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.

Events

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May 2nd, 2026

Artifact Identification Day
Do you have Native American artifacts that you want to learn more about? The Madison County Historical Society (MCHS) and the Cahokia Archaeological Society (CAS) are hosting an Artifact Identification Day on…
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