I can not give enough praise for the support from Alison Costanzo, Amanda Helfers, Tim Kirsinindas and Lindsay Judd in my research efforts.
Batavia Depot Museum
Saint Charles History Museum
Saint Charles History Museum
Chris Winters, now retired, instructed me on research, followed by Jennifer Putzier's assistance with Sanborn Maps and photos. Now supported by Amber Foster.
Batavia Historical Society
Saint Charles History Museum
Batavia Historical Society
The Batavia Historian was an invaluable resource and permission was given to reproduce many photographs.
Batavia Public Library
Lawrence J. Martin Heritage Center
Batavia Historical Society
George Scheetz and his staff were highly supportive in my days of research. They also provided space for the Tri-City Gas
round-table discussions
Geneva History Museum
Lawrence J. Martin Heritage Center
Lawrence J. Martin Heritage Center
Terry Emma and Jessica Strube hosted a brown bag lunch symposium on the subject of gas stations with all the Tri-City museums presenting.
Lawrence J. Martin Heritage Center
Lawrence J. Martin Heritage Center
Lawrence J. Martin Heritage Center
Laura Chaplin opened the doors and files to the resources for Elburn and other rural Kane County communities.
Studebaker National Museum
Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum
Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum
A great place to visit with a very surprising array of displays. Did you know they were a wagon manufacturer first?
Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum
Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum
Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum
The greatest cars America ever built are on display in the original Art Deco buildings.