Children's Museums
Sock Monkey Museum
📍 210 Robert Parker Coffin Rd, Long Grove, IL 60047🕐 Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 12–4 PM |
| Friday | 12–4 PM |
| Saturday | 12–5 PM |
| Sunday | 12–4 PM |
About Sock Monkey Museum
Sock Monkey Museum is a children's museum in Long Grove, IL. The museum houses over 2,000 vintage handmade sock monkeys displayed across two floors in creative settings including on roofs, in trees, on ceilings, and hanging from chandeliers. Rated 5 out of 5 stars by 221 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Collection
- Guinness World Record certified largest collection of handmade Sock Monkeys (2,000+ pieces)
- Best For
- All ages
- Highlights
- Sock Monkey displays across two floors, Sock Monkey history, sewing workshop
- Interactive Experience
- Sew your own Sock Monkey workshop
- Location
- Long Grove village with historic cobblestone walkways
💡 Did You Know?
- The museum houses over 2,000 vintage handmade sock monkeys displayed across two floors in creative settings including on roofs, in trees, on ceilings, and hanging from chandeliers
- Visitors can participate in an interactive workshop experience where they sew their own sock monkey in a Mayberry-themed Sewing Room
- A portion of entrance fees supports Burrito, a real chimpanzee, combining the museum's entertainment mission with animal welfare support
- The museum features exhibits on the history of Rockford Red Heel Socks and the evolution of socks through the ages, providing historical context beyond just the sock monkey collectibles
💬 What Visitors Say
- Look up and around in all directions – sock monkeys are displayed on multiple levels including on roofs, in trees, on ceilings, and hanging from chandeliers, so don't just scan at eye level
- Plan to participate in the interactive sock monkey sewing workshop in the Mayberry-themed Sewing Room – reviewers highlight this as a memorable hands-on experience that complements the museum exhibits
- The admission fee is extremely affordable and a portion supports Burrito, a real chimp sanctuary, making this a budget-friendly outing with a charitable benefit
- Visit on special occasions like National Sock Monkey Day or birthday celebrations of featured monkeys for unique events and commemorative experiences
- Bring a scavenger hunt mindset and explore both floors thoroughly – the museum offers over 2,000 vintage handmade sock monkeys in various creative settings and displays
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