A new website has been created for Illinois’ bicentennial celebration, which tells the story of Illinois and its history before it became a state 200 years ago. The Illinois State Museum created the website, which features objects from its collection, as well as from other museums. They also include ancient fossils, a ceremonial war club, which was used by the Potawatomi Indians and a miner’s hat, most likely used by workers from the Sangamon County coal mine. Some items will also be featured in an exhibition, that will open on June 20th at the museum in Springfield. To visit this website, head to story.illinoisstatemuseum.org.