Welcome to
the
Chillicothe Historical Society
Chillicothe, IL
It is the stated mission of the Chillicothe Historical Society to collect, preserve, and display any and all articles relating to the history of Chillicothe and the immediate area; and to promote continuing interest in the history of Chillicothe by encouraging young people to become involved in its projects.
The Society operates two sites:
Fourth St. Museum
&
Rock Island
Railroad Museum
in
Chillicothe , IL
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Fourth St. Museum 723 North Fourth St Chillicothe , IL 61523 Hours of Operation First Sunday of the month 1 to 4 PM Wednesday 1 to 4 PM |
Click on House to Enter the Museum
| Rock Island
Railroad Museum is located in the old Rock Island Depot.
Cedar and 3rd St Chillicothe, IL 61523 Hours of Operation First Sunday of the Month 1 to 4 PM Wednesday 1 to 4 PM If you have any questions or wish to make a donation of Railroad Artifacts and Memorabilia contact the "Train Master" Jack Gerstner 309-274-4185, or 309-222-0098 jackstoys@verizon.net
Special viewing dates can be arranged.
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Click on Depot to enter the RR Museum |
For special appointments, information or emergencies ,call 309-274-9076.
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Cemetery Walk 2008
at the Chillicothe cemetery will feature 5 families from the area.
New pictures of the Depot have been added in the Booster |
Up coming events at the Historical Society
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Pictures from Previous Events
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Contact the Society or R. R. Museum
Chillicothe Historical Society
P. O. Box 181
Chillicothe , IL 61523-0181
Phone : 309-274-9076
This page was last updated on 04/27/08