This is a list of all documents accepted for permanent retention under the subject classification 'History and culture: History of Illinois'.
History and culture:
History of Illinois
"Black Bill", 1827 Winnebago War, and African American veterans rights featured in latest Journal of Illinois History (2006, July 16) [1057**09]
Press release: Black Bill and the privileges of whiteness in Antebellum Illinois, the Illinois Militia and the so-called Winnebago War of 1827, and African American veterans fighting for their rights in post World War II Chicago are featured in the latest issue of the Journal of Illinois History, a scholarly publication about the states history.
"The Civil War" pre-show July 24 26 features well-known Civil War music performer (2009, July 15) [1050**09]
Press release: Well-known Civil War music performer Bob Welch will sing his Songs of the Civil War - Lincoln & Liberty Too program during a pre-show onstage presentation at the Friday through Sunday, July 24 -26 performances of the musical The Civil War at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museums Union Square Park in downtown Springfield.
African-American Records (2001, February) [Genealogical Research Series Pamphlet No.6]
This pamphlet is one in a series designed to assist the genealogical researcher in using the most pertinent of related federal, state, and local governmental records in the possession of the Illinois State Archives and its Illinois Regional Archives Depository system. The purpose of this pamphlet is to inform researchers about the Archives unique holdings of Illinois African-American servitude, emancipation, and military service records from the 18th and 19th centuries.
African-American Records (2003, September) [Genealogical Research Series Pamphlet No.6]
This pamphlet is one in a series designed to assist the genealogical researcher in using the most pertinent of related federal, state, and local governmental records in the possession of the Illinois State Archives and its Illinois Regional Archives Depository system. The purpose of this pamphlet is to inform researchers about the Archives unique holdings of Illinois African-American servitude, emancipation, and military service records from the 18th and 19th centuries.
Antique Car Exhibition August 1 at David Davis Mansion (2009, July 23) [1113**09]
Press release: Vintage automobiles from the early 1900s will be the highlight of the 13th Annual Antique Car Exhibition scheduled for Saturday, August 1 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the David Davis Mansion State Historic Site in Bloomington.
Archaeology Day August 1 at Cahokia Mounds (2009, July 21) [1085**09]
Press release: The Fifth Annual Archaeology Day, featuring ancient craft demonstrations, excavation tours, and archaeological techniques and artifact processing, will be held Saturday, August 1 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site in Collinsville, Illinois. The event is free and open to the public, and will feature several hands-on activities.
Archaeology Day August 1 at Cahokia Mounds (2009, July 21) [1086**09]
Press release: Text for public service announcement of 10, 20 and 45 seconds concerning Cahokia Mounds Archaeology Day on Saturday, August 1 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. to see ancient craft demonstrations, tour archaeological excavations, and take part in several hands-on activities.
Chief Thurman of the Sac and Fox Nation to visit Apple River Fort in Elizabeth on July 31 (2009, July 22) [1087**09]
Press release: The Principal Chief of the Sac and Fox Nation in Oklahoma and a direct descendant of Black Hawk will speak at the Apple River Fort Interpretive Center in Elizabeth, Illinois at 10 a.m. on Friday, July 31. The public is invited to attend. The theme of the visit is Unity, which in the Sac language is Kimachipena. Chief Thurman will visit a temporary exhibit on the Sac and Fox and also recognize the reopening of Apple River Fort, which was closed during the winter due to state budget reductions.
Chief Thurman of the Sac and Fox Nation to visit Apple River Fort in Elizabeth on July 31 (2009, July 22) [1088**09]
Press release: Text for 15 and 30 second public service announcements concerning the Principal Chief of the Sac and Fox Nation and a direct descendant of Black Hawk speaking at the Apple River Fort in Elizabeth, Illinois.
Closer Look: An Examination of African American Men in Illinois 2009 Final Report, A
final report and recommendations of the first statewide Taskforce on the Condition of African American Men in Illinois. This document, A Closer Look: An Examination of the Condition of African American Men in Illinois, represents the work of the Taskforce over the past six months. Established by statute in August 2008 (20 ILCS 1305/10-32), the Taskforce has examined the persistent and complex disparities and profound lack of opportunities that create barriers to success for a disproportionate number of African American men. Through formal assessment of resources and data and grassroots exploration of the opinions of over 500 African American males who participated in town hall meetings across Illinois, the Taskforce has formulated recommendations for policy in the areas of health, employment, criminal justice, education and fatherhood. These recommendations should guide us in our important work to improve the critical services African American men across Illinois with such help these men will be enabled to realize their full potential and enriching life for all of Illinois citizens.