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Madison County Historical Society

801 North Main Street, Edwardsville, IL 62025

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Opening Doors to Madison County History since 1836.

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.

The Madison County Historical Society is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

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  • Mon: Closed
  • Tue: Closed
  • Wed: 9:00am – 4:00pm
  • Thu: 9:00am – 4:00pm
  • Fri: Closed
  • Sat: Closed
  • Sun: 1:00pm – 4:00pm

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