We are open!
We are open!
Over the years, the natural and built environment of McHenry County has changed from its rural origins. “Forgotten McHenry County” documents remnants of our past, be it ghost ads on buildings, addresses on transoms, post offices no longer in existence, slaughterhouses, distilleries, outside cellar doors and even corncribs & outhouses.
This section will continue to grow as we take more pictures. If you would like to submit a photo, please it send to info@mchenrycountyhistory.org along with its address and info. Our intention is cover all 17 townships of McHenry County.
Volunteers are needed for various other projects! If you are interested in local history or have other skills you can contribute, please complete our Fillable Volunteer Form. If you have any questions, please phone our office at 815-923-2267.
© 2025 MCHS- All Rights Reserved.