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History & Culture

Downstate Illinois Historical Sites

Downstate Illinois was made for road trips! There is no shortage of historic sites in our region, and we know that history buffs are always on the lookout for places that they haven’t explored yet. With the help of our road trip itineraries, you can discover all that our 21 counties have to offer — from family fun to outdoor adventures and shopping sprees. 

Cumberland County Historical & Genealogical Museum

 Greenup, Illinois
Find exhibits related to the National Road, Abraham Lincoln, county founders and favorite sons, Jerry & Dick Va...more!

Cumberland Covered Bridge

 Toledo, Illinois
The Historic National Road follows Old Hwy. 40 across the state. As it goes through Greenup, the road crosses the E...more!

Greenup Train Depot & Museum

 Greenup, Illinois
Who doesn't love trains? Static displays, trains running through model layouts and even a train circling the ro...more!

Downstate Illinois Events

Downstate Illinois Events

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Whether you’re looking for a festival, marathon or something family-friendly to bring the kids to, Downstate Illinois has something for everyone. The region hosts over 900 events each year, and we pride ourselves on providing the most accurate event information so that you don’t miss a thing.
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From outdoor recreation and adventure to foodies and family fun, we have the trip ideas to plan the perfect vacation.
Road Trip Itineraries

Road Trip Itineraries

22 Counties made for Road Trips
Downstate Illinois was made for road trips! With the help of our road trip itineraries, you can discover all that our 22 counties have to offer — from family fun to outdoor adventures and shopping sprees. 
Check out our calendar of events!
Rainbow Ranch Pumpkin Patch

Rainbow Ranch Pumpkin Patch

 October 1, 2026 - October 31, 2026 @ 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Rainbow Ranch Petting Zoo | Nashville, IL
Annual Library Crawl 2026

Annual Library Crawl 2026

 October 1, 2026 - October 31, 2026 @ 12:00 PM - 12:00 PM
Participating Public Libraries in Southern and Central Illinois | Glen Carbon, IL
Scarecrow Crawl

Scarecrow Crawl

 October 5, 2026 - October 31, 2026 @ 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Historic Main Street | Columbia, IL

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