MONROE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

WATERLOO, IL

The Monroe County Historical Society in Waterloo, IL is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the unique history of Monroe County. Founded in 1954, the Society seeks to educate and inform the public about the county's rich history, culture and heritage.

The Society has a museum of over 5,000 artifacts and documents, including artifacts from the first settlers of the area, as well as a research library that houses a wealth of information about Monroe County. The museum also features a variety of exhibits, such as a display of the county's military history, a timeline of the area's development, and a look into the lives of the county's early settlers.

In addition to the museum and library, the Society also offers a number of educational and outreach programs to the local community. They host field trips to the museum, lectures, and workshops in the areas of genealogy and local history. They also offer scholarships to local students who are studying Monroe County history and host an annual historical symposium.

The Society also works to protect and preserve the area's historical sites. They partner with the Monroe County government and local organizations to ensure that the county's historical buildings, sites, and artifacts are preserved for future generations. In addition, the Society works to recognize and honor individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to the county's history.

The Monroe County Historical Society is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in learning about the history of Monroe County. With its museum, library, educational outreach, and preservation efforts, the Society is an important part of the local community and its efforts to preserve and promote the rich history of Monroe County.

MONROE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in WATERLOO IL. US MID #8401701228

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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• telephone: 6189395230

MONROE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 48
WATERLOO
IL
62298

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