Blandinsville-Hire District Library
The Blandinsville-Hire District Library in downtown Blandinsville, IL houses a collection of 29,482 volumes. The library circulates 22,778 items per year and serves a population of 2,239 Forgottonia residents.
Read MoreCenter For The Performing Arts
With construction planned to begin mid-Fall 2020, the $8.9M Center for the Performing Arts (formerly known as the Performing Arts Center), will support the academic mission and programs in Western Illinois University‘s College of Fine Arts and Communication and is the first Macomb campus building constructed with public funds in nearly 40 years. The 130,000-square foot Center…
Read MoreUniversity Art Gallery at W.I.U.
The University Art Gallery on the campus of Western Illinois University provides quality visual art experiences to enhance the cultural life of the university and the McDonough County region. The gallery provides a permanent collection of art for study, and a schedule of changing exhibitions that complement university curricula and initiatives. The University Art Gallery’s…
Read MoreMcDonough County Historical Society
Since 1969, the McDonough County Historical Society, a not-for-profit organization, has been an important force for promoting historical understanding and preserving materials that reflect the Forgottonia county’s heritage. Their mission supports the preservation of McDonough County, Illinois heritage. The organization also offers free historical programs at their meetings five times a year (September, November, January, March and…
Read MoreCollege of Fine Arts & Communication Recital Hall
Western Illinois University‘s College of Fine Arts & Communication (COFAC) Recital Hall is located in the northern wing of historic Simpkins Hall, which was build in the mid-1930s through a WPA grant and was first occupied in 1939. Most School of Music events held in the COFAC Recital Hall are free to the public though a…
Read MoreLeslie F. Malpass Library at WIU
The Leslie F. Malpass Library on Macomb’s campus of Western Illinois University, was opened on Sept. 5, 1978 as the main branch of the WIU Libraries. The facility provides instructional and research support to the University and community and houses more than 1 million cataloged volumes. Boasting six levels and enclosing over 200,000 square feet, the…
Read MoreMuseum of Geology
Founded in 1975, Museum of Geology in Tillman Hall on the campus of Westen Illinois University, is open to the public and houses more than forty displays and exhibits covering Earth History and processes as well as Earth materials and resources. Touring the Museum you will be introduced to the fascinating world of rocks, minerals and…
Read MoreVishnu Springs: The Ira & Reatha T. Post Wildlife Sanctuary
Established in the 1840’s, Vishnu Springs, once renowned for the supposed healing properties of the water from its mineral springs sits near the town of Tennessee, IL. The resort was also a haven for bootleggers and gangsters, including Al Capone, to take refuge. The town reportedly hosted as many as 3,000 visitors, annually, and contained…
Read MoreProject Dance Company
Project Dance Company offers dance lessons of all different types from Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Lyrical, Tumbling, Hip Hop, and Zumba. PDC celebrates and preserves the art of dance through performances, teaching, the production of new work, and documentation. Project Dance Company goal is to create an environment that promotes high self esteem, confidence, and a love for…
Read MoreDRIVE Studio of Dance
DRIVE Studio of Dance is a recreational and competitive dance studio located in Macomb. It is a fun and positive environment for anyone wanting to embrace dance. DRIVE excepts all ages and levels. DRIVE offers many classes in different styles and genres. At DRIVE, they strive to instill Dedication, Respect, Individuality, Vision and proper Execution…
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