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Mission Statement:
The Moultrie County Historical and Genealogical
Society's purpose is to bring together those
interested in the history and genealogy of Moultrie County, to discover,
collect, and preserve any
material which may help establish or illustrate the history of the area and all
its people, to provide for the cataloging and for the preservation of such
material and for its accessibility to those who wish to examine or study it.
Also, to stimulate and encourage an interest in the genealogy of our ancestors,
to promote and publish material in a quarterly publication covering Moultrie
County, other counties, neighboring states, and other areas from which our
settlers and ancestors came.
Moultrie County
Moultrie County was formed from the Illinois counties of Macon and
Shelby in 1843. It is divided into eight townships - Lovington, Lowe, Dora,
Jonathan Creek, Sullivan, Marrowbone, East Nelson and Whitley.
The Heritage Center
Located at 117 East Harrison Street, Sullivan, IL, the Heritage Center
houses the Society offices, Research Library, Member Museum, and printing
facilities. Phone (217) 728-4085.
The Research Library
Open Saturday and Monday from 1 to 5 pm and by appointment. It has a
large collection of historical and genealogical data pertaining not only to
Moultrie County, but to most of the continental United States. Limited research
is done free for members of the Society who enclose a SASE with their query.
The Member Museum
Open Saturday and Monday from 1 to 5 pm and by appointment. Arrangements
for special group tours can be made by calling the Heritage Center. (217)
728-4149
The Moultrie County heritage Quarterly
Published February, May, August, and November, the Quarterly contains
historical and genealogical data regarding Moultrie County as well as research
aids, book reviews, society news and queries. Members and non-members are
encouraged to submit material for possible publication.
Regular Meetings
Regular meetings are held at the Heritage Center at 7 pm the 3rd
Thursday of each month with an Annual Meeting each November. The general public
is always welcome to attend. The Executive Board meets the 1st Tuesday of each
month at 9 am in the Heritage Center Research Library.
No regular meeting is held in December.
Membership
Membership includes The Heritage Quarterly, 12 issues of the Newsletter,
free queries, and free use of the Heritage Library. Dues are based on the
calendar year and due each January 1st. Those joining later in the year receive
quarterly back issues for the year joined.
For further information on membership registration, ordering publications, or
any questions or
comments, contact the Society at:
Moultrie County
Historical and Genealogical Society
Post Office Box 588
Sullivan, IL 61951-0588