Harrisburg in Saline County, Illinois — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Virginia Gregg
Photographed By Jason Voigt, February 14, 2022
1. Virginia Gregg Marker
Actress Virginia Gregg was born at 325 East Locust Street in Harrisburg on March 6, 1916. In an acting career spanning 40-plus years, she appeared in no less than 1,200 radio and television dramas, and more than 40 motion pictures, usually in supporting roles. Her television work included roles in Gunsmoke, Dragnet, Dr. Kildare, The Twilight Zone, The Waltons, and many others. Film castings included Spencer's Mountain, Operation Petticoat, and as the off-screen voice of the mummified mother in all three Psycho films. Her skill and versatility led her to be described as "The Actress's Actress." Virginia Gregg died in Encino, California, on September 15, 1986.Erected 2016 by Saline County Historical Society and the Illinois State Historical Society.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, Music • Entertainment • Women. In addition, it is included in the Illinois State Historical Society series list. A significant historical date for this entry is March 6, 1916.
Location. 37° 44.342′
Photographed By Jason Voigt, February 14, 2022
2. Virginia Gregg Marker
Marker is in front of a private residence.
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 2 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Dr. Lewis and the Lewis Sanatorium (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Harrisburg City Hall (about 700 feet away); Saline County Courthouse Clock (approx. 0.2 miles away); Harrisburg (approx. 0.2 miles away); Blockhouses (approx. 1.6 miles away); River Pirate's Cabin (approx. 1.6 miles away); Aydolette Cabin (approx. 1.6 miles away); Chenault School (approx. 1.6 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Harrisburg.
Also see . . . Virginia Gregg on Wikipedia. Gregg was originally a musician, like her mother. She later moved to California, performing bass and singing on radio shows. Before venturing to the small and big screens, Gregg was a prolific radio actress. She once said of her work as a character actress of television, "I work steadily, but I have no identity!' (Submitted on February 14, 2022, by Jason Voigt of Glen Carbon, Illinois.)
Photographed By Unknown, 1951
3. Virginia Gregg
Publicity photo (public domain)
Credits. This page was last revised on February 14, 2022. It was originally submitted on February 14, 2022, by Jason Voigt of Glen Carbon, Illinois. This page has been viewed 273 times since then and 62 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on February 14, 2022, by Jason Voigt of Glen Carbon, Illinois.
