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Mueller Water Products Donates Thousands of Antique Records and Historic Objects to Hieronymus Mueller Museum

The Hieronymus Mueller Museum is excited to announce that Mueller Water Products generously donated thousands of antique records and historic objects to the museum. Most of the items date from 1900 to 1945. The donation includes antique employee records and original U.S. Patent Letters.

Mueller Museum Will Offer Two More Public Tours Second Saturdays This Spring

See the inside of a Mueller fire hydrant in action during a temporary hands-on exhibit at the Hieronymus Mueller Museum in Decatur, IL. The museum is open every Tuesday through Saturday from 1pm to 4pm.

Hieronymus Mueller Museum Offering New Public Tours Second Saturdays at 2pm

See the inside of a Mueller fire hydrant in action during a temporary hands-on exhibit at the Hieronymus Mueller Museum in Decatur, IL. The museum is open every Tuesday through Saturday from 1pm to 4pm.

Paid Internship at Hieronymus Mueller Museum

This internship is ideal for undergraduate and graduate students interested in beginning a career in the field of history museums. Those who have recently graduated or are otherwise interested in the position may also apply.

Admission Increase Starting Nov. 1

The Hieronymus Mueller Museum will be raising the adult admission rate from $2/adult to $3/adult beginning November 1, 2024.

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WAND-TV: A portrait of the American dream

WAND-TV, November 6, 2017
Hieronymus Mueller moved to the United States in 1832. Through hard work and dedication, Mueller helped change the gas and water industry. Mueller was a German immigrant and an inventor and businessman.

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PBS: Heartland Highways

PBS, January 31, 2014
The Cross at the Crossroads in Effingham is seen by many, and we’ll share the story behind the big symbol. We’ll take you inside the Mueller Family museum in Decatur; started by German immigrant Hieronymus Mueller in the late 1800s, the Mueller Company became famous for fire hydrants, butterfly valves and much more.

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Fire Hydrant Display through February 2025

See the inside of a Mueller fire hydrant in action during a temporary hands-on exhibit at the Hieronymus Mueller Museum in Decatur, IL. The museum is open every Tuesday through Saturday from 1pm to 4pm.

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Mueller Museum Donating Art to Decatur Area Arts Council for Fundraiser

The Hieronymus (HAIR-on-i-mus) Mueller Museum of Decatur, IL is partnering with the Decatur Area Arts Council to showcase a selection of museum founder, Jane Mueller’s personal art collection. The show will be up April 1-23 in the Anne Lloyd Gallery at the Decatur Area Arts Council. All of the art will be for sale, with proceeds supporting the Arts Council. Learn more at DecaturARTS.org.

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