There will be a planning meeting on Wednesday for the Marion County Bicentennial Celebration.
The newly appointed chair of the Bicentennial Committee Adam Smith says everyone is invited to attend the public meeting at six Wednesday evening in the county board meeting room in the basement of the Law Enforcement Center. There will be a discussion of various ideas and suggestions for activities and commemorations throughout the Bicentennial year of 2023. If you are unable to attend, you may e-mail your ideas to asmith@marionco.illinois.gov.
The county board has heard from local historical leaders over the past year to consider activities that would highlight 200 years of the history of Marion County. On the actual birth date of January 24th, there will be a program and presentation by State Representative Blaine Wilhour at the courthouse beginning at five pm prior to the regular county board meeting. Everyone is invited to attend.
Preliminary plans are underway to host a ‘Beans and Cornbread Cook-off’ on Saturday, March 11th, at the historical Grace United Methodist Church across from the county courthouse beginning at five pm with a program to include a special presentation by US Congressman Mike Bost.
The Sesquicentennial Celebration in 1973 include things like a celebration ball at the Salem Elks, a special church service at the Salem Community High School, an antique car show, a kiddie carnival, a teen dance, and even a parade.
