History of Crawford County
Rich in History
Providing Accurate Historical Information
Students in the fifth grade class at Palestine Grade School researched the historical significance of Palestine, Illinois and its surrounding area. Their website highlights that research.
The Oil Belt Traction Company
The Oil Belt Traction Company was a railroad company that carried oil between Bridgeport to Oblong.
Fort LaMotte
This fort was from the earliest settlement in Palestine, Illinois.
L.S. Heath and Sons
L.S. Heath and Sons is a nationally known candy company.
Railroad
The railroad helped build Crawford County.
The Harper House
This house is one of the oldest houses in Palestine.
The Fife Opera House
The Fife Opera House hosted concerts and plays on their second floor.
Mullen's Dressing
Mullen's is famous for their French dressing.
The Land Office
This office was used to purchase land all over the United States.
The Labor Day Rodeo
The rodeo is a yearly event that is an important part of Palestine history.
Meisenhelder Mill
This mill was a local mill that ground up wheat and grain.
Crawford County Fair
The Crawford County Fair celebrates the Agriculture community of the area.
Oilfield Museum
The Oilfield Museum contains relics from the oil industry.
Governor Agustus C. French
The ninth Governor of Illinois once served at the land office in Palestine.
Questions?
Contact autumn.burkett@palestine-pioneers.net or jana.bayne@palestine-pioneers.net to get more information on the project.
For more information on Palestine, contact the Palestine Chamber of Commerce at (618) 586-2222.
For more information on Palestine and the surrounding area, contact the Crawford County Historical Society at http://www.crawfordilhistory.org/ .