The museum was developed to tell the story of the lives and the times of General John A. Logan and his family through the use of photographs, portraits, maps, political memorabilia, antiques and weapons. In 1868, Memorial Day was established as a national holiday through his General Order No. 11. The museum has expanded from a single building to a neighborhood including a walking trail (with interpretive signposts) on the grounds that passes by Logan’s birth.
1613 Edith St. Murphysboro IL 62966
2125 Spruce Street Murphysboro IL 62966
The Jackson County Historical Society is open to anyone, adult or child, with an interest or curiosity about the past. We are located in our new building, the Jackson County Historical Society Headquarters, at 1616 Edith Street in Murphysboro, Illinois. We are open to the public on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from noon until 3:00 p.m. and on Thursday evening from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
1616 Edith St Murphysboro IL 62966
Museum Director Captain Jack Knupp, who served as a towboat captain for 44 years, oversees this museum housed in an 1892 building overlooking the levee on Front Street. Exhibits include steamboat models, buoys, a carbon arc searchlight, radar unit deck equipment, gauges, rudder, dishes, etc. Of special interest are artifacts salvaged from the Str. GOLDEN EAGLE which sank at Grand Tower in 1947. Over 200 people from Grand Tower have worked on the river and the citizens value the importance of preserving their river heritage.
604 Main St Grand Tower IL 62942
On the corner of 14th and Poplar St Murphysboro IL 62966
1818 Walnut Street Murphysboro IL 62966
Riverside Park Murphysboro IL 62966
One of the oldest houses in Jackson County, the Hamilton House was built in 1867. This building is a wonderful example of the Gothic architectural style.
203 S. 13th St Murphysboro IL 62966
1210 Walnut Street Murphysboro IL 62966
West Side of Murphysboro Murphysboro IL 62966
405 E. Main Street Carbondale IL 62901
