The Basketball Museum of Illinois is still in its infancy. But after finally finding a permanent home in Bedford Park’s Wintrust Sports Complex, the architects of the museum’s concept and vision are now doing all they can to bring attention to it while celebrating the state’s passion for basketball.
The mission of the museum, which is an extension of the Illinois Basketball Coaches Association, is to recognize, honor and celebrate the memorable players, coaches, teams, traditions and stories in the long history of Illinois basketball. The goal is to have a shrine dedicated to basketball — at all levels — in Illinois.
