Raupp Museum

The Raupp Museum is a local history museum in Buffalo Grove displaying artifacts that document the area's development since the 1830s. Three interactive gallery spaces showcase different periods and aspects of how the community grew and changed.

The museum began in 1964 when the Raupp family donated their farmhouse to preserve the area's history. A fire in 1972 led to a new building constructed by the Levitt Company, which continues to house the collection today.

The galleries explore German dairy farming families who shaped the area, the presence of indigenous peoples, and how settlers built their lives here. You can see how rural farmland transformed into a suburban community over time.

The museum sits in a public park with free admission for all visitors. The gallery spaces are designed to be interactive, making it easy to explore at your own pace with family or groups.

The lower level features an interactive Town Square exhibit that was redesigned in 2014 to let visitors engage directly with historical elements. This renovation made the space more accessible while keeping the focus on local history artifacts.

Website: http://bgparks.org/facilities/museum.aspx

GPS coordinates: 42.17007,-87.97818

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:00