Vermilion County, Illinois’
Pioneer Recognition Project
In Collaboration With the County’s 200th Anniversary
Did you have an ancestor who resided in Vermilion County, Illinois, by 1876 or earlier?
If so, please check this link for details for how to recognize your ancestor.
Hours of operation:
Tuesday – Friday – 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Saturdays – 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM


- Illinois’ first chartered genealogical society (1964).
- Publishes Illiana Genealogist, a quarterly Illiana Genealogical and historical publication provided to all members.
- Operates a comprehensive and independent genealogical library at 215 North Street, Danville, IL 61832.
- 100% volunteer-run.
- Conducts research at a reasonable cost.
- Repository of all Vermilion County, Illinois, probate files from c1829-1970.
- Please check our website and visit us at the IGHS library!