Camp Douglas Restoration Foundation

The Camp Douglas Restoration Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to increasing awareness and understanding of the Civil War in the Upper Midwest, particularly in Illinois and Chicago. They provide educational and historical information about Camp Douglas, the largest military installation in Illinois, which served as both a training center for Union soldiers and a prison camp for Confederate POWs during the Civil War.

With a focus on preserving and sharing accurate information about the Civil War, the foundation operates as a repository for artifacts, photographs, letters, journals, and diaries related to Camp Douglas. They offer resources and support to educators, historians, and interested individuals, aiming to shed light on the significant impact of Camp Douglas on the economy of Chicago and the history of the Civil War.

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