Franklin County 1910s Garage Museum - Benton (IL)

1 /5 Mark Hickman: We made an effort to come to the museum during their posted hours of operation. The door was locked and no messages were posted. We called but bo one answered so we left a voicemail. Someone finally called from the Chamber of Commerce several hours later. I was really looking forward to seeing the museum but wasnt able to wait around for them all afternoon. If you cant keep your posted hours of operation you shouldnt have them posted.

5 /5 M. A. Drake: This little museum is an out-of-the-way gem. I highly recommend taking the time to stop and learn a bit of history.

5 /5 Henry Sledgehammers: Amazing place loved all the antiques even got the kids interested they’re never usually interested in museums but they loved this we took their cousins loved it too and they’re friends and the friends parents had a great time and I enjoyed it too it’s a local Benton gem.

5 /5 Justin Dake: If youre into Brass Era cars, petroliana, and even bootlegging and gang history, this is a must-see! The guide told me the shop is largely the same as they found it after it had been operational from the early teens into the late 1990s. Belts, plugs, and even brass fire extinguishers are still hanging on the wall! This is one of the most original garage spaces Ive seen yet, with some rare signage and mechanics tools of the period. Its definitely worth a stop if youre into anything automotive.