1925 Centennial Medal
Centennial Medal — Canton, Illinois. During Canton’s Bicentennial, the 1925 Time Capsule was opened and 114 items revealed. They include histories of pioneer families and civic organizations, photos and biographies of prominent people, photos and descriptions of the 1925 Centennial Celebrations, as well as publications, books and newsletters of the period. The contents are on display at the Canton Area Heritage Center, 111 South Main. The Centennial medal pictured here […]
Posted: April 7, 2025 | View More »Time Capsule Spotlight
Screen capture — Canton Area Heritage Center Facebook page. Featured on the museum’s Facebook page are descriptions and photos of items retrieved from the 1925 Time Capsule in June, 2025. We are calling the articles, “Time Capsule Spotlight.” Read about notable people, organizations and the Centennial Celebration itself in the continuing series. Find our Facebook page at Canton Area Heritage Center. Follow the Facebook Page here!
Posted: May 26, 2026 | View More »New Acquisition, IH Time Clock
E. Howard & Co. was an American horology firm renowned for producing high-quality pocket watches and clocks, founded in 1858 by Edward Howard in Roxbury, Massachusetts. The clock with time stamp capability is encased in a free-standing wooden box with four top finials. It was supposedly a means to log safety checks as they were completed at the International Harvester-Canton Plant. The piece was donated by the Ted and Martha Strode […]
Posted: May 26, 2026 | View More »WELCOME NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
The Canton Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to welcome Seth Klinedinst as the next Executive Director The Canton Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce that Seth Klinedinst has been selected as its new Executive Director, with his tenure beginning on January 5, 2026. A lifelong Canton resident with a deep appreciation for […]
Posted: June 22, 2023 | View More »Canton City Council Meeting Agenda for June 2, 2026
AGENDA NOTICE OF MEETING AND AGENDA FOR CANTON CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, June 2, 2026 – 6:30 p.m. Historic Depot – Donald E. Edwards Way 50 North 4th Avenue, Canton, Illinois 61520 Agendas and Minutes are available online at: www.cantonillinois.org Anyone desiring to address the City Council on matters germane/relevant to the agenda will […]
Posted: May 15, 2026 | View More »Canton Fire Department Testing Set
The Canton Fire and Police Commission is accepting applications for new firefighters to create a hiring list for the Canton Fire Department. The application packet can be downloaded to print, complete, and return here. Applications can also be picked up in the Mayor’s Office, 2 N. Main Street, M-F from 8am – 5pm. Application deadline […]
Posted: April 22, 2026 | View More »City Offers Text/Email Alerts
The City of Canton is pleased to offer an email and/or text message alert system that residents may choose to sign up for. It will automatically send alerts regarding water main breaks, Boil Orders, or any other vital information. To sign up for alerts, simply text the word CANTON to 8887777. Contact the water department […]
Posted: November 19, 2025 | View More »Opera House Plaza Schedules Summer Events
Live at the Plaza Music Series 2026 Come on out for the Live at the Plaza Music Series in Downtown Canton at the Opera House Plaza featuring nationally touring artists on the brand-new Plaza stage. Bring a lawn chair or blanket for seating whiling sitting outside to enjoy a variety of Tribute bands featured throughout […]
Posted: May 14, 2026 | View More »