Publications

Currently Available at the Museum

GRANDMOTHER’S STORY

This book is a 56-page paperback that present a detailed descriptions of the pioneer home and

family gatherings of the author’s grandmother, Jane Cade Patton.

$3.00

A TICKET TO THE BEST by William W. Sauer and Shirley Hileman Johnson

An informal socioeconomic study of Paxton, Illinois 1856 - 1912

Very good information about early buildings, businesses and people in Paxton. 2nd printing 2008

$10.00

REMEMBRANCE OF A PIONEER by Jane Cade Patton

Jane Patton (1824-1921) was one of the earliest settlers of Ford County. 2nd printing 2008

$6.00

MEMORIES OF FORD COUNTY by Ellie Nielsen

A collection of memories from those living in or having ties to Ford County. 2009, 2nd printing

$7.00

Color post card of the museum

.50 each

The above items are available at the museum. Museum hours are Sunday from 2-4 p.m.

Or send a check, including the additional $3.00 postage and handling charge per item to:

FCHS, P.O. Box 115, Paxton, Il, 60957 and we'll mail the books to you.

(if mailing is required please include a $3.00 charge for S&H)