Many have seen it for themselves and many have heard its legends. For some, it is a place of happiness, where family would once have picnics and swim in its pond, remembering their lost loved ones. For others, it is a place of sorrow and amazement, where people see balls of light floating among them and human forms appear, only to vanish before their eyes.

Come take a tour of one of the most talked about cemeteries in the world. Discover for yourself how much there is to know and cherish about this most desecrated and historical cemetery in all of Illinois. Learn what kind of people are buried here and how they helped form the surrounding communities. Even find out what you can do to help save one of the most historical landmarks in all of Illinois.

This website was born in 2000 and has gone through many changes. In 2016 everything was transitioned over to Google to help ensure that the information remains available forever. Many people have contributed to the information found within this Library and their support is always appreciated!