Events and Exhibits at the
Macon County History Museum
and Prairie Village
   

Events & Exhibits 

Political Conventions, Campaigns and Elections: Facts & Myths about Our Elected Leaders This exhibit explores America’s historical legacy behind its political party system at both the national, state and local levels through the use of photos, historical background information, campaign memorabilia, newspapers, and interested facts. 1. Did you know that there have been more than 42 U.S. Presidents? 2. Did you know that a U.S. Vice President was branded a traitor? 3. Did you know that there have been over 30 women who have run for U.S. President since 1872? 4. Did you know that President George Washington wasn’t always loved by his fellow countrymen? These and other facts covered in the new exhibit are tailored to educate both adults and students in better understanding their country’s political system that began after the fight for political independence from Great Britain.

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"Treasures from the Attic" Antique Appraisals Several times throughout the year Guest Appraiser, Professor Edward Walker, Millikin University Art Professor and Accredited Antiques Appraiser visits the museum and appraises treasures from your home. Appraiser fee $12.00 and there is a two item limit. Call the museum 217/422-4919 for the next date.

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The Lincoln Connection This exhibit not only details the connection between Abraham Lincoln and the Decatur and Macon County area, but also features one of the largest collections of artifacts in Illinois dealing with the Grand Army of the Republic organization that was founded in Decatur, Illinois, in 1866.

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The Abraham Lincoln Theater This theater features a film of the story of Abraham Lincoln while he was in Macon County and other Lincoln era and local history related films.

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Featured Exhibits A Gentleman Always Tips His Hat A look back at men's hats and fashion. Quilting...As American as Apple Pie Feast your eyes on beautiful colors, intricate patterns and hours upon hours of needle work. This exhibit highlights the wonderful art of quilting.

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Here's a Few of Our Permanent Exhibits... The Old Barn Exhibits farm tools and equipment from the 1800's. The Business of Railways in Decatur and Macon County Remember the Wabash Railroad? The Cigar Making Business Cigar rolling at it's finest in the 1800's to early 1900's. See a real wooden cigar store Indian! Prairie Life Log Cabin See if your kitchen today looks like this kitchen from the 1800's. Decatur Macon County Industry Learn about the industries that call Macon County home. Victorian Home Walk through the door and be transported to the late 1800's in this Victorian Home.

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