101 South Main Street • St. Charles, Missouri 63301-2802 • (636) 946 - 9828
101 South Main Street • St. Charles, Missouri 63301-2802 • (636) 946 - 9828
The St. Charles County Historical Society is a non-profit 501(C)3 corporation founded in 1956 and incorporated in 1958. It is dedicated to the preservation of documents and artifacts related to our county history. The Society encourages interest in the rich history of the county.
The Society preserves primary and secondary source materials relating to the county; holds quarterly membership meetings in January, April, July, and October; publishes a quarterly publication, St. Charles County Heritage and a monthly newsletter; and sponsors various activities to promote the preservation and study of history. Much of the collection has been indexed to assist those looking for family history and genealogy.
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10:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M., Monday, Wednesday, Friday and the second and fourth Saturdays. Exceptions for some holidays. For more information call 636-946-9828. |
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The Society's journal, St. Charles County Heritage , is sent free of charge to members. Submissions for possible publication are welcome from the public. Articles submissions for possible publication may be sent to Robert Schultz, "Heritage" editor, in care of the St. Charles County Historical Society. Newsletter from the Archives is sent monthly to members. The Society sells books and other items about St. Charles County. See the "Market Place" for a list of items available. |
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Operation of the Archive is the Society's chief activity. EArly city and county records are preserved including probate and circuit court documents. A collection of more than 10,000 historical photographs is maintained. The Society operates a small museum which is free to the public. In the past, the Society has identified historic sites and encouraged restoration by public and private groups. It was involved in efforts to restore the Missouri First State Capitol, the Martin-Becker House, the Newbill-McElhiney House, the Collier Cottage and Eckert's Tavern. |
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A fifteen member Board of Directors meets on the second Wednesday of each month. |
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The Society and its Archives occupy the Old Market House. The building began as a Market and Fish House in the 1830s. At one time, the St. Charles City Hall and Police Station occupied the building. The building is on the National Register of Historic Landmarks as the old City Hall. |