Where to park in Uptown Normal

Uptown Normal is certainly a happening place to be. You can’t walk or drive around this area without noticing many great projects that are in the works. While all the progress will ultimately result in new restaurants, a five-star hotel, new shopping destinations, and a revitalized Uptown, there are certain growing pains that must be dealt with in the short term.

A significant growing pain for Museum visitors is the temporary lack of parking. Once the 20 odd spaces in the lot immediately adjacent to the Museum and on-street parking spaces are filled, we are directing visitors to the following parking options:

·        There is a small parking lot across the street from the Museum, directly to the north. This lot offers two hour parking.

·        Parkinson Street Lot: This parking lot is adjacent to the Amtrak station and has been designated as public parking and is especially convenient to Museum visitors. Simply drive east on Beaufort; turn right (south) on Linden, go over the railroad tracks; and then turn right (west) on Parkinson St. The public is welcome to park in any non-signed spaces for up to three hours. Click here for a map [PDF].

·        Coming Summer 2008! A new 600 spot parking deck is due to open soon and can be found north of the museum. Parking rates will apply – stay tuned for details.