HAMPSHIRE TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY

HAMPSHIRE, IL

The Hampshire Township Historical Society in Hampshire, IL is a non-profit organization that was established in 1976 to preserve and promote the history of Hampshire Township. The society is dedicated to researching and collecting records, artifacts and photographs that are pertinent to the history of the area including the towns of Hampshire, Pingree Grove and Burlington. The society also works to educate the public on the history of Hampshire Township and to preserve and promote the local heritage.

The society holds regular meetings throughout the year which are open to the public, and they also host special events such as lectures, field trips and educational programs to commemorate the history of Hampshire Township. The society also has a museum located in the historic Hampshire Mansion which was built in 1873. The museum houses local artifacts, photographs and documents, as well as a research library for those interested in furthering their knowledge of Hampshire Township’s history.

The Hampshire Township Historical Society also publishes a quarterly newsletter, which is available both online and in print. In addition, the society is active in preserving the historic sites in the community by maintaining and restoring old buildings, monuments, and cemeteries. The society also works to promote the local heritage through a variety of programs and activities, such as the annual Heritage Day celebration.

The Hampshire Township Historical Society is an important part of the community, and their work to preserve and promote the local history is invaluable.

HAMPSHIRE TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in HAMPSHIRE IL. US MID #8401700325

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

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HAMPSHIRE TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY
16N731 WALKER RD
HAMPSHIRE
IL
60140-8228

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