The Illinois Rock & Roll Museum on Route 66 Logo

The Illinois Rock & Roll Museum on Route 66 is a public charity 501c3 nonprofit organization that exists to preserve the history of musicians and bands with ties to Illinois while educating visitors about our rich music history.

Eligibility Requirements:

Performers  must have first commercial release at least 20 years ago. DJ’s, Radio Stations​, record label or record companies must have been in business at least 20 years prior to nominations.

Current inductees include:

  • REO Speedwagon

  • Chicago

  • Cheap Trick

  • Buddy Guy

  • Muddy Waters

  • Dick Biondi

  • Larry Lujack

  • WLS Radio – AM

  • Ides of March
  • The Buckinghams
  • Chess Records

The Illinois Rock & Roll Museum on Route 66
9 W. Cass Street
Joliet, IL 60432

The Illinois Rock & Roll Museum on Route 66