The Caboose was built in the Aurora, Illinois C.B. & Q (Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad) shops in 1918. It was used on the Fox River Line for 56 years. The Caboose was moved to Lyon Farm in 1974. 2018 marks the 100th birthday of this caboose.
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C.B. & Q Caboose -Lyon Farm Museum Complex
The Caboose was built in the Aurora, Illinois C.B. & Q (Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad) shops in 1918. It was used on the Fox River Line for 56 years. The Caboose was moved to Lyon Farm in 1974. 2018 marks the 100
Yorkville, IL Railroad HistoryCorrigan Store - Lyon Farm Museum Complex
William Corrigan established an independent store known as Corrigan & Sons which operated in Plattville, Illinois from 1919 until the late 1950's. The store carried a general merchandise line, including Oliver farm machinery and agricultural implements.
Yorkville, IL MuseumsSeward Town Hall - Lyon Farm Museum Complex
The Seward Town Hall was built in 1876 and 1877 at a cost of $500.00. It stood on the east bank of Au Sable Creek facing Route 52. In addition to serving as a town hall it was used as a Congregational Church, basketball hall and band practice site. It was moved to Lyon Farm in 1976
Yorkville, IL MuseumsOswego-Fox House - Lyon Farm Museum Complex
The Oswego-Fox House was built in the 1870's by the Fox family, ancestors of the Cutter family from Oswego, Illinois. The house was located 1/2 mile south of Oswego on Route 71. It was moved to Lyon Farm at the Kendall County Historical Society museum complex in 1975
Yorkville, IL Historic HomesThings to do near Yorkville, IL
Apple Canyon Lake Golf Course
Course Access: PublicHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: 2 days...
Letourneau Home Museum
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Johnson's Farmstand and Corn Maze
Great family fun! Groups welcome. Come enjoy our 10 acre corn maze. Special flashlight nights. Call for details. ...
Manteno Golf Club
Course Access: PublicHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 14 days...