Welcome to P.A.S.T. of union co., Illinois
P.A.S.T. (Promoting Appreciation of Structural Treasures) of Union County, Illinois is a charitable, non-profit organization whose mission is to encourage the preservation of historic structures and sites as well as the stories of the people connected to them. We welcome you to discover who we are and support our projects and events.
507 S. MAIN ST. ANNA, IL
St. Anne's, a truly unique piece of history currently preserved by P.A.S.T., is on the National Register of Historic Places. The church, which holds events throughout the year, was saved through generous donations of time, work, and financial support from the community, as well as P.A.S.T. grant efforts.
Visit our St. Anne's page under the Projects tab to learn more, including how to rent this cherished place for your next special event.
102 S. MAIN ST. JONESBORO, IL
The Heritage House dates back to the pre-Civil War era. The property was acquired by P.A.S.T. to house a museum and center for local history. It features a Lincoln-Douglas room honoring the history of the 1858 debate in Jonesboro and other historic items and resources.
Visit the Heritage House page to learn more, including how to visit and utilize this special home and museum.
We greatly appreciate your financial support of our projects and are now accepting online donations.
P.A.S.T. Events & News:
upcoming events
Friday, June 7th, 2024 Tombstones at Twilight
-7:30 pm meeting at Hindman Park for Anna Cemetery tour (no charge)
Saturday, June 8th, 2024 Annabelle Festival
10 am - 2 pm Self-Guided Walking Tour of “Timeless Treasures” in Downtown Anna
-Kiosk will be set-up downtown with information (no charge).
1:00 Bus Tour of Historic Homes and Churches leaving from the corner of E. Davie and Main.
-Tickets $20 each, payable at time of event and includes booklet.
P.A.S.T. was honored to welcome Jonesboro 8th grade students and their teachers on September 22, 2023, giving them a tour of the property and some brief lessons on our local history. Thank you to our guests and all involved.