Edgar County Historical Society

Compare pioneer and Victorian lifestyle when you visit the log cabin and brick Italianate home. An exhibition gallery and program space in an adjacent building features rotating exhibits of the society’s collection.

Getting There & Details

Hours
W-F: 9am-4pm. Closed Major Holidays.
Address
414 N. Main
Phone
217-463-5305
Map
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Wheelchair Accessible Facility

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