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Discover what life was like in historic Elsah when it was founded in 1853 by James Semple.
The museum, housed in the Elsah Village Hall built in 1887, showcases former residents, architectural styles used in constructing buildings, and implements used by residents in the mid-1800s. The museum is open Saturday and Sundays only from 1 - 4 p.m.
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Village of Elsah Museum Hours
| Mon-Fri | Closed |
|---|---|
| Saturday | 1:00PM – 4:00PM |
| Sunday | 1:00PM – 4:00PM |
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Address:
26 LaSalle St.
Elsah IL 62028 - Phone: (618) 374-2626
- Website: Visit Website
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