Williamson County Historical Society Museum & Library - Marion, Illinois

Williamson County Historical Society Museum & Library

Ubicado en la ciudad de Marion, Illinois, el Williamson County Historical Society Museum & Library es un valioso recurso para aquellos interesados en la historia local y la investigación genealógica.

Características

Este museo y biblioteca ofrece una amplia gama de servicios y exhibiciones que permiten a los visitantes explorar la rica historia de Williamson County.

• Local history museum
• Genealogist
• Historical society
• Libraria
• Museo

Especialidades

Algunas de las especialidades del Williamson County Historical Society Museum & Library incluyen:

• Exhibiciones de historia local
• Investigación genealógica
• Biblioteca con una amplia colección de libros y documentos
• Acceso a registros históricos y documentos

Dirección y contacto

Address: 105 S Van Buren St, Marion, IL 62959.

Phone: 89975863.

Website: wcihs.org.

Otras características

Este museo y biblioteca cuenta con:

• Entrada libre, con donaciones agradecidas
• Accesibilidad para personas con discapacidad, incluyendo una entrada y un estacionamiento accesibles
• Un baño accesible
• Un restaurante en el premises
• Un ambiente adecuado para familias con niños

Opiniones

Según las opiniones de los visitantes, el Williamson County Historical Society Museum & Library ha recibido una calificación promedio de 4.9/5.

Los visitantes han elogiado a la personal del museo por su conocimiento y amabilidad, así como a la variedad y calidad de las exhibiciones y servicios ofrecidos.

Además, se destaca la accesibilidad del museo y la hospitalidad de la personal, lo que hace que sea un destino recomendado para familias y grupos de personas con discapacidad.

Es importante mencionar que el museo ofrece una amplia gama de servicios y actividades, lo que lo convierte en un recurso valioso para la comunidad local y visitantes.

👍 Reviews of Williamson County Historical Society Museum & Library

Roxanne T.

5/5

The staff was so thorough in their tour of the Williamson County Historical Museum. Very knowledgeable and answered all of our questions. Be prepared to climb stairs. There are 4 floors to explore

Tristan B.

5/5

We had a great time such a beautiful historic place our tour guide was amazing!!!! He was filled with lot's of information. Staff was beyond kind Definitely a comeback to spot. the admission is free they take donations, Which I highly recommend to keep this place going for the Future. Marion Illinois should be very proud of this museum and the staff who take care of it!!!

merilyn H.

5/5

Katie and I visited the museum today and it is a wonderful collection of interesting items and information about Williamson County. Sam was the tour guide and he was wonderful with his knowledge and interesting side stories of the people and places in Williamson County. This museum is remarkable and also a treasure for genealogy. Will be going back again.

Williamson C. H. S. M. &. L.

4/5

The museum is an old converted county jail and sheriff's home built in 1913 with about 23 rooms of historical artifacts including native American artifacts, old jail cells from prohibition days, antique clothing, implements , tools and much more. In addition, the museum houses an extensive genealogical and historical research library with marriage, death, census and court records from Williamson County Illinois' past. it is a must see for anyone visiting in Marion. The museum is also one of five properties in the county that is on the National Registry of Historic Places.

Jim D.

5/5

The Williamson County Historical society (WCHS) is an amazing organization. My search of family history has taken me to many other counties and states. I’ve found nothing that comes even close to matching the artifacts , records and staff of the WCHS. Once more, the volunteers who make this organization great continue to work every day to make it even better. The WCHS is not just an historic building filled with antiques; it is a dynamic organization with a powerful website, and a staff willing and able to inform and educate.

Joseph B.

5/5

My wife and I stopped by on a rainy day and learned so much about local history. Exhibits are nice but but you will only get half the story if you don't chat with the staff. Well worth the visit even if you don't have any family ties to the area.

Anna W.

5/5

The staff were incredibly helpful in my search for family history- what a wealth of well-organized resources! The museum was interesting, also.

Patrick G.

5/5

A great place to visit stop by and see williamson county's history unfold from bloody williamson, to the secret societies such as the freemasons and how the continue to serve the local communties to modern times and how the old towns have grown to successful striving cities