Clayson House Museum & Library

224 E. Palatine Rd • Palatine, Illinois 60067 • 847.991.6460

George H. Clayson House Museum & Library

Clayson House was constructed as a residence in 1873 by George Clayson, a nurseryman who served on the Palatine Village Board. It has been jointly owned by the Palatine Park and Library Districts since 1976, and is the home of the Palatine Historical Society. Its restoration was undertaken as a bicentennial project by the citizens of Palatine Township and the Palatine Historical Society. Clayson House was placed on the National Register of Historic Places on March 21, 1979 and open to the public on October 7, 1979.

Palatine Historical Society

Palatine Historical Society is dedicated to the collection, preservation and exhibition of local history and memorabilia. The Palatine Historical Society offers a variety of meetings and special events throughout the year including a Holiday Open House, Victorian Teas, and a Cemetery Walk.

Contact

For tour and educational program information, call Museum Desk at 847.991.6460.