Welcome to Jackson County, Illinois!

Birthplace of General John A. Logan
Founder of Memorial Day

In the Path of the 1925 Tri-State Tornado
The most destructive tornado in U.S. history

We invite you to explore our history at our two local museums:

Jackson County Historical Society Headquarters

The General John A. Logan Museum
Logan was spokesman for "Egypt" and Founder of Memorial Day

Wondering why a site in Illinois uses an Egyptian motif?

Click here to Go Down to Egypt.