McHenry Landmark Commission

McHenry Landmark Commission We strive to promote the city's heritage for our future generations.

The purpose of this page is to provide information about McHenry's history and heritage while sharing stories of our landmarks that made McHenry what it is today.

🏫SCHOOL DAYS 📖 PART 5These yearbook pages are of the McHenry High School graduating Seniors, Class of 1926. Do you rec...
06/08/2026

🏫SCHOOL DAYS 📖
PART 5
These yearbook pages are of the McHenry High School graduating Seniors, Class of 1926. Do you recognize anyone? Check out those nicknames!
The newspaper article highlights the subject matter a typical student would experience at McHenry High School in the 1920s.

**THEN and NOW**PEARL STREET BRIDGEThe 1½-lane trestle bridge spanning the Fox River was built in 1881. For many years,...
06/07/2026

**THEN and NOW**
PEARL STREET BRIDGE
The 1½-lane trestle bridge spanning the Fox River was built in 1881. For many years, it served as the primary route into downtown McHenry and offered one of the best vantage points for watching the boat races that were often featured during summer festivals. In 1977, the historic bridge was replaced with a sturdier concrete structure designed to accommodate wider vehicles and provide two full traffic lanes across the river.

⭐️LETTERS/ CERTIFICATES OF APPRECIATION PROGRAM⭐️We are pleased to announce a monthly recognition program celebrating th...
06/04/2026

⭐️LETTERS/ CERTIFICATES OF APPRECIATION PROGRAM⭐️
We are pleased to announce a monthly recognition program celebrating the dedication of McHenry property owners who help preserve our community’s character.

Each month, the McHenry Landmark Commission will award Letters of Appreciation and Certificates of Recognition to owners of homes and businesses whose efforts in preservation, restoration, and thoughtful maintenance contribute to the beauty and heritage of McHenry.

Recognition is not limited to designated historic landmarks. Owners of any McHenry home or business that demonstrate exceptional preservation, restoration, or maintenance efforts will be considered.

Through these improvements, they are not only caring for their properties but also helping to protect and enhance the legacy of our community for future generations.

Awwww, no guesses for this "WHERE IN McHENRY?" Photo #30 Well, here is the ANSWER.This old fence is actually perched o...
06/04/2026

Awwww, no guesses for this "WHERE IN McHENRY?"
Photo #30
Well, here is the ANSWER.
This old fence is actually perched on the roof of the little red building at 1212 Green Street.
It was a great suggestion sent in by Tina Kathleen. Thank you, Tina!

🏫SCHOOL DAYS 📚PART 4Continuing this fun series, we'll take a look back in time at our McHenry schools and the students w...
06/02/2026

🏫SCHOOL DAYS 📚
PART 4
Continuing this fun series, we'll take a look back in time at our McHenry schools and the students who attended them.
Who knows?? -- You might spot a photo of a friend, a family member, or yourself!
Names of people are provided (if available) in the photo caption.

** "WHERE IN McHENRY?" **PHOTO #30This week's installment was suggested by one of our Followers, Tina Kathleen!She thou...
06/01/2026

** "WHERE IN McHENRY?" **
PHOTO #30
This week's installment was suggested by one of our Followers, Tina Kathleen!
She thought it would be a good challenge, and we agree! Thanks, Tina Kathleen!
So, do you know where this old fence is located in McHenry?
Be as specific as you can.
The Answer will be revealed on Thursday. :)

Thank you to those of you who stopped by our tent during Pearl Street Market tonight! It was such a pleasure chatting w...
05/29/2026

Thank you to those of you who stopped by our tent during Pearl Street Market tonight! It was such a pleasure chatting with you. The food trucks smelled amazing! The bands were hoppin'!! We had a great time!!
We'll be at Pearl Street Market again on Thursday, June 25th from 5:00-7:30 p.m. with new displays. Be sure to stop by and learn more cool stuff about McHenry's history.

"Preserving our past for future generations."

We're here and all set up! Come visit us next to the INFORMATION tent!!
05/28/2026

We're here and all set up! Come visit us next to the INFORMATION tent!!

Wait no further!Here is the ANSWER to "WHERE IN McHENRY?"PHOTO #29This decorative lighting sconce is one of two fixture...
05/27/2026

Wait no further!
Here is the ANSWER to "WHERE IN McHENRY?"
PHOTO #29
This decorative lighting sconce is one of two fixtures that are at the front of the tiny building next to the 1970s City Hall along Boone Creek (across the street from Buddyz).
Notice it is not attached to the old City Hall building.
That's because it was not built when the 1970s City Hall building was constructed. This tiny building is pictured on the 1922 Sanborn Map and the 1933 Sanborn Map (thanks, Tom!). So, it has been there for quite some time!
But, WHAT WAS IT????
According to our very own McHenry City Planner, this building was an old well reservoir, now abandoned (thanks, Cody!).

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333 S. Green Street
McHenry, IL
60050

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(815) 363-2100

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