About the Museum

The East Alton History Museum is located in the Fred H. Bright Jr. Vital Services Building, 2nd floor (above the police department) at 211 N. Shamrock. It opened March 4, 2017 and boasts 15 rooms with various themes that touch on different aspects of village history.

All village residents are encouraged to visit the museum during operating hours.

The History Museum committee is made up of volunteers who have donated hundreds of hours to prepare the museum. Volunteers staff the museum.

For more information or to schedule a tour, call the museum at (618) 216-2781.