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Local History July Newsletter

Local History is Opening!

We have missed our patrons!
Beginning July 27 The Local History Room will resume in person service. Our hours will be slightly different, but that's only temporary!

Digital Displays

Although our doors have been closed, we have been busy making many of our displays available digitally!

On the Hunt for History

Many of Decatur's Historic Sites are part of the JWA Scavenger Hunt. Check them all out and earn prizes.

How to Participate

Be a Part of Decatur History!

Black Lives Matter

Do you have photos or documents of Decatur's Black Lives Matter protests?
The Archives and Special Collection Department (Local History Room) would like your help to document the Black Lives Matter experience in Macon County for future generations. Contact us at localhistory@decaturlibrary.org

COVID-19

Are you writing down your experience during the pandemic, taking photographs? Have you received documents pertaining to COVID-19?
The Archives and Special Collection Department (Local History Room) would like your help to document the COVID-19 experience in Macon County for future generations. Contact us at localhistory@decaturlibrary.org

Local Oral Histories

Check out the newest additions to Omeka: Decatur history, Millikin, Great Depression, history of DMH and St. Teresa high school

Decatur Images

Omeka also houses a large cache of photographs. Check out the newest additions, including Decatur parks, churches and businesses.

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Decatur Public Library
130 N. Franklin St Decatur, IL 62523
Phone: (217) 424-2900