Lincoln State School and Colony (Lincoln, Ill.)

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 Employee service record, 1915-1919. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36778466

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 inmates' clothing accounts, 1886-1929. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36802082

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 Employee timebook, 1902-1918. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36778298

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 Payroll vouchers, 1914-1951. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36778410

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 Ledger of county support, 1881-1922. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36802181

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 Case histories, 1865-1930. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36708154

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 Movement of inmate population, 1930-1932. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36748695

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 General orders, 1911-1918. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36700019

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 Receipts, 1899-1914. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36826207

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 Employee injury reports, 1912. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36778723

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 Trial balance, 1918-1927. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36818200

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 Cash book, 1897-1920. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36802274

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 County lists of inmates, 1896-1935. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36708168

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 Nurses' Training School records, 1910-1916. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36778880

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 Private bonds, 1874-1915. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36748843

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 Employee resignation record, 1907-1913. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36778438

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 Commissary ledger, 1935-1946. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36812136

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 sales receipts, 1922-1926. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36787170

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 Certificates of temporary appointment, 1923-1936. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36778766

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 Register of visitors, 1877-1926. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36771669

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 Photograph file [picture], ca. 1880-1941. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36826410

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 Vouchers and orders, 1865-1918. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36826272

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 Restraint book, 1911-1912. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36771720

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 inmate charges, 1874-1921. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36802110

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' personal accounts, 1865-1935. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36801827

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 Package register, 1920-1939. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36771745

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 Correspondence, 1867-1939. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36699989

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 produce sales journal, 1920-1927. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36787113

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 Mattress shop report, 1937-1938. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36793323

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 Trust fund journal, 1907-1920. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36793641

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 Sample book, 1933-1936. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36778040

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 accounts, 1946-1948. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36793091

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 monthly reports, 1917. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36811240

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 Job classifications, 1945. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36778839

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 reports, 1920-1925. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36815262

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 Guide for the clinical examination of children, 1912. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36826536

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 Savings account bank books, 1910-1931. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36825914

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 order books, 1926-1953. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36787191

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 Order books, 1865-1910. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36826024

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 Sales ledger, 1919-1921. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36818174

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 Discharge record, 1916-1938. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36708250

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 Notices to employment bureau, 1933-1934. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36778801

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 accounts receivable, 1937. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36793225

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 Trust fund ledger, 1907-1919. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36801745

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 General accounts journal, 1902-1940. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36811805

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 Payroll analysis, 1942-1949. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36778381

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 Monthly supply summaries, 1931-1935. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36818148

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 Invoices, 1895-1923. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36826341

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 General accounts ledger, 1865-1939. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36811881

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 Attendance records, 1908-1920. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36708294

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 Christmas fund, 1908-1916. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36778101