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Jersey County Historical Society

Jerseyville, Illinois

Archaeology, Church, Culture, History, Historic House, Historical Society, Library, Military, Park

Our three-acre site of the Jersey County Historical Society includes the historic Cheney Mansion, Lone Star School, McAdams Log Cabin and Union Forest Church and our genealogy research center.

Anthropology, Archaeology, Library, Natural History, Nature Centers, Science, University

The Jurica-Suchy Nature Museum, located on campus at Benedictine University, exhibits over 3,500 specimens focused on zoology, botany, geology, and environmental stewardship. Intricate dioramas give a sense of adventure and encourages visitors to investigate nature in their own backyards. The museum offers a variety of scavenger hunts and activity pages to guide your visit.