Birks Museum

DECATUR. Housed in Millikin's Gorin Hall, Birks Museum displays more than 1000 examples of antique European and Asian furniture and decorative items. The majority were donated by Florence and Jenna Birks, alumni of Millikin University. In addition to its permanent collection, the museum hosts temporary exhibits each academic year that highlight everything from classic automobile hood ornaments to 16th-century china. Call ahead to schedule a group tour of the facility.