Decembe 2025 – READ NOW
Contents include: Information about touring the Historic Garfield Street Saloon and the Museum of Mid-Century Modern Architecture, a letter from President Larry Betz, a recap of the 1950s Retro Holiday Party, a showcase of the 2026 calendar (Seeing Belleville Through Stained Glass), and an essay from Historian Robert D. Brunkow entitled “A Saloonist, Belleville’s Foundry Industry, and 123 West Main Street.

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September 2025 – READ NOW
Contents include: A preview of upcoming Belleville Historic Society events, including the Paint Historic Belleville Art Auction and a Concert on the Lawn, how you can tour the Historic Garfield Street Saloon, a recap of the Community Yardsale and Gary Karasek Art Exhibit and an essay from Historian Robert D. Brunkow entitled “The Belleville Airport: The Other Field of Dreams.”

August 2023 (PDF) »
Contents include: Hotel Belleville/Meredith Home award; Event roundup, including upcoming Paint Historic Belleville art event, MCM photo exhibit, and Fall Concert; Discovery of another Charles. E. King house; improvements at the Blazier House / Midcentury Modern Architecture Museum; Preservation essay by historian Robert D. Brunkow; gratitude for our donors and members