Genealogy research has recently become a national phenomenon. It seems everyone is looking for information on their ancestors and traveling great distances to research their family trees.
If your ancestors are from Southeastern Illinois here are several places to begin your research. We strongly recommend you call before visiting these facilities for hours of operation and policies regarding research. Good luck!
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Edwards County Courthouse & Clerk50 E. Main St., Albion
| 618/445-2115
| Edwards County Historical Society212 W. Main St., Albion
| 618/445-3072
| - Back To Top - Albion Public Library6 N. 4th St., Albion Hours: M, F 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm; T, W 1:30 pm to 7:30 pm; Sat. 9 am to 5 pm Walk through the halls of one of the oldest public libraries in Illinois. Originally owned by resident Dr. Frank Thompson in 1842, this building was first used as a library in the 1920s. See original books that English settlers brought with them to the New World.
| 618/445-3314
| West Salem Public Library112 W. South St., West Salem Hours: M 9 am to 7 pm; T, Th 1 pm to 7 pm
| 618/456-8970
| - Back To Top - - Back To Top - Edwards County Historical Society Museum212 W. Main St., Albion Hours: Thursday evenings or by appointment Explore the history of Edwards County at an 1850's residence that was the birthplace of Louis Lincoln Emerson, former Illinois Governor. He was born at this location in 1863 and served as Illinois Governor from 1929 - 1933.
| 618/445-3072
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