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Jackson County Historical Center

1616 Edith St., Murphysboro, IL 62966

Museums

Working together to collect, preserve, & encourage an interest in the history and culture of Jackson Co. and its communities.

The museum has expanded, adding about 1,000 square feet to its headquarters building for more exhibit area. Included in its displays is a pump organ, a collection of early cameras, a display of Daniel Grocery Store items, and many textile items, military uniforms, 1850-era Chandler Printer Press and county courthouse records containing hundreds of files available for genealogy study. The museum also has an exhibit of women's vintage clothing ranging from 1865-1970s and continues to add exhibits.

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