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Trivia, and Not So Trivial,
about the Land of Goshen
and southwestern Illinois!

This is a special place!  In the beginnings of Illinois, ALL of the activity was here in SW Illinois, and our towns played prominent roles.

Even before that, it was appreciated by native Americans with colorful names.

We think it merits a place here, simply because it adds to the fun of living here.

Who lived here before?   What significant things did they do?   Why did they do it?   What factors brought them here and contributed?  What do we have today that they left to us?   What is their “Elegant Legacy”, still enhancing our lives today?

Our families have collected these tidbits of the history, events and people that have gone before, and we believe this site is a good place to share them with present and future citizens. 

Indeed, many of the factors that made it attractive to native Americans and to pioneers are still inherent, supporting our present idyllic living environment.

But it’s also intended as a statement of appreciation for those that have passed before, thinking of them as we enjoy life here on the bluffs, contributing to our own to this day.

You might know it’s to be evolutionary…it will take us a bit to get all of it “up” on this site…and more comes our way all the time, so please keep coming back!