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Singed Cat

14 July 1875: “The Farmer's Cabinet”
–During a heavy thunder shower, which passed over the South part of Alton, on … Continue reading →

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It has been 230 years since the Declaration of Independence was adopted…

but both facts and myths still swirl around this day of celebration. Continue reading →

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See article regarding this “cottage” – coming soon

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See upcoming Glossary article about “potash” and “pearlash” Continue reading →

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Built in 1882-1883. Read article about this structure soon. Continue reading →

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Women’s History

"The ongoing invisibility of women and girls is a serious issue for our country, and for the world. The invisibility of our history, heroes, stories, challenges, and success handicaps the future of all Americans, and it deeply affects our economy and our communities."--Megan Smith, U.S. Chief Technology Officer
What History Isn’t

“History isn’t about dates and places and wars. It’s about the people who fill the spaces between them.”
— Jodi Picoult, The Storyteller
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