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Mound City National Cemetery


141 State Highway 37
Mound City, IL 62963

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On the National Register of Historic Places, this cemetery has soldiers from every war except Revolutionary War; 2,759 markers are unknown. During the eclipse weekend the Interpretative Center Museum Lodge will be open to the public from noon - 4pm...

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Emery Brothers Skating Rink


1700 North Court Street
Marion, IL 62959

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Organ Farms


100-140 East Randolph Street
McLeansboro, IL 62859

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Bring the whole family for Fall Country Fun at the farm. Groups can reserve weekdays and evenings and the public is welcome on weekends. Animals, a corn maze, wonderful food, hayrides, play areas, bonfires and lots more make this a great place to...

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Goofy Golf


1403 North Garfield Street
Marion, IL 62959

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Keyes Park


Washington St. and Park St.
Du Quoin, IL 62832

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This fun filled family park is the site of picnics, family reunions, a children's playground, tennis and basketball courts and a skateboard park. The Veterans Memorial is here and a ceremony held each year after the Veterans Day Parade.

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Izaak Walton Park


100 South Jackson Street
McLeansboro, IL 62859

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The Park provides a boat ramp onto Lake McLeansboro, restroom facilities, and the Izaak Walton Log Cabin. The cabin, built by the local chapter of the Izaak Walton League in 1936, is currently undergoing restoration but will be available for social...

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Kid's Kingdom


3 Meadow Acres Drive
McLeansboro, IL 62859

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A re-creation of Historic McLeansboro where children can climb, swing, slide and play. The park also offers a pavilion, bathroom facilities, and a wooded area for exploration.

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First Official Airmail Mural


201-249 South Jackson Street
McLeansboro, IL 62859

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The mural is located in the Post Office lobby, and was painted by American Artist Dorothea Mierisch. It commemorates the first official airmail flight that took place in McLeansboro September 26, 1912.

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Cohen House


Buena Vista St.
Chester, IL 62233

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This beautifully restored mid-1800's home has cobalt blue windows that were described in a book by author Mark Twain. Tours by appointment and open for special events.

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Giant Superman Statue


Superman Square
Metropolis, IL 62960

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Stop and pose with the 15 foot tall bronze statue on Superman Square.

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