Open Thursdays and Fridays 9am – 3:30pm, Saturdays 9am – noon. All other open times by appointment only.
Edgar County
Historical Society
Our vision...
is that Edgar County Historical Society House, Museum and Annex instills a sense of community pride and provides a venue to educate and showcase the history, culture, art, architecture and transportation in Edgar County.
Explore Our Complex
Available Now
Own a copy of EDGAR COUNTY 1823-2023: Two Hundred Years of History of Paris and Edgar County
Fifty individuals contributed their stories of genealogy, families and businesses. Stop in today or mail a check to the Historical society. The book is available for $35 for pick-up or $43.50 shipped.
Quilt Drawing
A donation of $25 will enter your name into the drawing. A $100 donation enters your name into the drawing 5 times.
Make donations to: Edgar County Historical Society at 408 N Main Street, Paris, IL 61944. Include your name, address and phone number.
Thank you for supporting the Edgar County Historical Society!