Two centuries of history, heritage, and community pride are about to be celebrated in style! On January 25, 2026, McDonough County will mark its 200th anniversary—and to honor this once-in-alifetime milestone, the McDonough County Genealogical Society is thrilled to unveil the official McDonough County Bicentennial Ornament.
Crafted by The Charleston Mint of Brevard, North Carolina, this keepsake is a stunning 3-inch, 3-D cutout of the historic McDonough County Courthouse—the centerpiece of our county since 1872. Each ornament comes elegantly boxed and includes a brief history of the county, making it the perfect memento for residents, history buffs, and anyone with roots in McDonough County.
But don’t wait—supplies are limited!
Where to Buy:
The ornaments are available at the McDonough County Genealogical Society Center, located inside the Western Illinois Museum, 201 South Lafayette, Macomb Tuesday: 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.; Friday: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. or Saturday: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. They are also available at the Community News Market at 13 East Side Square, Macomb.
Can’t make it in person? Shipping is available for just $10 per ornament.
Visit our website for more information: https//mcdcgs.com Celebrate 200 years of McDonough County pride with this timeless keepsake— because history this big deserves to be remembered!
