A Chicago suburban museum has soared into the record books with a quirky collection that’s truly one of a kind. The Sock Monkey Museum in Long Grove recently secured a coveted spot in the Guinness World Records by showcasing a whopping 2,098 sock monkeys.

Guinness World Records’ officials, Hannah Ortman and Chloe McCarthy, paid a visit to the museum to authenticate the remarkable feat. Their verdict: a resounding confirmation that the diverse array of 2,098 sock monkeys indeed set a new global record.

Owners Arlene and Michael Okun’s passion for these cuddly creatures sparked their unique journey back in 2006. The initial sock monkey purchase during an RV trip snowballed into a vibrant collection. “We were traveling across the country in an RV, and we stopped at a Cracker Barrel, and I bought my first one,” Arlene Okun recounted.

Over time, their trove expanded, fueled by discoveries at estate sales, garage sales, and antique stores. Their dedication culminated in a Guinness World Records plaque, a testament to their relentless pursuit of all things sock monkey.

This extraordinary achievement cements the Sock Monkey Museum’s place in history, reminding us that the pursuit of passions can lead to astonishing feats.

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