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The Illiana Genealogical & Historical Society


category : Genealogy
The Illiana Genealogical & Historical Society was incorporated in 1964, becoming the first genealogical society in Illinois. it's primary interest is in gathering and preserving genealogical and historical information pertaining to Vermilion County as well as, Illinois and Indiana.


Admission: Non-Member Fee $2.00 per day
Hours: M: 10am - 4pm T: 10am - 8pm W: 10am - 4pm Th: 10am - 4pm F: 10am - 4pm S: 10am - 4pm ; Closed Sunday and major holidays.
Address: 215 W. North St.
Phone: 217-431-8733
Our Email: ighsingo@allarounddanville.com
Our Website:www.ighs.allarounddanville.com
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Fithian Home

The Fithian home is a Lincoln site listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The 1855 Victorian mansion was the home of Dr. William Fithian, a friend of Abraham Lincoln. Lincoln spent 2 nights there in 1858

Danville, IL Historic Homes

Vermilion County Museum

Vermilion County Museum is a new building which is a replica of the 1833 county courthouse where Lincoln practiced law from 1841-1859

Danville, IL Museums

WWI Victory Memorial

The WWI Victory Memorial monument to Vermilion County's World War I veterans was sculpted by Lorado Taft. Its base displays the names of 51

Danville, IL Memorials

The Illiana Genealogical & Historical Society

The Illiana Genealogical & Historical Society was incorporated in 1964, becoming the first genealogical society in Illinois. it'

Danville, IL Genealogy

Kennekuk County Park

Founded in 1974, Kennekuk County Park is 3000 acres in size and is located five miles west of Danville. It is bordered on the west by the Middle Fork National Scenic River and the Middle Fork State Wildlife Area (3000 acres). Kickapoo State Park (3000 acres)

Danville, IL Recreation Parks

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