COLUMBIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY

COLUMBIA, IL

The Columbia Historical Society is a non-profit organization located in Columbia, Illinois. Founded in 1982, the Society works to collect and preserve the history of Columbia and Monroe County, Illinois. The Society is located in the historic Columbia Public Library building, which was originally built in 1883 and was renovated in 2003. The Society offers a variety of programs and services to the public, including historical research, educational programs and lectures, exhibits, and a genealogy library.

The Society has a large collection of photographs, documents, and artifacts related to the history of Columbia and Monroe County. The collection includes items such as letters, diaries, journals, maps, and photographs from the 19th and 20th centuries. Additionally, the Society has an extensive library of books, newspapers, and magazines related to the history of Columbia and Monroe County.

The Society also offers a variety of educational programs and lectures for the community, including the annual History Day for students in grades K-12. The Society also works closely with local schools to provide resources for teachers and students. The Society also offers a range of volunteer opportunities, such as helping to organize exhibits and events, as well as helping to maintain the collection.

The Columbia Historical Society is a great resource for those interested in learning more about the history of Columbia and Monroe County. With its collections, programs, and volunteer opportunities, the Society is an important part of the community and a great way to get involved and learn about the area’s past.

COLUMBIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in COLUMBIA IL. US MID #8401701063

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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COLUMBIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 738
COLUMBIA
IL
62236

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