Heritage Center
The Canton Area Heritage Center provides a place to showcase artifacts and to capture Canton’s compelling history of 200 years. The Heritage Center and Museum focuses on the industries that have been established in Canton over time. We also honor notable people who’ve made a difference.
Since its founding in 1825, Canton has capitalized on hard work, the talents and entrepreneurial spirit of its residents to bring prosperity and pride to the community. Even in the face of devastating natural disasters and downturns in the economy, Canton has shown resilience and comes back from the fires like a Phoenix to rise again!
Location and Hours: Museum is located at 111 South Main Street, Canton, Illinois 61520. We’re open on the weekends — Fridays, 10-12 noon; Saturdays, 10 am-2 pm; and, Sundays, 1-3 pm. For appointments or group tours, call (309) 647-2242 and leave a message with name and phone number.
The Heritage Center Annual Meeting was Held November 13, 2025. Download 2025 Annual Report. Download 2024 Annual Report
2025 Canton Bicentennial
