Because of the Open House of the newest exhibit-- Ladies of Lawrence: a Century of Fashion 1850-1950 held on October 18, there will be no montly meeting tonight at the History Center. Don't forget to register for our first of three special Programs featuring Stories from the Wardrobe: The Dresses and the Ladies who Worn Them November 6 2025 10-11 at the History Center Lawrenceville on the Square. Cost is $10; Space is limited to 25. For reservations call 908-208-2372.

TOUSSAINT DUBOIS DAR USES GRANT TO CONSERVE DOLL COLLECTION FOR AMERICA250 PROJECT In the fall of 2025, the Toussaint DuBois DAR Daughters received an Illinois State DAR Grant to restore and conserve a historical doll collection on exhibit belonging to the Lawrence County Historical Society. One of only a few complete collections in the US, these Kimcraft Company dolls date from 1940s -1980s and were handmade by Aileen McKim, a professional doll designer in Independence, Miss

The Lawrence County Historical Society’s newest exhibit Ladies of Lawrence: A Century of Fashion, opened October 18, 2025, and will be open for the public on Sunday afternoons 1-4 pm at the History Center on the Square Lawrenceville Illinois.  The exhibit showcases 30 dresses from the 1850s-1950s as well as hats, accessories, and lingerie all worn by local women. A series of three programs about vintage clothes and fashion will be presented on the first Thursday of November,

The A L Maxwell Company was one of the oldest automobile firms in the County. It was organized about 1910 as The A L Maxwell Motor Car...

Don't Forget Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 1:30 toda y at the History Center on the Square to formally open the Newest Exhibit of the...

Thanks to several people who donated extra copies of the 50th Anniversary Souvenir Edition SNAFU we have a limited number for sale. ...