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Decatur Attorney Loves History
June 29, 2020
Learn more about Decatur and Hieronymus Mueller’s history in this short video by Gary Geisler!
Herald & Review: Mueller Breaks Fresh Ground
Herald & Review, October 29, 2019
WAND-TV: Discovering Central Illinois
WAND-TV, October 23, 2019
Herald & Review: Benefits Still Flow from Mueller’s Legacy
Herald & Review, August 8, 2019
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.
Herald & Review: Mueller’s Inventions Still Significant
Herald & Review, September 22, 2017
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.
Recent News
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.
Mueller Museum Launching Public Online Survey for Long-Term Exhibit Planning
All Central Illinois residents are invited to complete a short online survey to help the Hieronymus Mueller Museum with long-term exhibit planning. In the survey, you’ll get to see images from the museum’s collection and rate them based on how interesting they are to you! Complete the survey by Friday, October 13.
Hieronymus Mueller Museum Offering Free Admission to Jumpstart Planning for New Exhibit
Central Illinois residents and visitors are invited to explore the Hieronymus Mueller Museum free of charge this summer! The museum is offering free admission to anyone who completes a short survey about their visit during May, June, and July 2023.
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.
Decatur Attorney Loves History
June 29, 2020
Learn more about Decatur and Hieronymus Mueller’s history in this short video by Gary Geisler!
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