About Us

ABOUT US

The St. Charles County Historical Society (SCCHS) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization focused on preserving the history and genealogy
of St. Charles County.

Our mission is to foster an understanding and appreciation of all aspects of St. Charles County
history and genealogy.

SCCHS was founded in 1956 with a mission to preserve the rich history of the county.  In 2009 the St. Charles County Genealogical Society merged with SCCHS and the mission expanded to include the preservation of the genealogical records of the county.

We carry out our mission through:

  • Preserving the county’s historical and genealogical records in our archives
  • Hosting events and speakers on historical topics
  • Sharing genealogy tips with our members
  • Publishing quarterly scholarship on historical topics

The Archives is home to over 200 years of historical documents, manuscripts, maps, photographs, and early government records. These records include but are not limited to:

  • Birth records
  • Church records
  • Marriage records
  • Census records 
  • Property records
  • Naturalization records
  • Wills and Probate files
  • Obituaries
  • Burial and cemetery records
  • Genealogical publications and books
  • Photographs
  • Diaries, journals, scrapbooks, and personal records
  • Atlases, plat books, and Sandborn and aerial maps
  • Local newspapers dating as far back as
    the mid-19th century
  • Circuit court records
  • Business records

To begin your online research experience

Operating Year: May 2024 - April 2025

Officers/Executive Committee

President: Joan Koechig

1st Vice President: David Kottmann

2nd Vice President: Steve Tesson

Corporate Secretary: Dennis Hahn

Treasurer: Linda Rea

Committee Chairpersons

Archives: Trish K Walther

Awards: Robert E. Braun

Cemeteries: Carol Selph

Development & Long-Range Vision: Joan Koechig

Finance: Dennis Hahn

Membership & Publicity: David Kottmann

Nominating: Sally Stumberg

Planning & Education: Ray Kemp

Properties: Steve Tesson

Website: Justin Watkins

Board Of Directors

Director (2026<--2023): Scott Lewis

Director (2026<--2023): Steve Tesson

Director (2026<--2023): David Kottmann

Director (2026<--2023): Sally Stumberg

Director (2026<--2023): Jack R Sandridge

Director (2027<--2024): Robert F. Brown

Director (2027<--2024): Dennis Hahn

Director (2027<--2024): Joan Koechig

Director (2027<--2024): Justin Watkins

Director (2028<--2022): Carol Selph

Director (2028<--2025): Richard Alexander

Director (2028<--2025): Ray Kemp

Director (2028<--2025): Trish K Walther

Staff

Archivist: Amy Haake

Director of Administration: Julia Jacobs

Executive Secretary: Stephanie Lea Erthal

St. Charles County Heritage

Chairperson: Robert F. Brown

Editor: Robert F. Brown

Editor Emeritus: Robert Schultz, Ph.D.

Website

Content Manager: Tamra Alexander

Content Manager: Trish K Walther