Mattoon Library Genealogical Materials

The local history room offers the genealogical researcher a wealth of source material. Some of the materials available include biographical sketches, marriage records, death records, and photos. Example photos of historic Mattoon residents are given below.
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Right: Capt. Joseph Withington Born Newberry Point, Mass. 05/04/1834 Left: Unknown Mattoon Woman |
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Ebenezer Noyes Came to Mattoon in 1854 and was the Founder of the West Side of Mattoon.