Historical Society Board members Pete Caris and John Vevona walk down the steps of the tower that are scheduled to be replaced. | Jon Langham~for Sun-Times Media

The front steps of the Western Springs Historical Museum in the village's Water Tower are scheduled to be replaced soon. | Jon Langham~for Sun-Times Media

Sofia Hannon, 8, of Western Springs types her name on an old Royal manual typewriter that children can play with at the Historical Society of Western Springs. | Jon Langham~for Sun-Times Media

The circular staircase is filled with memorabilia in the museum. | Jon Langham~for Sun-Times Media

The Water Tower on Village Green houses the Historical Society of Western Springs on three floors. | Jon Langham~for Sun-Times Media

The Water Tower on Village Green houses the Historical Society of Western Springs on three floors. | Jon Langham~for Sun-Times Media

Western Springs Historical Society Board members John Vevona and Pete Caris await visitors on the main floor of the museum. | Jon Langham~for Sun-Times Media

The Children's Museum on the third floor of the Water Tower holds items of interest for Jack Hannon, 4, and his sister Sofia, 8, as their grandfather Al Mungai shows them some of the toys. | Jon Langham~for Sun-Times Media