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

White County Historical Society

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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, Pioneer 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

10/27/2026

This is the clip of Carmi’s very own Carlin Smock and her beautiful family on the Jennifer Hudson Show. She is amazing and we’re all so happy for her.

For 17 years, one devoted teacher has poured her heart into shaping...

10/23/2026

Thank you Wayne-White Electric Cooperative for choosing us for one of your Cooperative Month Community Service Projects! The fence at the Robinson-Stewart House looks great and the gutter repair on the L. Haas museum will prevent future water damage.

10/21/2026

We will also be selling tickets for our commemorative raffle baskets! See below for details. All proceeds go towards our museum renovations!

10/21/2026

It’s time for our Fall Dinner Meeting! Reach out to us if you’d like to attend! Mark is a great local speaker, and I know you’ll enjoy his presentation as we continue to celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary! 🇺🇸 All are welcome, and if you’ve never joined us, we would LOVE to have you! This is open to everyone- not just people from White County! Join us for a delicious meal and a fascinating presentation on some Illinois history!

10/10/2026

We apologize that the L. Haas Store Museum was closed today. HOWEVER, check back soon to see our latest exhibit— 🔵Pattiki Coal Mine History! Many of us have friends or family who worked there throughout its existence, so stay tuned for when it is complete and ready for visitors!

10/10/2026

🌽Thanks to all who came out to see our museums and grab some delicious corn dishes! We are always happy to see new and familiar faces on Corn Day!🌽

10/10/2026

Come out and support the White County Historical Society and the CWC Travel Club! The Society is selling plates to a 🌽corn-themed buffet🌽 and the travel club is having a 🧁bake sale🍪!The society is raising money to help renovate our museums, while the teen travel club is raising money to help fund their next trip to Washington DC in New York City!

10/09/2026

The Mary Smith Fay Genealogy Library will be closed October 12th through the 16th.
It will re-open On October 20.

07/12/2026

Thank you to all who came out to enjoy some America themed trivia tonight! 🇺🇸🦅
Congrats to our Trivia Winners! 🥇🥈🥉

07/09/2026

🇺🇸THIS SATURDAY! It might be a rainy day, so you might as well come hangout at the Elks and have fun with us! 🦅

While you’re spending time with your friends and family this weekend, go ahead and make plans to join us at the Carmi Elks for some America-themed trivia next Saturday!
🇺🇸Don’t be intimidated—Categories are NOT just history themed! We also include sports, pop culture, theatre, science, music, random facts, and more!
🧁Free cake!
🧺See our amazing Raffle Baskets in person and purchase tickets!
🍔 5th Street Market food truck on site, and the Elks bar is open for other drinks as you wish!
🥳 Even if you don’t want to do trivia, come hang out and eat; you might find that you want to play next time! (We host a trivia night at least once a 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

Website

http://whitecountyillinoishistory.org/

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