White County Historical Society

White County Historical Society To promote interest in White County History and Genealogy, and announce historical society programs We also oversee Carmi's Old Graveyard.

The White County Historical Society operates and maintains four museums, Ratcliff Inn, L. Haas Museum, Robinson-Stewart House, and Matsel Cabin, as well as, the Mary Smith Fay Genealogy Library. Our funding comes through membership dues, donations, grants, and fundraisers. We promote our county's history through educational and entertaining events with the public including 2nd grade tea parties, P

ioneer Days for 5th graders, living history events, and museum tours. Mission Statement: To preserve and promote the historical interest of White County through our stewardship of its artifacts and the historic sites and education programs and exhibits that we provide for its people. Vision Statement: To make the history of White County come alive for the people of White County

Alright, friends! The date is set so mark your calendars early! Let’s celebrate America’s big birthday with great friend...
04/09/2026

Alright, friends! The date is set so mark your calendars early! Let’s celebrate America’s big birthday with great friends, good trivia, and maybe even cake! 👀🧁🇺🇸🦅

✨🪑🪞🧹We need VOLUNTEERS!🧹🪞🪑✨We are looking for people or groups who would be willing to help tidy up the Robinson Stewart...
04/08/2026

✨🪑🪞🧹We need VOLUNTEERS!🧹🪞🪑✨
We are looking for people or groups who would be willing to help tidy up the Robinson Stewart House for the upcoming 2nd Grade Tea Party week! It is a big undertaking for just one or two people, so we would love if some would join us and help! Send us a private message or reach out to Carlin if you or your group is interested! See below for more information.
THANK YOU! This is not only a service to us, but a service to White County’s children, as this is an event they remember for years to come! 🫖

Today is the anniversary of the 1925 Tri-State Tornado. Here is the video our local students worked on featuring the sto...
03/18/2026

Today is the anniversary of the 1925 Tri-State Tornado. Here is the video our local students worked on featuring the story of one White County woman who experienced that awful day.

This video was created to tell the story of the Warthen family of Enfield, Illinois. Louise Warthen was a child when the tornado came through her area, and w...

03/11/2026

On March 15th at 2:30 in the community room at the Vienna Public Library, historian Mark Motsinger will share new and exciting discoveries concerning his research into the stone forts of southern Illinois.

Thanks so much to everyone who joined us for our Spring Dinner Meeting! Todd Carr gave an excellent presentation on some...
03/10/2026

Thanks so much to everyone who joined us for our Spring Dinner Meeting! Todd Carr gave an excellent presentation on some southern Illinois history!

Tonight is the night! If you reserved your seats, we will see you soon!
03/09/2026

Tonight is the night! If you reserved your seats, we will see you soon!

Thanks to EVERYONE who came out to make our Trivia Night a great success! Below are awesome winners of the evening, with...
03/01/2026

Thanks to EVERYONE who came out to make our Trivia Night a great success! Below are awesome winners of the evening, with first and second place ending in a sudden death tie breaker! Below are the team names of the winners, with member names below the picture.
🥇1st Place: We’ll Think of Something Later
🥈2nd Place: Four Score and Seven Beers Ago
🥉3rd Place: Gayle’s Not Here

Thank you to our generous sponsors for supporting tonight's Trivia!
02/28/2026

Thank you to our generous sponsors for supporting tonight's Trivia!

Tomorrow night! See you there!
02/27/2026

Tomorrow night! See you there!

It’s that time again!
Join us for our annual TRIVIA NIGHT!
Proceeds go towards our local museums. Sign up when you arrive that evening. Remember, it is normal trivia, NOT just history questions. Come to play or come to watch— all ages welcome! Carlin will be hosting again this year!

Address

203 N Church Street
Carmi, IL
62821

Opening Hours

Tuesday 11:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 11:30pm - 4:30pm
Thursday 11:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 11:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+16183828425

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