Kincaid
Coal and Union Battles
State: Illinois
County: Christian County
Founded: 1913
Abandoned: 1970s (as company town)
Peak Population: 3,000
Kincaid was a model company town built by Peabody Coal. The company provided housing, stores, and services. Labor battles made Kincaid famous in union history. When the mine closed, the town's economy collapsed.
Company Town
Peabody built Kincaid as a complete community. Workers lived in company houses and shopped at company stores.
Labor History
Major strikes in the 1930s made Kincaid famous in labor history. The union eventually won recognition.
Timeline
- 1913 - Founded Peabody built the town
- 1930s - Strikes Labor battles
- 1970s - Mine Closed Company town ended
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Year-round
Difficulty: Easy
Time Needed: 1 hour
Quick Facts
- Important site in labor history
- Some residents remain
- Original company buildings stand
Location
Address: Kincaid, Illinois
Coordinates: 39.5889, -89.4153