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The Knox County Historical Sites Inc.

is a not-for-profit dedicated to the preservation of Old Knox County Courthouse, the Old Jail, the Sanburn Log Cabin, Hall of Records, Newman School House and the Knox County Museum, all in Knoxville, Illinois.

06/07/2026

Stop in from 2 to 4pm today! The Knox County Historical Museum is officially open for the season!! 😍 Every Sunday now through October, from 2 to 4pm, (unless otherwise noted) or by appointment you can stroll through our beautiful, air-conditioned, museum on the square in Knoxville. We're always adding to our extensive collection of artifacts and relics from Knoxville and Knox County's rich history, so be sure to stop in, even if you've visited before! Entry is a free-will donation, so bring the whole family. Can't wait to see you ☺️

03/20/2026

Were you just thinking you'd love to have the organ from the Knoxville PEO Home?!?? Well, you're in luck...she's free for the hauling! Doesn't work (but probably could with some tinkering) or maybe you want the parts inside? If you're interested or know of someone who might be, reach out!

12/23/2025

Times have sure changed since these photos were taken... a calendar-worthy picture of St. Mary's School for girls on a snowy, Winter's Day and ladies from the school all bundled up in their turn of the century outerwear. For one, getting warmer was a lot more work back then!!

As you head into Christmas and New Year, your friends at the Knox County Historical Sites send you warm wishes of health and happiness.

12/02/2025

It's beginning to look A LOT like Christmas 🎄Just in time for a Magical Small-town Christmas in downtown Knoxville this Saturday 12/6! There will be holiday shopping in the shops the entire day, the Christmas Parade at 5, FREE horse-drawn wagon rides, and the Old Knox County Courthouse and Knox County Historical Museum will be open as well from 5:30-8pm, so come in and warm up. We have decided to cancel the luminaries (we know, bummer - but that means no set up or tear down for those of you who were planning to help). With all the snow there's just no place to put them, so take it up with Mother Nature ❄️☃️It will still be a festive night to walk around our beautiful little town all dressed up for the holidays! Hope to see you there 🎅!!

10/12/2025

Today's your last chance to visit the historic sites in Knoxville! Stop by and tour the Old Knox County Jail, the old Courthouse, the Museum, the Log Cabin, and the Schoolhouse until 4pm! Plus a chance to win $100 at 4pm today!

10/05/2025

The Knoxville Historic Sites are open today until 4! Visit them all and get entered into a drawing for $100.

10/02/2025

When you're out on the Scenic Drive this weekend, be sure to visit Knoxville! All of the Historic Sites will be open - The Courthouse, Jail, Log Cabin, School House...and at The Museum you'll find all kinds of goodies for sale, including authentic Abingdon Pottery! Look through photos below. If you'd like to purchase anything in advance, send us a direct message. Also, visit the Bargain Corner inside Mannhardt's Furniture! All proceeds will go toward replacing the Courthouse roof, a costly project that will have to be done in the next 5 years or so. Thanks in advance for supporting this important cause!

09/30/2025

Would you do it for Abe?? Can you donate 3 hours of your time so visitors can enjoy the Knox County Historic Sites?? Pretty Please?!!

Many shifts are still open and in need of a volunteer at the Historic Sites during the Knox County Scenic Drive! The shifts are only 3 hours long (10 to 1) (1 to 3) this Saturday and Sunday and next! You don't have to be a member of the historic sites (but if you are - that's great too!) We just need 2 people per shift to hang out in the buildings, greet guests and keep an eye on things. EASY PEASY and actually really fun too because you get a behind the scenes look at The Knox County Museum, The Old Jail, Newman Schoolhouse, or the Old Courthouse - depending on where you're stationed.

If you can help - please contact Mandy Balser (309-536-0316) or Pat Mannhardt (at Mannhardt's Furniture in Knoxville) ASAP! THANKS IN ADVANCE!

09/22/2025

Please share! It takes lots of volunteers to open the five historic sites up to the public both weekends of the Scenic Drive - we'd love your help, plus it's really fun and easy!

09/05/2025

It's going to be a beautiful weekend! Take a walk around historic Knoxville and stop into the Knox County Museum on Sunday from 2 to 4pm. If you've never been into this local treasure trove (or haven't visited in a while) you'll be amazed at all the interesting artifacts and history that await you!

Address

401 South Gilson Street
Knoxville, IL
61448

Opening Hours

2pm - 4pm

Telephone

+13095360316

Website

https://www.kville.org/kchistory/

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