The museum is pleased to announce an addition of new artwork! Catharine Kennedy, a Walldog from Valatia, New York,  creates hand engraved belt buckles. We are excited to have some of her belt buckles in stock!  If you think she stops at buckles, you would be wrong. She has engraved other items such as: knives, planes, and more. Visit her websites to see her other products at: www.CatharineKennedy.com and www.toolengraver.com.

In the mean time, come on into the museum to find a belt buckle to fit your style!

*Custom orders are available! Talk to the manager for details.*

We are pleased to announce that Don Smith of Minonk, Illinois, is now selling his beautiful handcrafted wooden bowls and candlesticks in the museum! They are created from different types of wood, come in various sizes, and are one-of-a-kind. Don has even created a large wooden dip bowl for all of the bbq’ers out there! Come to the Museum to see the new art addition!

The International & museum is pleased to introduce you to King B Signs & Wonders – a wonderful company offering very unique hand painted signs available for purchase!

King B Signs & Wonders is located in New Lenox, IL.  They specialize in hand painted/hand lettered vintage style wood signs using time honored techniques.  Most of their signs are expertly distressed to create the impression of an actual antique sign.  A large percentage of their signs are constructed with recycled, weathered wood.

Originally, their vast array of styles reflected the art of American signs from 1869-1969.  Recently, they had a customer request that they design and hand paint a sign that appeared to be “new” for the period correct time frame of 1846 as he does living history reenactments for that century and decade.  He was quite happy and very satisfied with his period correct double sided sign for his 1846 “Contract Undertakers” business.  They enjoy the creative challenges of designing a one of kind sign for their customers, whether it is an accurate hand painted image from a old photograph or providing a period correct design to suit a customer’s passion.  They have also had numerous custom order requests for hand painted signs depicting more modern topics.  King B Signs & Wonders is also a great source for restaurant interior designers in need of retro themed decorative signs.

King B Signs was established 1981.  Sign designing, hand lettering and painted illustrations are their passion.  They enjoy the design process and creating something that produces a joyful response when seen by the customer and/or the gift recipient, (please visit the “testimonial” page on their website – https://www.kingbsigns.com/).  Many of their signs become treasured heirlooms that will be passed down to the next generation.

King B Signs designs and hand paints what you are passionate about.  King B Signs makes unique, unexpected, heartfelt gifts for birthdays, anniversaries, garage or business dedications, group gifts, Christmas, or any occasion where you would like to give a special, one of a kind gift.  Check out their website https://www.kingbsigns.com/ to view their eclectic portfolio of vintage, retro and antique style wood signs they offer for sale or call (815) 263-1546 for more information.

“We are very thankful for our customers, our God given talents, the International & museum, and the kind townsfolk of Pontiac, IL for their enthusiasm and continuing support” says King B Signs.

Route 66 Photographer, Michael Campanelli, shares the unique gift of images along the Mother Road.

Week #1: Photographer, Michael Campanelli

Being a  Detroit, Michigan native and having access to all the different museums has been a key contributor in     Michael Campanili’s rising interest in photography. Mr. Campanelli  now resides in Eagle Point, Oregon, where he is married with three sons. He has made travel along the Mother Road numerous times  and has taken thousands of photos along the way. If someone would have asked Mr. Campanelli what his hobbies consisted of he would of  said  hockey but now without hesitation it is Route 66.  Michael Campanelli doesn’t consider himself to be a  photographer and uses the  reactions  that he gets from individuals as inspiration to  continue taking photos.

He loves being out on the road, and having the freedom to do what he wants to do, when he wants to do it. Intriguing  is the one word Michael would use to describe his work. The advice he would give someone that would be interested in becoming a photographer is to use film and stay away from digital. Also always use a tripod to capture steady and in-depth pictures of the field. The most difficult part about being an photographer is never having enough daylight to get all photos he would like to get.

Week #1: Michael Campanelli

Article Composed by: Museum Intern, Janay Barrett

Happy Holidays from the Mural Museum! To celebrate this festive season, several of the artists consigning their artwork  in the museum are having special holiday art sales! We are pleased to announce that sales  include 10% - 20% off of select artwork and even a “Buy 2, Get 1 Free” individual artist sale! If you’re looking for that unique, special gift, check out the Mural Museum! And  don’t forget you can also order personalized signs (even Christmas signs!) from Walldog Artist Mike Battistello. The museum is open 7 days a week. Winter Hours include: Monday – Friday: 10am-5pm; Saturday – Sunday: 10am – 4pm.

If you haven’t visited the International & museum lately you may be missing out on the consignment art rooms which hold a variety of different types of visual art that is all for sale. The art has been created by local & Walldog artists, and comes in a variety of shapes and prices. Soon we will be displaying the art on this website. If you are interested in purchasing any of this art please feel free to stop by the museum or use our contact form.