The immigration of Scottish settlers and migration of other adventuresome pioneers to Edwards made possible a permanent settlement which was organized as a town on April 27, 1827. The first meeting was held at William Martin's. People and places have changed throughout Edwards' 184 year history, but it is still a good place to live and raise a family in 1996. Many genealogies of early families and, also families who came later as industries opened, have been collected and are available at the museum for personal research. Anyone whose roots are in Edwards and wish to contribute their family history to the collection, the information will be accepted gladly.
Local people are always willing to give help and reminisce on earlier generations - just ask.
The town of Edwards has eight cemeteries. Two are basically very small family resting places - Winslow and Brayton. In the village are the old Riverside and the newer Fairview. In the surrounding areas can be found Payne, South Edwards, Pinney and Gates. Main Street in 1890 showing the old wooden buildings.