DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) — The Decatur Genealogical Society broke ground on Thursday for its new building.
The Decatur Genealogical Society was established in 1964 and is the largest non-tax-supported genealogical library in Illinois. The society also serves as a repository for original Macon County Records such as original probate records from 1830 to 1995, inheritance tax records, microfilm of vital records, and more.
"We have something on every county, every state, and some countries," said Cheri Hunter, President and Librarian.
The organization is currently on West South Side Drive in Decatur. The new space is at 2623 E. Pershing Road Decatur, IL 62526.
The groundbreaking for the new Decatur Genealogical Society building.
The new building will double the organization's size. It will also have everything on one level and provide more access for people wanting to do research.
"I'm very excited about this move. Each time has been bigger and better," said Jan Camp, a member since 1969.
The group plans to expand digital research and provide more space for people to come in. The goal is to open the doors on East Pershing Road next year.
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