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Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony
Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony
The community is invited to join the Morgan County VFW at a Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony on Memorial Day, May 26th, 2025, at 11:00 am. The event is being held at the Korean War Memorial in Community Park!
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Governor Duncan Mansion Tours
Governor Duncan Mansion Tours
Governor Joseph Duncan, who served as governor of Illinois from 1834 to 1838, had this two-and one-half-story house constructed between 1833 and 1835. The home served as the official executive mansion for the state of Illinois from 1834-38 and it was used for State business during the term of Governor Joseph Duncan from 1834-1838. The early capitals, Kaskaskia and Vandalia, […]
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Governor Duncan Mansion Tours
Governor Duncan Mansion Tours
Governor Joseph Duncan, who served as governor of Illinois from 1834 to 1838, had this two-and one-half-story house constructed between 1833 and 1835. The home served as the official executive mansion for the state of Illinois from 1834-38 and it was used for State business during the term of Governor Joseph Duncan from 1834-1838. The early capitals, Kaskaskia and Vandalia, […]
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1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
Step into the unique world of the 1925 Centennial Celebration Under the Dome and witness how Jacksonville celebrated its first 100 years with original items on display under the dome. These include photos of the parade, the Original Pageant script, Jacksonville Centennial Music scores, William J. Brant, and so much more.
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1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
Step into the unique world of the 1925 Centennial Celebration Under the Dome and witness how Jacksonville celebrated its first 100 years with original items on display under the dome. These include photos of the parade, the Original Pageant script, Jacksonville Centennial Music scores, William J. Brant, and so much more.
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1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
Step into the unique world of the 1925 Centennial Celebration Under the Dome and witness how Jacksonville celebrated its first 100 years with original items on display under the dome. These include photos of the parade, the Original Pageant script, Jacksonville Centennial Music scores, William J. Brant, and so much more.
Governor Duncan Mansion Tours
Governor Duncan Mansion Tours
Governor Joseph Duncan, who served as governor of Illinois from 1834 to 1838, had this two-and one-half-story house constructed between 1833 and 1835. The home served as the official executive mansion for the state of Illinois from 1834-38 and it was used for State business during the term of Governor Joseph Duncan from 1834-1838. The early capitals, Kaskaskia and Vandalia, […]
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1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
Step into the unique world of the 1925 Centennial Celebration Under the Dome and witness how Jacksonville celebrated its first 100 years with original items on display under the dome. These include photos of the parade, the Original Pageant script, Jacksonville Centennial Music scores, William J. Brant, and so much more.
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1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
Step into the unique world of the 1925 Centennial Celebration Under the Dome and witness how Jacksonville celebrated its first 100 years with original items on display under the dome. These include photos of the parade, the Original Pageant script, Jacksonville Centennial Music scores, William J. Brant, and so much more!
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1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
Step into the unique world of the 1925 Centennial Celebration Under the Dome and witness how Jacksonville celebrated its first 100 years with original items on display under the dome. These include photos of the parade, the Original Pageant script, Jacksonville Centennial Music scores, William J. Brant, and so much more!
Governor Duncan Mansion Tours
Governor Duncan Mansion Tours
Governor Joseph Duncan, who served as governor of Illinois from 1834 to 1838, had this two-and one-half-story house constructed between 1833 and 1835. The home served as the official executive mansion for the state of Illinois from 1834-38 and it was used for State business during the term of Governor Joseph Duncan from 1834-1838. The early capitals, Kaskaskia and Vandalia, […]
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1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
Step into the unique world of the 1925 Centennial Celebration Under the Dome and witness how Jacksonville celebrated its first 100 years with original items on display under the dome. These include photos of the parade, the Original Pageant script, Jacksonville Centennial Music scores, William J. Brant, and so much more.
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1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
Step into the unique world of the 1925 Centennial Celebration Under the Dome and witness how Jacksonville celebrated its first 100 years with original items on display under the dome. These include photos of the parade, the Original Pageant script, Jacksonville Centennial Music scores, William J. Brant, and so much more.
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1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
Step into the unique world of the 1925 Centennial Celebration Under the Dome and witness how Jacksonville celebrated its first 100 years with original items on display under the dome. These include photos of the parade, the Original Pageant script, Jacksonville Centennial Music scores, William J. Brant, and so much more.
Governor Duncan Mansion Tours
Governor Duncan Mansion Tours
Governor Joseph Duncan, who served as governor of Illinois from 1834 to 1838, had this two-and one-half-story house constructed between 1833 and 1835. The home served as the official executive mansion for the state of Illinois from 1834-38 and it was used for State business during the term of Governor Joseph Duncan from 1834-1838. The early capitals, Kaskaskia and Vandalia, […]
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1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
Step into the unique world of the 1925 Centennial Celebration Under the Dome and witness how Jacksonville celebrated its first 100 years with original items on display under the dome. These include photos of the parade, the Original Pageant script, Jacksonville Centennial Music scores, William J. Brant, and so much more.
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1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
Step into the unique world of the 1925 Centennial Celebration Under the Dome and witness how Jacksonville celebrated its first 100 years with original items on display under the dome. These include photos of the parade, the Original Pageant script, Jacksonville Centennial Music scores, William J. Brant, and so much more!
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1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
Step into the unique world of the 1925 Centennial Celebration Under the Dome and witness how Jacksonville celebrated its first 100 years with original items on display under the dome. These include photos of the parade, the Original Pageant script, Jacksonville Centennial Music scores, William J. Brant, and so much more!
Governor Duncan Mansion Tours
Governor Duncan Mansion Tours
Governor Joseph Duncan, who served as governor of Illinois from 1834 to 1838, had this two-and one-half-story house constructed between 1833 and 1835. The home served as the official executive mansion for the state of Illinois from 1834-38 and it was used for State business during the term of Governor Joseph Duncan from 1834-1838. The early capitals, Kaskaskia and Vandalia, […]
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1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
Step into the unique world of the 1925 Centennial Celebration Under the Dome and witness how Jacksonville celebrated its first 100 years with original items on display under the dome. These include photos of the parade, the Original Pageant script, Jacksonville Centennial Music scores, William J. Brant, and so much more.
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1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
Step into the unique world of the 1925 Centennial Celebration Under the Dome and witness how Jacksonville celebrated its first 100 years with original items on display under the dome. These include photos of the parade, the Original Pageant script, Jacksonville Centennial Music scores, William J. Brant, and so much more.
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1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
Step into the unique world of the 1925 Centennial Celebration Under the Dome and witness how Jacksonville celebrated its first 100 years with original items on display under the dome. These include photos of the parade, the Original Pageant script, Jacksonville Centennial Music scores, William J. Brant, and so much more.
Governor Duncan Mansion Tours
Governor Duncan Mansion Tours
Governor Joseph Duncan, who served as governor of Illinois from 1834 to 1838, had this two-and one-half-story house constructed between 1833 and 1835. The home served as the official executive mansion for the state of Illinois from 1834-38 and it was used for State business during the term of Governor Joseph Duncan from 1834-1838. The early capitals, Kaskaskia and Vandalia, […]
1925 Jacksonville Centennial Celebration
1925 Jacksonville Centennial Celebration
The Morgan Historical Society and Chad Boehlke, Public Historian presents: The 1925 Jacksonville Centennial Celebration This presentation at the Jacksonville Public Library is a journey through time, telling the story of how Jacksonville planned its biggest party. It's a chance to connect with the history of our city, to see and hear the story of how Jacksonville celebrated the first […]
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1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
Step into the unique world of the 1925 Centennial Celebration Under the Dome and witness how Jacksonville celebrated its first 100 years with original items on display under the dome. These include photos of the parade, the Original Pageant script, Jacksonville Centennial Music scores, William J. Brant, and so much more.
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1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
Step into the unique world of the 1925 Centennial Celebration Under the Dome and witness how Jacksonville celebrated its first 100 years with original items on display under the dome. These include photos of the parade, the Original Pageant script, Jacksonville Centennial Music scores, William J. Brant, and so much more!
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1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
Step into the unique world of the 1925 Centennial Celebration Under the Dome and witness how Jacksonville celebrated its first 100 years with original items on display under the dome. These include photos of the parade, the Original Pageant script, Jacksonville Centennial Music scores, William J. Brant, and so much more!
Governor Duncan Mansion Tours
Governor Duncan Mansion Tours
Governor Joseph Duncan, who served as governor of Illinois from 1834 to 1838, had this two-and one-half-story house constructed between 1833 and 1835. The home served as the official executive mansion for the state of Illinois from 1834-38 and it was used for State business during the term of Governor Joseph Duncan from 1834-1838. The early capitals, Kaskaskia and Vandalia, […]
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1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
Step into the unique world of the 1925 Centennial Celebration Under the Dome and witness how Jacksonville celebrated its first 100 years with original items on display under the dome. These include photos of the parade, the Original Pageant script, Jacksonville Centennial Music scores, William J. Brant, and so much more.
1 event,
1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
Step into the unique world of the 1925 Centennial Celebration Under the Dome and witness how Jacksonville celebrated its first 100 years with original items on display under the dome. These include photos of the parade, the Original Pageant script, Jacksonville Centennial Music scores, William J. Brant, and so much more.
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1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
Step into the unique world of the 1925 Centennial Celebration Under the Dome and witness how Jacksonville celebrated its first 100 years with original items on display under the dome. These include photos of the parade, the Original Pageant script, Jacksonville Centennial Music scores, William J. Brant, and so much more.
Governor Duncan Mansion Tours
Governor Duncan Mansion Tours
Governor Joseph Duncan, who served as governor of Illinois from 1834 to 1838, had this two-and one-half-story house constructed between 1833 and 1835. The home served as the official executive mansion for the state of Illinois from 1834-38 and it was used for State business during the term of Governor Joseph Duncan from 1834-1838. The early capitals, Kaskaskia and Vandalia, […]
1 event,
1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
Step into the unique world of the 1925 Centennial Celebration Under the Dome and witness how Jacksonville celebrated its first 100 years with original items on display under the dome. These include photos of the parade, the Original Pageant script, Jacksonville Centennial Music scores, William J. Brant, and so much more.
1 event,
1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
Step into the unique world of the 1925 Centennial Celebration Under the Dome and witness how Jacksonville celebrated its first 100 years with original items on display under the dome. These include photos of the parade, the Original Pageant script, Jacksonville Centennial Music scores, William J. Brant, and so much more!
2 events,
1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
Step into the unique world of the 1925 Centennial Celebration Under the Dome and witness how Jacksonville celebrated its first 100 years with original items on display under the dome. These include photos of the parade, the Original Pageant script, Jacksonville Centennial Music scores, William J. Brant, and so much more!
Governor Duncan Mansion Tours
Governor Duncan Mansion Tours
Governor Joseph Duncan, who served as governor of Illinois from 1834 to 1838, had this two-and one-half-story house constructed between 1833 and 1835. The home served as the official executive mansion for the state of Illinois from 1834-38 and it was used for State business during the term of Governor Joseph Duncan from 1834-1838. The early capitals, Kaskaskia and Vandalia, […]
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“Honoring the Lives and Legacies of Jacksonville’s Catholics”
“Honoring the Lives and Legacies of Jacksonville’s Catholics”
Local historian Greg Olson will lead a tour of Calvary Cemetery on Lincoln Avenue at 2 PM, Sunday, June 29th. Tour is free and open to the public. Sponsored by the Jacksonville Bicentennial Committee, Jacksonville Area Museum and Jacksonville Historical Society.
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1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
1925 Jacksonville Centennial Archival Display
Step into the unique world of the 1925 Centennial Celebration Under the Dome and witness how Jacksonville celebrated its first 100 years with original items on display under the dome. These include photos of the parade, the Original Pageant script, Jacksonville Centennial Music scores, William J. Brant, and so much more.