MCHS News Volume 1 Number 4
The average home had no air conditioning a century ago, so to cool off Madison County residents escaped to a number of area resorts that offered mineral baths, swimming, or just a day in the country.
The average home had no air conditioning a century ago, so to cool off Madison County residents escaped to a number of area resorts that offered mineral baths, swimming, or just a day in the country.
Nationally recognized authority on Route 66, author Cheryl Eichar Jett, shared stories of America’s Mother Road in Madison County communities.
Alton resident Charlotte E. Johnson has spent decades researching the African-American story in Madison County. Here she shares her unique perspective on African American history and culture.
Library/Museum
801 N. Main Street
Edwardsville, IL 62025
info@madcohistory.org
(618) 656-7569
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Madison County Historical Society
801 N. Main Street
Edwardsville IL 62025
(618) 656-1294
