Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum

411 Kent St, Rockford, Illinois 61102 USA

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“time capsule of life during the Victorian Era”

Filled with original furnishings, artwork, diaries, clothing and household items, the Cottage is a rich time capsule of life during the Victorian Era. The Cottage is also one of only a handful of Swiss-style homes remaining in the United States. Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum and Gardens preserves, protects and interprets Rockford's authentic history, heritage and culture to promote community and economic vitality.

Reviewed by
Dominique S.

June 08, 2017

The Tinker Swiss Cottage is a jewel. The staff/volunteers were wonderful. The house is beautiful and 95%+ of the original belongings still in place. As a museum person this made my day.... Read more

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Beez N.

October 19, 2020

What a hidden gem! I took a couple of teenagers for an impromptu visit. The tour is amazing because the stories that remain in those walls are intact and on display. It took us 1 hour and half... Read more

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James R.

November 05, 2013

Tinker Swiss Cottage is a hidden Gem in the middle of Rockford. The house is filled with Victorian era furnishings, artwork, clothing and everyday items that one wouldn't normally see in one... Read more

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