History Makers Gala

The 2026 History Makers Gala will be held on the evening of Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at Illinois State University’s Brown Ballroom located in the Bone Student Center. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with the program beginning at 6:15 p.m. The 2026 Class of History Makers will be announced in a Reveal Press Conference in the Museum’s Governor Fifer Courtroom at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, April 1st. Tickets and table sponsorships will be available for purchase at that time.

Questions? Call 309-827-0428 or contact the development office.

Nominate a History Maker for our 2027 Gala

McLean County has no shortage of people who have dedicated their lives to making our community a better place to live.

History Maker nominees do not have to be wealthy, prominent, or easily recognized. They do need to have a significant story to tell: perhaps it is one of service to their country and community; maybe it is a successful career, whether in a trade, business, profession, or social service; or maybe their family together has left a lasting legacy for McLean County.