We've all been there... it is the middle of winter and cabin fever starts to settle in. You'd like to go out but you are not sure if there are even anything to do during the winter time.
Well all it takes is a little bit of research and you can definitely have a great winter season. Additionally, we like to do these activities during the day time so we are in bed by 9:00pm. You get to have a date and you are home by bed time... WIN WIN!
Welcome to our Winter Day Date series!
We usually plan our day dates on Saturdays and leave Georgia at Dave's house for day care so she is home alone while we explore. We start around 9:00 am and we are usually done with the attractions by lunch.
Demoulin Museum
Nestled in the heart of Greenville, Illinois, the Demoulin Museum stands as a testament to the fascinating history of the Demoulin Brothers & Company, a unique and influential organization that left an indelible mark on the local community. Join me as we step back in time and uncover the captivating history behind this intriguing museum.
The story of the Demoulin Museum begins with the Demoulin Brothers & Company, a pioneering enterprise founded in 1892 by the Demoulin family. Originally established as a manufacturer of lodge regalia, the company soon expanded its repertoire to include band uniforms, costumes, and other attire for fraternal organizations, bands, and circuses.
Visitors to the Demoulin Museum are treated to a diverse collection of artifacts, costumes, and historical items that showcase the evolution of the Demoulin Brothers & Company over the decades. From intricately designed lodge regalia to the notorious initiation devices, each exhibit narrates a chapter of the company's history and its impact on American fraternal culture.
The Demoulin Museum in Illinois offers a captivating journey through time, unveiling the legacy of the Demoulin Brothers & Company and its profound impact on American fraternal traditions. Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply curious about the unique world of lodge regalia and initiation ceremonies, a visit to the Demoulin Museum promises an enriching and immersive experience into a bygone era.
As we were leaving the museum our truck stalled.
We asked the host of the museum if there is a car shop near by that can give us a jump. Unfortunately there was not any so we had started to call our insurance company to look for a a shop for us but the museum's owner actually drove to us and gave us a jump. Super nice people!
Highland Diner
After Demoulin museum we were ready for breakfast... it is really lunch time but we like having breakfast food for lunch on weekends so we headed to Highland Diner in Highland, IL. They do not have any vegan option but they were able to make me a veggie omelette and it was very good. Service was excellent!
Soul Asylum Museum
Nestled within the historic and allegedly haunted Mineral Springs Mall in Alton, Illinois, the Soul Asylum, formerly known as the Curiosity Museum, beckons those with a taste for the peculiar and the eerie. A captivating wonder of the bizarre, this unique exhibit showcases over 1,000 relics that span the realms of history, information, and the downright spooky. Join me as we delve into the macabre mysteries housed within the walls of the most haunted small town in America
Step into a world where the peculiar meets the extraordinary. The Soul Asylum invites you to explore exhibits featuring an array of topics, from torture devices and dark local and world history to the chilling tales of notorious serial killers. This museum is not for the faint of heart; it promises an encounter with the unsettling and the unknown.
The Soul Asylum in Alton, IL, invites the adventurous and the curious to embark on a journey through the strange and the macabre. In this extraordinary museum, history, curiosity, and a touch of the supernatural converge to create an experience that lingers long after you've left.
What do you think of the day date in winter idea? Would you go to one? Would you visit rural Illinois? I hope so! You'll never know what you would discover
TTYL!