WASHINGTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY

WASHINGTON, IL

The Washington Historical Society in Washington, Illinois, is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and protecting the rich history of Washington and the surrounding areas. Founded in 1975, the Society seeks to provide educational, historical, and cultural programs to the local community. It is supported by a variety of sources, including private donations, grants, and fundraising events.

The Society is housed in the historic Washington Courthouse, which was built in 1837 and is the oldest courthouse in the state of Illinois still standing. The building has been restored and now serves as the headquarters for the Washington Historical Society. It houses a variety of exhibits highlighting the history of the local area, including information about the area’s Native American inhabitants, early settlers, and the abolitionist movement.

The Society also hosts a number of events throughout the year, such as lectures, tours, special exhibits, and educational programs. In addition, the Washington Historical Society offers a number of educational materials, including books, maps, photographs, and other artifacts. These materials are available for research purposes, as well as for public viewing.

The Washington Historical Society is dedicated to preserving and celebrating the history of Washington and the surrounding areas, and its efforts help to ensure that the city’s rich history is never forgotten.

WASHINGTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Uncategorized or General Museum in WASHINGTON IL. US MID #8401700698

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

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• telephone: 3094444239

WASHINGTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 54
WASHINGTON
IL
61571-0054

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