Macomb, Illinois

History, University

Macomb, Illinois

History

Macomb, Illinois

General, Historical Society

Macomb, Illinois

History, Historical Society

Since 1967, the McDonough County Historical Society, a not-for-profit organization, has been an important force for promoting historical understanding and preserving materials that reflect the county’s heritage. Over the years, historical programs at the bi-monthly meetings have drawn upon a broad range of speakers with local expertise, for talks on pioneer settlements, early hotels, the Underground Railroad, Lincoln’s visits, the Civil War, Victorian homes, one-room schools, coal mining, murder cases, pottery factories, horse breeding, early hospitals, small villages, opera houses, bootleggers, noted lawyers, and a host of other topics that give McDonough County a fascinating heritage.

Macomb, Illinois

Art, Culture, History

Macomb, Illinois

Art

Macomb, Illinois

General, History

Macomb, Illinois

Science

Macomb, Illinois

General, History

· represents the history of West Central Illinois with a collection of over 6,000 artifacts
· mounts 3 to 4 quality exhibitions a year
· receives over 2,600 visitors yearly
· has 50 active volunteers
· has the support of 125 members
· receives pledges from more than 20 individuals and businesses
· plans to develop a space for the museum’s permanent collection
· conveniently located in downtown Macomb