Clinton County Historical Museum

This building was the former home of Judge Sidney Breese who came to Illinois from New York. He studied law here, became Assistant Secretary of State of Illinois, and transferred state records from Kaskaskia to Vandalia, the new state capitol.

Getting There & Details

Admission
Free Admission
Hours
By appointment only. Closed major holidays.
Address
1091 Franklin St.
Phone
618-594-3430
Map
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