26 La Salle Street
618-374-1059
Village of Elsah Museum
Residents of the past
Located in the Elsah Village Hall, which was erected in 1887, and operated by the Village of Elsah and the Historic Elsah Foundation, the Village of Elsah Museum covers the history of the town from its founding by James Semple in 1853. Visitors will find exhibits covering the varied architectural styles found throughout the town, Principia College, nearby New Piasa Chautauqua, and tools and other implements used by past residents. Special exhibits are held periodically.
Visiting the Village of Elsah Museum
Visiting Hours
Open April through October
Saturday & Sunday: 1 pm - 4 pm
There is no charge to visit the Village of Elsah Museum.
Explore the community of Elsah.
