Westville Depot & Historical Museum

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Frank Gabehart and Gary Delhaye teamed up with this new idea for the Westville Depot. Once given the photos, Frank desig...
06/23/2026

Frank Gabehart and Gary Delhaye teamed up with this new idea for the Westville Depot. Once given the photos, Frank designed and cut out the coal miners. Then the miners were given a coat of black and added weight to the backside plus a solid base to aid in mounting and protection against wind and other elements. Here are the first two Coal Miners that were built for the Depot. Frank always does great work anytime he is called upon. A third miner is coming soon. All miners were donated anonymously.

The Westville Historical Society, Depot and Museum proudly announces the release of its new hometown Calendar. Westvill...
06/11/2026

The Westville Historical Society, Depot and Museum proudly announces the release of its new hometown Calendar. Westville, connecting the past to the present. Wonderful photos, family, and business ads for all to enjoy. This calendar is 28 months long and is on sale now for $20. Calendars are now available at the Westville Public Library Latoz Hardware and at the depot museum. You may also contact me or other members of the committee if you need other arrangements. We will also mail calendars, including all mailing fees. These calendars will go fast so get your copy today.

The Historical Westville Depot and Museum has been getting ready to partner with The Westville Freedom Celebration by ho...
06/11/2026

The Historical Westville Depot and Museum has been getting ready to partner with The Westville Freedom Celebration by hosting two open houses. This Friday from 3-6pm and Saturday 9:00am -1:00pm. Come visit us as we celebrate our rich coal mining history and other artifacts on display as we honor the Bicentennial of Vermilion County and our Country’s 250th Anniversary.

I have delivered a supply of these limited 2026 Westville Freedom Celebration Medallions to Latoz Hardware and The Westv...
05/31/2026

I have delivered a supply of these limited 2026 Westville Freedom Celebration Medallions to Latoz Hardware and The Westville Public Library. I also have these available and they will also be at The Westville Depot and Museum. These Medallions are round and measure 3 inches. This one of a kind item recognizes Westville’s Freedom Celebration, The Bicentennial of Vermilion County and Our Country’s 250th Anniversary. They are $5.00 each. All proceeds to The Westville Historical Depot and Museum. Thank you for your support.

The Westville Depot and Historical Museum is offering this 3 inch disc commemorating our freedom celebration, the Bicent...
05/24/2026

The Westville Depot and Historical Museum is offering this 3 inch disc commemorating our freedom celebration, the Bicentennial celebration of Vermilion County and our country’s 250th Anniversary. Limited supply. $5.00 each. Add this historical piece to your collection. We will have these at the depot and will ask The Westville Public library and Latoz Hardware to be an outlet for us.

Presenting our new mural at the Westville Depot and Museum. Westville, Illinois was established in 1873, Westville tran...
05/23/2026

Presenting our new mural at the Westville Depot and Museum. Westville, Illinois was established in 1873, Westville transformed from a quiet agricultural settlement into a booming coal mining powerhouse in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Our committee wanted to capture the rich heritage of our coal mining history and rail transportation from the early steam engine days. The region's rich coal reserves attracted thousands of immigrants, creating a multi-ethnic melting pot that heavily influenced the town's culture. This is how Westville became known as The Melting Pot of Nations. Coal mining began in the area around 1880, but the industry truly boomed starting in 1885 when Mike Kelly opened multiple coal mines in Westville and surrounding areas of Grape Creek, Hawbuck and Belgium. The Railroad Connection once thrived in our village. The Chicago and Eastern Illinois (C&EI) rail line extended through Westville to transport coal, sparking rapid population growth and linking the town directly to Chicago's industrial markets. This mural is a gift to Westville for all to enjoy. Painted by local artist Mike Harper from Art As A Mission.

Westville announces the Historic Depot and Museum special open house schedule during Westville’s Freedom Celebration Eve...
04/12/2026

Westville announces the Historic Depot and Museum special open house schedule during Westville’s Freedom Celebration Event. Westville will be helping Vermilion County celebrate it 200th Year Bicentennial in June of this year. Please make plans to stop by the Westville Depot and Museum, hosted by the Westville Historical Society to see what we have on display. Westville is known as the Melting Pot of Nations. Come celebrate with us and learn about Westville’s Railroad and Coal Mining Heritage on Friday, June 12th from 3:00 PM until 6:00 PM and again on Saturday, June 13th from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. We plan to have a couple Coal Mining interpreters, local history on display, a chance to look at our historic murals, cold cars, and take a guided or self historical tour through the depot. We will also have memorabilia for sale as well as our new Westville calendar. The Westville Depot is also now part of Vermilion County’s new Coal Heritage Trail. Come take a trip down memory lane. Step into history inside the Westville Historic Train Depot during Vermilion County’s Bicentennial Celebration in Westville June 12th and 13th. The Westville Depot always appreciates everyone’s support.

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211 S. State Street
Westville, IL
61883

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2pm - 4pm

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