Iroquois County Historical Society Old Courthouse Museum

About Iroquois County Historical Society Old Courthouse Museum

The Iroquois County Historical Society Old Courthouse Museum, located at 103 West Cherry in Watseka, Illinois, is a historic 1866 courthouse that now operates as a museum. The venue provides several rentable spaces for private events, including a chapel (20 guests), Victorian Room (50 guests), Art Room (30 guests), courtroom (150 guests), and an outdoor lawn (200 guests), offering both indoor and outdoor options. The museum is open to the public Monday‑Friday 10 am‑4 pm and the first Sunday of each month 1‑4 pm. Event rentals require contacting the museum for fees and availability.

The facts

Guests

20–200 guests

Setting

Indoor & outdoor

Kind of place

Museum

Last updated

October 2026

On the big wedding guides

• Not listed on WeddingWire (checked October 2026)
• Not listed on Zola (checked October 2026)

How to reach Iroquois County Historical Society Old Courthouse Museum

• Website: iroquoiscountyhistoricalsociety.com
• Phone: (815) 432-2215
• Address: 103 West Cherry

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