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Honoring the Legacy of the Illinois State Police

Join us in preserving the rich history and traditions of the Illinois State Police. Your support helps us celebrate and honor those who serve and protect our communities.

PRESERVE

Preserve and present the history, evolution, and development of the Illinois State Police.

EDUCATE

Educate the public about the roles, functions & contributions of Illinois State Police civilian & sworn employees.

INSPIRE

Inspire young and diverse people to consider policing as a noble career.

HONOR

Honor the officers & support the families of those who have lost their lives in the service of the state.

News & Events

Who are we? The Illinois State Police Heritage Foundation is a dedicated organization that preserves the history and legacy of the Illinois State Police, educates the public about its vital roles and contributions, inspires future generations to pursue careers in policing, and honors fallen officers while supporting their families.

Are you wondering how you can help?

Donate to our ISP Museum, Memorial Park, injured trooper families, our funds we support and more. Volunteer to help in our gift shop, museum, committees or events. Shop for ISP items in our gift shop. Sponsor our various programs and events. Every contribution helps make a difference!

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Memorial Park

The Memorial Park was created as a tribute to honor the memory of the officers who died in the line of duty. Through this memorial, we preserve their legacies and remember their dedicated service to the people of Illinois. 

Heritage Museum

The Museum is dedicated to preserving the history of the Illinois State Police. A new museum is currently in the planning stages, but will continue to feature the same collection of historic items. Visitors can expect to see an assortment of displays including uniforms, vehicles, and equipment dating back to the earliest years of the Illinois State Highway Patrol.

Wall of Honor

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Shop & Support

Show your support for the Illinois State Police with exclusive merchandise from our Gift Shop. From apparel to memorabilia, every purchase helps honor the legacy of our officers and supports preservation efforts.

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Gold Star Families

Addressing some of the financial needs of the families of Illinois State Police officers who die in the line-of-duty such as direct donations, travel to attend the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington, DC and Operation Santa.  If making a direct donation to the family, please list the name of the officer.

Benevolent Fund

Assisting current and former Illinois State Police employees in times of need such as catastrophic illness or injury, extraordinary medical situations or disaster.

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