Our April 2019 newsletter has arrived. Happy Easter!
Newsletter April 2019
Tag: Kirkland Illinois
Newsletter November 2017
Our November newsletter has arrived, along with some Memories of Kirkland!
Newsletter June 2016
Our summer 2016 newsletter is here! Check it out!
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William Kirk: Founder of Kirkland
William T. Kirk (1815-1900) was a pioneer settler of Franklin Township. In 1837, the town of Kirkland was named after William and his family.
He and his wife, Louisa, raised 9 children in Kirkland. He owned over 1500 acres and gave the right of way through the town for the Milwaukee Railroad.
Looking for Kirkland Memorabilia
The Kirkland Historical Society is always looking for memorabilia from Kirkland Illinois’ history. Please consider donating artifacts for our future generations!
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