The Living History Days Festival, presented by the Madison County Historical Society, takes place in Edwardsville, Illinois from October 2 through October 4, 2026. The event theme is We the People: Celebrating Our History, bringing together local organizations and venues for a community history celebration.
Attendees can enjoy a variety of activities and attractions throughout the festival, including:
Music
Book fair
Crafts
Displays
Performances
Participating locations listed include the Madison County Historical Society, Edwardsville Public Library, Edwardsville Children’s Museum, 1820 Colonel Benjamin Stephenson House, Glen Carbon Heritage Museum, and Wildey Theatre.
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