Madison County Historical Society Museum & Archives

Madison County Historical Society Museum & Archives

801 N. Main St.
Edwardsville, Illinois 62025

  • Phone: (618) 656-7562
  • Hours:
    Wednesday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
    Sunday: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
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The Madison County Historical Society museum complex, consisting of a modern archival library, the 1836 Weir House Museum and the Helms Collection Center, is owned and operated by the Madison County Historical Society with assistance from Madison County.

Museum staff and volunteers provide guided tours of the eight rooms and basement of the Weir House and care for the collection of artifacts. At the Archival Library, staff and volunteers assist researchers and work to preserve the collection of books, papers, maps and photographs.

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Jul 13th, 2026

Summer History Camp at MCHS
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Jul 14th, 2026

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Jul 15th, 2026

Summer History Camp at MCHS
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Jul 16th, 2026

Summer History Camp at MCHS
The annual MCHS Summer History Camp on July 13-16 will provide four days of action-packed “Transportation Adventures” for children aged 9-12. Registration is now open for the camp which is offered by…
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