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 August 18, 2026
AGENDA NOTICE OF MEETING AND AGENDA FOR CANTON CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, August 4, 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: August 16, 2026 | View More »Canton Police Department Testing Set
The Canton Fire and Police Commission is accepting applications for new police officers to create a hiring list for the Canton Police Department. The application packet can be downloaded to print, complete, and return here. The application packet for certified officers interested in transferring can be downloaded here. Applications can also be picked up in […]
Posted: July 2, 2026 | View More »Elected Officials Campaign Packets Available August 25
Elected Official Campaign Packets Available August 25 The City of Canton will have five open elected official positions in the spring of 2026. Interested individuals can pick up a campaign packet from the Office of the City Clerk, located on the second floor of Canton City Hall, 2 N. Main Street. Office hours are 8:00am […]
Posted: August 13, 2026 | View More »Liquor Control Commission Meeting Set
NOTICE OF MEETING AND AGENDA FOR CANTON LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION Tuesday, August 18, 2026 – 11:00 a.m. Canton City Hall – Mayor’s Office 2 N. Main, Canton, IL 61520
Posted: August 16, 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 »Mayor McDowell Proclaims Local State of Emergency and Executive Order Due To Flooding
At the Canton City Council Meeting to be held on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, Mayor McDowell will proclaim a Declaration of Local State of Emergency. This is a result of the excessive rainfall the city has received resulting in widespread flooding. Click on the link below to view this document. Download
Posted: August 16, 2026 | View More »