Belleville Historical Society
Our mission is to promote awareness and appreciation of the history, customs, artifacts, architecture and people of the city of Belleville, Illinois.
Image: Postcard depicting the southwest corner of the Belleville Public Square circa 1895. On the left is the St. Clair County Courthouse constructed in 1861. It was demolished in 1972. Open image in new tab »
How you can help
Your support will help us discover and share Belleville’s history.
Updates from the Belleville Historical Society
2026 calendars now available » Seeing Belleville Through Stained Glass
A SALOONIST, BELLEVILLE’S FOUNDRY INDUSTRY, AND 123 WEST MAIN STREET
An article from Belleville Historical Society Historian Robert D. Brunkow
Old Hotel Belleville / Lofts on the Square win 2022 Driehaus Foundation Preservation Award for “exceptional preservation efforts”
Midcentury Modern Belleville
Midcentury modern architect Charles E. King practiced in Belleville from 1947 to 1961, contributing significantly to the city’s – and the region’s – MCM landscape.
Upcoming Events
Belleville Historic Field Day
Saturday, June 20, 2026
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Historic Garfield Street Saloon Museum
633 East Garfield Street Belleville, IL 62220
Tours available by appointment!
Museum of Mid-Century Modern Architecture
Contact Margaret at 618-920-3261.
Historic Garfield Street Saloon
Contact Bob at 618-236-7481 and leave a message.
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