Connect With Your History
Upcoming Programs & Events
America 250th – “Dr. Daniel Wood”
Civil War Symposium VI
Join Your Historical Society
Be part of one of the region's oldest historical organizations. Your membership supports the Governor John Wood Mansion, History Museum on the Square, and our programming for history lovers of all ages.
Plus, enjoy free admission to over 200 partner museums nationwide, members-only access, and our award-winning quarterly magazine. Join a community of curious minds dedicated to discovering, sharing, and celebrating Quincy's remarkable past.
Lend Us A Helping Hand
From leading mansion tours to tending historic gardens, our volunteers bring Quincy's past to life.
Whether you have a few hours or want to dive deeper, we'll match your interests with meaningful opportunities. Join fellow history enthusiasts in preserving our irreplaceable collections, maintaining our landmarks, or sharing information about significant historical moments with visitors of all ages — all while making new connections in your community.
Every helping hand shapes what we can accomplish.
Take Home A Piece Of History
Browse local history-inspired merchandise online, from cozy Gem City hoodies to vintage Quincy prints. Visit our History Museum on the Square to explore an even wider selection of books, collectibles, and one-of-a-kind items celebrating Quincy's distinctive charm.
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Tales of John Wood and his Adams County: Observing the Bicentennial
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Latest News
How Did Canals and Railroads Change Travel?
Canals changed how people traveled and settled in Illinois. In many places it replaced the stage coach which was the first form of public transport between towns. The canal system…
Stage Coach Travel
How did early settlers travel to and from Quincy? Americans tended to drift west from where they started, following lines of least resistance, which were the rivers and the drainage…
Revolutionary War Soldiers Buried in Adams County
Doctor Daniel Wood is the best-known veteran of the American Revolutionary War buried in Adams County. A physician before the war, Wood was appointed surgeon in the regiment of Col.…
Bathing Park
A brief article in the January 15, 1882 Quincy Daily Whig, started by saying, “Some of our citizens are agitating the establishment of a bathing park in this city… .”…
Inspire Your Students
Bring Quincy's past into your classroom with our educational programs. Schedule field trips to the John Wood Mansion or History Museum on the Square where students experience frontier life and local connections to pivotal American moments. Use our free Civil War video series in your classroom, which includes ready-to-use lesson guides. Work with our team to create a customized experience that complements your specific curriculum.
Teaching history is our passion. See how HSQAC can help support your classroom.
Uncover Your Own Story
From tracking your family's Quincy roots to researching your historic home's past, our archives hold many helpful clues.
The HSQAC research library offers access to rare documents, maps, photographs, and genealogical records spanning two centuries. Whether you're curious about a bygone business, an old neighborhood, or your Adams County ancestors, start your discovery here.
Visit Us in Quincy, IL
John Wood Mansion
Step into the magnificent Greek Revival home of Quincy's founder, where original furnishings and architecture transport you to the early days of Adams County.
History Museum on the Square
Discover rotating exhibits, fascinating artifacts, and interactive displays in our downtown museum, housed in an 1888 building on the Square.
The Lincoln Gallery
Experience Abraham Lincoln's lasting connections to Quincy through rare artifacts, compelling documents, and the stories of his local friendships.
