Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children.

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Treasurer's receipts, 1865-1897. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36793473

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Chapel annex estimates, 1897. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36786621

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Vacation book, 1905-1907. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36771700

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975- ). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Insurance policies, 1871-1900. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36818224

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Requisition book, 1906-1908. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36826379

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Building census, 1907. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36748649

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of County accounts outstanding, 1877-1896. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36802212

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Mined Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony ((1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Register of inmates, 1879-1908. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36708084

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Cold storage ledger, 1902-1905. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36812008

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Inventory of hardware storeroom, 1869-1881. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36786999

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Custodial building supplies, 1891-1897. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36811569

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Supplies, salaries, and wages ledger, 1875-1883. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36811438

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Mined Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony ((1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Inmates on parole, ca. 1907. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36708229

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Journal of quarterly payments, 1900-1903. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36811647

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Check register, 1901-1902. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36826167

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Mined Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony ((1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Superintendent's list of inmates, 1883-1886. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36708203

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Journal of food purchases, 1894-1895. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36812085

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Mined Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony ((1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Register of readmissions, 1881-1898. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36708038

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Time capsule contents [microform], 1893-1895. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36826502

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Classified payroll, 1902. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36778339

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Business and payroll accounts ledger, 1880-1897. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36811357

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Record book, 1880-1881. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36748583

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Freight and coal ledger, 1888-1890 . (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36811481

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Bookkeeper's journal, 1895-1900. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36811618

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Storekeeper's ledger, 1865-1902. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36811208

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Cold storage ledger, 1902-1904. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36811917

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975- ). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Hospital record, ca. 1874-1903. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36777982

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Medical and surgical casebook, 1869-1886. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36766059

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Scrapbook, 1862-1881. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36771811

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Mined Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony ((1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Register of admissions, 1881-1901. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36707993

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Journal of expenditures and receipts, 1865-1882. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36811185

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Business and payroll accounts journal, 1883-1907. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36811266

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Inventory, 1869-1881. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36786887

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony ((1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of School progress reports, 1868-1892. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36708339

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Brush shop ledger, 1898-1903. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36787149

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Inventory of farm equipment, stock, and produce, 1894. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36787035

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Inmates' cash accounts, 1901-1904. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36811141

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Mined Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony ((1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975- ). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Inmate roster, ca. 1865-1905. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36708053

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Diary, 1869-1893. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36771543

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Treasurer's statements, 1878-1897. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36793385

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975- ). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Press seal, 1877-1909. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36826454

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Building fund estimates, 1875-1894. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36778975

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Financial statements, 1865-1879. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36793518

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Rosters of employees and inmates, 1874-1898. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36778162

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Clothing issue record, 1869-1879. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36801868

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Farm account statements, 1894-1896. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36787079

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Mined Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony ((1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Register of applications, 1865-1908. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36707960

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony ((1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Record of inmate improvement, 1865-1881. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36713975

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Journal of accounts payable, 1888-1896. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36811503

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Weight book, 1896-1907. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36748426

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Daily hospital report, 1880-1886. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36749287

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony ((1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Surveys of inmate progress, 1869-1880. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36708595

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Supply contracts, bids, and construction estimates, 1899-1907. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36786750

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Mined Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony ((1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Admission applications, 1865-1906. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36707920

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Mined Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony ((1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Descriptive register of inmates, 1865-1930. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36708117

Lincoln Developmental Center, an Illinois state developmental center for mentally handicapped children, was initially established (1865) by Illinois Institution for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb directors instructed by the General Assembly to found an Experimental School for the Instruction and Training of Idiots and Feeble-Minded Children in the State of Illinois at Jacksonville. Following a five year trial period, the school was incorporated as the Illinois Institution for the Education of Feeble-Minded Children (1871). Plans for a permanent Lincoln school location were begun in 1875, but the facility did not open until 1878. Additional name changes have included the Illinois Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children (1877-1909); Lincoln State School and Colony (1909-1953); Lincoln State School (1953-1975); and Lincoln Developmental Center (1975-). Administrative responsibility for the school has belonged to the Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities (1871-1909); Board of Administration (1909-1917); Dept. of Public Welfare (1917-1961); Dept. of Mental Health (1961-1975); and Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (1975- ).

From the description of Fund ledger, 1893-1902. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36793587