Welcome to Historic Leclaire

 

The Leclaire National Historic District is a 19th century neighborhood in the heart of Edwardsville, Illinois. Founded by social visionary N.O. Nelson in 1890, Leclaire was a model cooperative village offering affordable homes, a healthful environment, free education, opportunities for recreation and self improvement, and pleasant working conditions at the N. O. Nelson Manufacturing Company.

 

Neighborhood News

News
Leclaire Memorial Bricks On Sale Again

Friends of Leclaire has re-opened the memorial brick program at Leclaire Park after receiving many requests for bricks over the years.

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Friends of Leclaire has Award-Winning Newsletter

The Friends of Leclaire Newsletter was awarded a Certificate of Merit by the Illinois State Historical Society at their Best of Illinois History celebration held via Zoom on April 23. A quarterly publication, the newsletter has been published by the Friends of Leclaire (FOL) since 1990.

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Leclaire Park Improvements

The Edwardsville Parks and Recreation Department has made many improvements at Leclaire Park this fall. The water level of the Lake was lowered in late summer so a stone wall could be installed along the Madison Avenue bank of the lake.

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Upcoming Events

 
Learn the unique story of Leclaire.

Learn the unique story of Leclaire.

 
 
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Welcome Residents

Whether you've lived here for 20 years or 20 days, find helpful resident information here, such as our monthly organization meetings, Edwardsville's historic code, and FOL volunteer opportunities. 

 
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visit leclaire

Leclaire is home to a 5-acre park, a nationally recognized college, a celebrated Children's Museum, and lovingly restored homes.