The Smithsonian Journeys to Sycamore
Journey Stories examines the intersection between modes of travel and Americans’ desire to feel free to move. The story is diverse and focused on immigration, migration, innovation, and freedom. It is accounts of immigrants coming in search of promise in a new country; stories of individuals and families relocating in search of fortune, their own homestead, or employment; the harrowing journeys of Africans and Native Americans forced to move; and, of course, fun and frolic on the open road.
What makes the exhibit even more interesting is how our local community relates to the broad themes. “It was fun to see how examples of Sycamore’s and the surrounding community stories history fit in with national trends. Especially when looking at transportation - we are all literally all connected.” Donahoe continued.
The Sycamore History Museum is open starting May 31. Hours will be Tuesday - Saturday 10:00 - 4:00 and Sundays from 1:00 - 4:00. Admission is $5 for adults, free for children under 14, and $4 for groups of 10 or more.
1730 N. Main Street, Sycamore, IL 60178
Phone: 815-895-5762
http://www.sycamorehistory.org/smithjourney.htm
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