National Register of Historic Places listings in McDonough County, Illinois facts for kids
This page is a list of special places in McDonough County, Illinois, that are on the National Register of Historic Places. This register is like a special list of buildings, areas, or objects across the United States that are important to history and should be protected.
In McDonough County, there are 8 different places on this list. These places are recognized for their unique history and importance. You can even find their exact locations on a map using the coordinates provided.
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Historic Places in McDonough County
William S. Bailey House
The William S. Bailey House is located at 100 S. Campbell Street in Macomb, Illinois. This historic home was added to the National Register on August 28, 2012. It's a great example of the architecture from its time.
Moses King Brick and Tile Works
You can find the Moses King Brick and Tile Works at 738 N. Coal Street in Colchester, Illinois. This site, which includes old kilns and factory buildings, was added to the list on August 8, 2001. It shows how bricks and tiles were made long ago.
Clarence Kleinkopf Round Barn
The Clarence Kleinkopf Round Barn is located just north of Colchester, Illinois. This unique round barn was recognized as a historic place on August 26, 1982. Round barns were sometimes built for efficiency in farming.
Lamoine Hotel
The Lamoine Hotel is at 201 N. Randolph Street in Macomb, Illinois. This old hotel became a historic listing on September 16, 2010. Hotels like this were once busy centers for travelers and local events.
Macomb Courthouse Square Historic District
The Macomb Courthouse Square Historic District covers a large area around the courthouse in Macomb, Illinois. This entire district was added to the National Register on May 22, 2013. It includes many buildings that show the history and growth of Macomb's downtown area.
McDonough County Courthouse
Right in the middle of the Public Square in Macomb, Illinois, stands the McDonough County Courthouse. This important building was added to the list on October 30, 1972. Courthouses are often central to a county's history and government.
Welling-Everly Horse Barn
The Welling-Everly Horse Barn is found off U.S. Route 136 near Adair, Illinois. This historic horse barn was listed on August 29, 1985. It represents the agricultural history of the area, especially related to horses.
Western Illinois State Normal School Building
Located at 1 University Circle in Macomb, Illinois, this building is also known as Sherman Hall. It was part of the Western Illinois State Normal School, which later became Western Illinois University. It was added to the National Register on May 20, 1998, as an important educational landmark.
Images for kids
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The historic William S. Bailey House in Macomb.
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Kilns and Factory Building at Moses King Brick and Tile Works.
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The historic Lamoine Hotel in Macomb.
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The Macomb Courthouse Square Historic District.
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The McDonough County Courthouse.
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Sherman Hall, part of the former Western Illinois State Normal School.
