental artists.
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Sousa Archives and Center for American Music
The Sousa Archives and Center for American Music is a one-of-a-kind resource offering invaluable insight into the history of music in the United States. Named after legendary bandmaster John Philip Sousa, this archive has an impressive collection of manuscripts, sound recordings, and print materials which documents the development of music from the nineteenth century to present day.
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Spurlock Museum
This beautiful museum has been around since it was founded in 1867 and it still remains an anchor of culture today. Featuring galleries filled with artifacts and art from all over the world, the Spurlock Museum offers something for everyone. In addition to its permanent collection, there are also regularly rotating exhibitions showcasing specific topics. These rotating exhibitions often have interactive elements that allow visitors to experience different cultures in a way.

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