Skip to main content

Search the middle of everything...

Shedd Aquarium

Hieronymus Mueller Museum

420 W. Eldorado St., Decatur, IL 62521

Museums

Located on Mueller Company grounds, the museum celebrates the accomplishments of inventor Hieronymus Mueller, Decatur's "Unsung Genius" and holder of over 500 patents.

The Mueller Museum celebrates the life and legacy of Hieronymus Mueller, who emigrated from Germany to Decatur, Illinois, and founded several business concerns, including Mueller Co., which still exists today and produces many of the original signature Mueller products, namely water pressure valves and the iconic fire hydrants that we see in nearly every American town and city. Among the expanded facility's treasures: The seventh of only eight cars manufactured by Mueller!

What's happening nearby...

Forever Janis - Janis Joplin Musical Tribute Act at the Decatur Civic Center

Decatur Civic Center •  Oct 04 @ 8PM

Experience the powerful, soulful energy of Janis Joplin with Forever Janis, a tribute celebrating her unforgettable blues-rock vocals and iconic legacy.

Read more about Forever Janis - Janis Joplin Musical Tribute Act at the Decatur Civic Center

Shoreline Classic

Nelson Park •  Oct 03 – Oct 05 @ 7:30AM

Lace up for the 36th Annual DRC Shoreline Classic!

Read more about Shoreline Classic

Ace Frehley at the Lincoln Square Theater

Lincoln Square Theater •  Oct 10 @ 7PM

Get ready for an explosive night of rock as legendary guitarist Ace Frehley, founding member of KISS, takes the stage with special guests SIIN—a hard-hitting rock…

Read more about Ace Frehley at the Lincoln Square Theater

You might also be interested...

Governor Oglesby Mansion

Decatur

Read more about Governor Oglesby Mansion

Macon County History Museum

Decatur

The Prairie Years and Victorian Era in Central Illinois come to life in exhibits at the Macon County History Museum!

Read more about Macon County History Museum

Governor Oglesby Mansion History Museum

Decatur

Experience a piece of Decatur, IL history with a tour of this amazingly restored mansion.

Read more about Governor Oglesby Mansion History Museum

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Get inspired by top travel stories, gain access to exclusive promotions and contests, and discover even more reasons to #EnjoyIllinois.