The Pontiac City Hall and Fire Station is a historic building located at 110 W. Howard St. in Pontiac, Illinois, which served as both Pontiac's city hall and fire station. The building was constructed in 1900 to replace an 1883 building which also served as both a city hall and a fire station. Architect John H. Barnes designed the building in the Romanesque Revival style. Though built as a single building, the city hall and fire station are separated on the interior; a bell tower connects the two buildings. The building housed both Pontiac's city government and fire protection services until 1986.The building was added to the National Register of Historic Places on August 16, 1990.Pontiac Museum ComplexThe building is now home to several museums and themed exhibits, which are collectively known as the Pontiac Museum Complex.Route 66 Association of Illinois Hall of Fame and MuseumThe Route 66 Association of Illinois Hall of Fame and Museum features memorabilia related to U.S. Route 66, one of the original highways within the U.S. Highway System. Displays include photos, signs, license plates, and the VW van of Route 66 artist Bob Waldmire.International Walldog Mural and Sign Art MuseumThe International Walldog Mural and Sign Art Museum focuses on the history and art of outdoor murals and signs. Pontiac features many outdoor murals.Livingston County War MuseumThe Livingston County War Museum features artifacts, films, books, uniforms and weapons from 20th and 21st century conflicts involving the United States.
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