Quincy History Museum

Adams County

332 Maine | Quincy, IL

  • Quincy’s original public library was built 1888.
  • Anchors Maine Street & Washington Park.
  • Exhibits (Quincy area artifacts), rent out or view the stained glass gallery, gifts, and more.

Mormon 10 Sites to See Driving Tour: Quincy’s original public library, this impressive structure now houses a Mormon room, featuring an exhibit & video depicting the exodus of Mormons from Missouri during the winter of 1838-39, as well as the humanitarian manner in which the Mormons were received by the people of Quincy. The keys to the original Nauvoo Temple are also on display.

1888 / ROMANESQUE REVIVAL / PATTON & FISHER architects
1929 / STUCCO ADDITION / ERNEST WOOD architect

Hours

Tues-Sat 10a-4p

Self-guided tours + group tours by appt

Admission

Donations Appreciated