Washington Rewind is a contribution of the Washington Historical Society to the City for the bicentennial celebration of 2025 ...

A new history project is beginning in Lydia. The Lydia Area Historical Society is collecting photos from the Lydia area. “We are interested in pictures of farms, businesses, families and churches,” ...

As Peoria experiences considerable development and economic growth, here’s a look back at the city’s roots and early days. See the historical photos.

The Sangamon County Historical Society is now taking applications for funding historic special projects within the county that carry out its mission, which is t ...

Whether it’s as a university professor or as a volunteer board member, Steve Hansen has a passion for teaching people about history. Hansen, an emeritus professor and dean in the Department of ...

The 62-year-old high school gym will undergo renovations almost immediately following basketball season, according to Washington athletics director Joe Alstat. The lower-level bleachers will be ...

The upper level bleachers will remain the same. The bleachers were last replaced in 1987, according to Washington Historical Society board of directors member John Stromberger. The majority of the ...

A renowned mural artist will return to help the central Illinois city freshen up a rusted and bare railroad bridge crossing a road near Washington Square.

Instead, the township is partnering with the Washington Historical Society to accept donations ... line runs about 200 miles through Indiana and Illinois, according to its website, "transporting ...

Instead, the township is partnering with the Washington Historical Society to accept donations for materials and money. Washington news: New Washington shop offers unique home decor and clothing with ...