Illinois & Local History

Clippings and Photos Files

Located in the library's Illinois Room are photos and documents related to Ottawa and La Salle County local history.  The process of organizing these items and creating finding aids for them is an ongoing process.

Click here for a file with the currently archived items.

The Illinois Room is generally available for use during the library's operating hours.   Individuals must sign in at the library service desk to access the room and its resources.  Items in the collection do not circulate.

 

Online information about the history of Illinois and the local area

Cindy's List- Illinois: Directory of genealogy and history websites. Also includes links for specific Illinois localities.

Illinois Digital Archives: A portal to online exhibits and collections from libraries and museums across the state. A project of the Illinois State Library. Additional online collections are searchable through the  Digital Illinois catalog.

Illinois History Resource Page: Dozens of links compiled by the Illinois State Historical Society.