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Lincoln Theatre (Belleville)
The historic theatre features first-run movies, organ concerts, puppet shows, and other special events. Tours are available by appointment. Visit Our Website
103 East Main Street | Belleville, IL 62220
618-233-0123

Skyview Drive- In (Belleville)
Open from April to October, this theatre shows first-run movies, and is one of only 100 drive-ins left in the US.
5700 North Belt West | Belleville, IL
618-233-4400

Limelight Players (Belleville)
This troupe can be found at a variety of venues from dinner theater at Fischer's Restaurant to stage shows at Southwestern Illinois College.
Belleville, IL
618-628-9998 | 618-235-5600

Cathedral Players Guild (Belleville)
This theatre group, dating back to the 1930s, does an annual summer show at the McCormick Center in Belleville.
301 North 1st Street | Belleville, IL
618-233-9401

Belleville Philharmonic Society (Belleville)
The nation's second oldest continuously performing symphony orchestra since 1867 gives concerts throughout the year.
116 North Jackson Street | Belleville, IL 62220
618-235-5600

Art on the Square (Belleville)
This juried art show for all media was given the 2005 Art Fair Source Book Award for "The Best Small Town Fine Art Festival in America" and ranked in the top 10 shows in the nation in Sunshine Artists magazine. Held in May.
Downtown Belleville | Belleville, IL
800-677-9255

Lincoln Theatre (Belleville)
103 East Main Street | Belleville, IL 62220
618-233-0123

The Schmidt Art Center and Gallery (Belleville)
The Schmidt's galleries feature changing exhibits by regional and national artists. The center is surrounded by a beautifully landscaped sculpture garden.
Southwestern Illinois College, 2500 Carlyle Avenue | Belleville, IL
618-222-5278

St. Clair County Historical Society Museum (Belleville)
A Victorian adaptation of a Greek Revival home built in the early 1800's, the museum has furniture, vintage clothing, artifacts, quilts and an extensive research library and gift shop.
701 E Washington Street | Belleville, IL
618-234-0600

Emma Kunz House (Belleville)
Considered to be the oldest Greek Revival style home in Illinois, the house contains antiques and memorabilia from the 1800s.
602 Fulton Street | Belleville, IL
618-234-0600

Labor & Industry Museum (Belleville)
Permanent and temporary exhibits reflect Belleville's manufacturing and cultural history from 1850 to 1940 - considered to be Belleville's Golden Era. The collection is extensive and currently reflects the stove, agricultural, stencil, cigar and glassmaking industries. The newest temporary exhibit interprets the tragedy of the 1957 flood. Recently an 1850s blacksmith shop has been added and the gigantic and famous Harrison Jumbo steam engine is part of the collection. A research library is available by appointment. The museum is housed in an 1837 German Streethouse and an 1870 manufactory building. Visit Our Website
123 N. Church Street | Belleville, IL 62220
618-222-9430

Clinton County Showcase (Breese)
The Showcase performs at the historic and newly renovated Avon Theatre. The season includes a children's play in the summer.
PO Box 163 | Breese, IL
618-526-2866

St. Louis Air & Space Museum (Cahokia)
Learn about the history of aviation in the St. Louis Area.
2300 Vector Drive | Cahokia, IL 62206
618-332-3664 | 877-332-3664

Clinton County Historical Museum (Carlyle)
Built in the late 1800s as a private home, the museum holds many artifacts from the area, including genealogical material, books, and periodicals on the history of the county.
1091 Franklin Street | Carlyle, IL
618-594-2468

Centralia Historical Society Museum (Centralia)
Termed "One of the Hidden Gems of the Midwest", this 3 story former grocery warehouse features a large model train layout, agriculture and oil memorabilia, 1947 mine disaster display plus local "orphan" sports items and more.
240 S. Locust Street | Centralia, IL
618-545-0657

Centralia Cultural Society (Centralia)
A non-profit community arts organization that produces and sponsors arts and educational activities. The organization consists of a Philharmonic Orchestra, Little Theatre Players, A Choral Society, and much more.
1250 East Rexford St., P.O. Box 220 | Centralia, IL 62801
618-532-2951

Randolph County Museum & Archives (Chester)
See an old electric chair (last used to execute a woman who killed her brother), and many county & Native American artifacts, Kaskaskia manuscripts and Native American artifacts. Located next to the Courthouse and Courtyard of Flags.
1 Taylor Street | Chester, IL
618-826-2667

Spinach Can Collectibles Museum (Chester)
Located in the 1875 Opera House, this is the home of the official Popeye Fan Club and has memorabilia on display dating back to the early twentieth century.
1001 State Street | Chester, IL 62233
618-826-4567

Curtains' Up Theatre Company (Collinsville)
The Company performs at The Miner's Theatre.
204 West Main Street | Collinsville, IL
618-692-9934

Generations T-Shirts and Urban Art Coop (Collinsville)
101 E Main St | Collinsville, IL 62234
(618)343-4206

The Art Loft Gallery (Collinsville)
This gallery and boutique gift shop is located in a 102 year old local landmark house and is an authorized dealer for world renown artist, P. Buckley Moss, being the largest Moss dealer in Illinois and Missouri.
702 St. Louis Road | Collinsville, IL 62234
618-344-1212

Collinsville Historical Society Museum (Collinsville)
Where local and world history comes alive. Located in our new state of the art facility.
406 West Main Street | Collinsville, IL
618-344-1834

T.L. Biegert Art Gallery (Collinsville)
Custom & Handmade Jewelry in Silver & Gold; Blown Art Glass, Fusion Art Glass, Photos, Sculptures in Stainless Steel , Raku Pottery, Paints, Murano Glass from Italy
113 West Main Street | Collinsville, IL 62234
618-345-3399

Katherine Dunham Museum (East St. Louis)
The museum houses Miss Dunham's outstanding collection of symbolic and functional art, including more than 250 African and Caribbean art objects from more than 50 countries. Admission is free and Hours Open daily 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Closed on Wednesday and Sunday Visit Our Website
1005 Pennsylvania Ave | East St. Louis, IL 62201
618-874-8560

ArtEAST (Edwardsville)
Art lovers get a map to more than 150 studios to watch demonstrations and view exhibition every October. Call for a current map and information.
Edwardsville, IL
618-656-3348

Madison County Historical Society Museum & Archives (Edwardsville)
The 1836 Weir House is filled with an amazing display of artifacts representing local and county history with the recent addition of a historic research library.
715 N Main St. | Edwardsville, IL
618-656-7562

Summer ShowBiz (Edwardsville)
Two shows are performed annually at the Dunham Hall Theatre located on the campus of SIUE. The state-of-the-art live performance theatre has seating for up to approximately 400 people.
SIUE | Edwardsville, IL 62026
618-650-2774

Piece of Mind Books (Edwardsville)
109 N. Kansas St. | Edwardsville, IL 62025
618-656-7277

The 1820 Colonel Benjamin Stephenson House (Edwardsville)
This two-story Federal home is the oldest brick building in Madison County. Col. Stephenson, who was a contemporary of the first territorial governor Ninian Edwards, completed the home in 1821. The house offers hands-on history tours with historically costumed docents.
409 South Buchanan | Edwardsville, IL 62025
618-692-1818

Gateway Classic Cars & Museum (Fairmont City)
See everything from Model T's to Muscle cars and shop the Antique Mall for classic car models and memorabilia.
5401 Collinsville Road | Fairmont City, IL 62201
800-231-3616

Salute to the Arts (Fairview Heights)
This juried art show, held in August, is for all media and has activities for all ages. 100 artists are chosen from around the United States and internationally to show and sell their work. Children can create their own masterpieces to take home.
Moody Park at Longacre | Fairview Heights, IL
618-632-1102

Glen Carbon Heritage Museum (Glen Carbon)
The museum is housed in a renovated 1914 school building located in the "Old Town" section of the Village. Visit Our Website
124 School St. | Glen Carbon, IL
618-288-7271

Yanda Log Cabin (Glen Carbon)
The ceiling rafters and attic floor are from the original log cabin, and the sidewalks are made from a school building dating back to 1912. Available for group activities, community events, and tours by appointment.
Main Street | Glen Carbon, IL
618-288-7271

Old Six Mile Museum in the Emmert- Zippel House (Granite City)
This 158-year-old home has displays of Civil War artifacts, an Indian collection, and 1830's furnishings.
3279 Maryville Rd | Granite City, IL 62040
618-877-1208

SummerStage (Granite City)
Year-round live performances are offered (don't let the name fool you!).
1350 27th Street | Granite City, IL
618-451-1032

Old Fire Engine Museum (Granite City)
Antique firefighting equipment and memorabilia are on display.
1411 19th Street | Granite City, IL
618-931-3723

Art Walk (Greenville)
Local artists, bands, music, art demonstrations and dinner theatre come together to celebrate local talent. Art includes drawing, painting, sculpture, weaving, quilting and more. Event is held in September.
Greenville, IL

American Farm Heritage Museum (Greenville)
Farm implements, tools, tractors and other equipment dating back 100 years are featured. Open Saturdays April - October and for special events.
I-70 at IL 127 | Greenville, IL
618-664-3050

Ten Talents Gallery & Gifts (Greenville)
The gallery showcases regional artists' work throughout the year.
114 S Second St. | Greenville, IL 62246
618-664-9432

Hoiles-Davis Museum (Greenville)
Formerly a private residence, this is now home to an extensive collection of Civil War and WWI memorabilia, Indian artifacts, domestic arts, and items from local manufacturers.
318 W Winter Ave. | Greenville, IL
618-664-1590

The Old Firehouse Emporium (Greenville)
Local artists display work including drawings, paintings, gourd art, wood crafts and more.
214 N. Third Street | Greenville, IL

Richard W. Bock Sculpture Museum (Greenville)
The museum features hundreds of sculptural pieces by Richard Bock, best known for his work with architect Frank Lloyd Wright.
Greenville College Campus, 315 E. College Ave. | Greenville, IL 62246
618-664-6724

Factory Theatre (Greenville)
The Factory Theatre, an intimate studio setting, is housed in what was originally the Greenville Steam Laundry, the Hygienic Ice Company, the Hygienic Dairy and the Ice Cream Company. Today, plays are performed for almost 3,000 patrons each year with a season of up to six plays. Now the sewing machines in the costume shop create colorful dresses, hats, and capes rather than work gloves.
Greenville College, 315 E. College Avenue | Greenville, IL 62246
618-664-6550

Globe Theater (Greenville)
The marquee dates back to the 1920s, but the audio-visual equipment is state of the art. Three screens run first-run movies.
105 North 3rd Street | Greenville, IL 62246
618-664-4400

One Room Schoolhouse Museum (Greenville)
Located at the modern Jr. High School, the building was restored by retired teachers.
1200 Junior High Drive | Greenville, IL
618-664-9272

Hamel School Log Cabin (Hamel)
Built between 1820 and 1852, the building contains artifacts from that period.
Hamel School Park, 400 W. State Rt. 140 | Hamel, IL
618-633-2484

Street Art Festival (Highland)
Artists from the St. Louis metro area and beyond transform the streets around the historic downtown square into an outdoor museum as they create fabulous street paintings in chalk. Watch the artists at work, enjoy a variety of food, drink and music. Young artists can create their own work of art at the Kreative Kids Korner. Visit Our Website
907 Main Street (on the Square) | Highland, IL 62249
618-654-3721

The Palace Theatre (Highland)
The 60-seat facility is complete with a restored 1928 Barton 12-rank theatre pipe organ. It was originally built to perform popular music and to accompany the silent movies of the 1920's. Group tours available.
Highland Chamber of Commerce | Highland, IL
618-654-3721

Hard Road Theater Productions (Highland)
This community theater group uses the Highland Upper Elementary Auditorium. The 2008-09 season includes Bye, Bye Birdie in August, Never Too Late in October and A Grand Night for Singing in January.
1800 Lindenthal Avenue | Highland, IL
618-654-7748

Art in the Park (Highland)
Don't miss this up and coming art show held in the fall.
Highland Chamber of Commerce | Highland, IL
618-654-4727

Wicks Pipe Organ Company (Highland)
A premier manufacturer of church organs for over 100 years, Wicks offers tours by appointment through the Chamber of Commerce.
1100 5th Street | Highland, IL
618-654-3721 (Chamber of Commerce)

Louis Latzer Homestead (Highland)
The founder of the Pet Milk Company built this house that was one of the first with electricity and running water inside. Home to annual festivals celebrating early farm life.
RR 3 | Highland, IL
618-654-7957

Pioneer Log Cabin Village (Kinmundy)
16 pre-Civil War furnished cabins are open for self-guided tours. Open April 15-Nov 15.
12 mi. north of Salem on Hwy 37 | Kinmundy, IL 62854
618-547-7123 | 618-547-3291

The Hett Center for the Arts at McKendree University (Lebanon)
Distinguished speakers, concerts and drama are all part of the playbill at The Hett.
701 College Road | Lebanon, IL 62254
618-537-4481

The Mermaid House (Lebanon)
Charles Dickens stayed here in 1842 while researching his book on American prairies.
114 East St. Louis Street | Lebanon, IL
618-537-8420

Looking Glass Playhouse (Lebanon)
Drama, musicals and comedy performances are on the bill. The 2006 season includes Urinetown, Our Town, and South Pacific.
301 West Saint Louis Street | Lebanon, IL
618-537-4962

Maeystown Rock Mill Museum (Maeystown)
The entire village of Maeystown is on the National Register of Historic Places with much of the village history preserved in the museum.
Mill Street | Maeystown, IL
618-458-6660

Schneidewind Barn Museum (Marissa)
Hundreds of interesting items are housed in what was formerlly a working farm's barn.
1157 Schneidewind Rd. | Marissa, IL
618-295-2304

Marissa Academy Museum and Coal Miners Monument (Marissa)
Memorabilia celebrating the city's growth from a coal mining town to the present make this an interesting stop.
Marissa Park, 610 S. Main St. | Marissa, IL
618-295-2562

Mascoutah Heritage Museum (Mascoutah)
The Museum gathers history from Mascoutah, Engelmann and Shiloh Valley Townships. Harvey C. Pitt's mounted waterfowl collection is featured along with dolls, wedding dresses, toys and farm items.
306 W. Main St. | Mascoutah, IL 62258
618-566-9774

Berger- Kiel Log House (Mascoutah)
Get a glimpse into local life in the 1800's viewing the log house and the Anstedt barn and period garden.
931 North Sixth St. | Mascoutah, IL 62258
618-566-9774

Washington County Historical Museum (Nashville)
Built in 1871 as a private residence, this building now holds hundreds of artifacts from the county including a display of period wedding dresses.
326 South Kaskaskia Street | Nashville, IL
618-327-8140

Rieso Farm Museum & Antiques (New Athens)
A large collection of machinery and primitives dating back to the 1800's are on display.
3125 George Leilich Rd. | New Athens, IL 62264
618-475-3712

Open House Theater (New Athens)
Shows are performed at the Turkey Hill Grange, Progressive Grange, and The New Athens Senior Center.
New Athens, IL
618-475-3248

O'Fallon Historical Society Museum & Archives (O'Fallon)
Exhibits and research library focusing on O'Fallon area history including native sons, Oscar-winning actor William Holden and illustrator Bernie Fuchs. Housed in 1904 bank building. Open Wed., Fri.& Sat., 1-4pm and by appointment. Free admission.
101 W. State St. | O'Fallon, IL 62269
618-624-8409

Missoula Children's Theatre (O'Fallon)
Up to 60 local children are cast in an adaptation of a favorite fairy tale, such as Princess & the Pea, Sleeping Beauty, Peter Pan, Pinnochio, Treasure Island. Two shows performed each April.
Arts Commission | O'Fallon, IL
618-624-0139

Strange Folk Festival (O'Fallon)
This is the Heartland's largest outdoor indie art festival with 120 juried vendors from the U.S. and Canada. Shop for affordable counter-culture eclectic art and enjoy live music, good food, free wi-fi, free art activities for kids. It is held in September and admission is free. Voted Best Festival in St Louis by readers of Riverfront Times. Visit Our Website
O'Fallon Community Park | O'Fallon, IL 62269
618-624-0139

Heritage House Museum (Okawville)
The complex includes three properties; Dr. Poos Home & Medical Museum (202 N. Front St); the Frank Schlosser Home (114 W. Walnut), a turn- of-the-century house, barn, harness shop, and commercial laundry; and the Joseph Schlosser Home.
Okawville Tourism | Okawville, IL
618-243-5694

Perry County Jail Museum (Pinckneyville)
Built in 1871, the Jail Museum was the city's third jail. The Sheriff and his family lived upstairs, and women prisoners were kept in locked rooms. The men were housed downstairs. Today, the building houses the museum collection, including a one-room school, clothing, furniture and other artifacts dating to the 1800s.
108 W. Jackson Street | Pinckneyville, IL
618-357-2225

Martin/ Boismenue House (Prairie du Pont)
Built in the 1790's in the French vertical-log style, this is the oldest known residence in Illinois.
2110 First Street | Prairie du Pont, IL 62206
618-332-1782

The Creole House (Prairie du Rocher)
The house built in 1800 is an example of a combination of French and American architecture. Tours by appointment.
Market Street | Prairie du Rocher, IL
618-282-2245

Arts & More - Gallery (Red Bud)
302 North Main St. | Red Bud, IL 62278
282-6002

Alfred Brown Museum (Sparta)
A large collection of post cards from the 1904 World's Fair, a drum from the Civil War, Indian artifacts, old uniforms, and school artifacts anchor the collection.
132 W. Broadway St., the old Sparta City Hall | Sparta, IL
618-443-6908 | 618-443-3138

Roscoe Misselhorn Gallery (Sparta)
Two thousand original drawings, paintings, and woodcuts by Roscoe Misselhorn, the Norman Rockwell of the Midwest, are displayed in the old GM&O depot. Much of the work is in black and white and depicts historic sites throughout the area.
611 West Second Street | Sparta, IL
618-443-5668

Zacheis Tractor Museum (Sparta)
Meet Allis-Chalmers and John Deere here! Hundreds of tractors and other farm equipment are parked in rows in the Museum. A replica of the Zacheis dealership Parts Store and a room filled with vintage and recent agricultural toys are also features.
401 East 4th Street | Sparta, IL
618-965-3847 | 618-521-7757| Fax 618-965-9201

Sparta Community Chorus & Players (Sparta)
This area group has an annual schedule of performances at the Sparta Community Playhouse.
1325 N Market St. | Sparta, IL 62286
(618) 443-8029

Paul Simon Museum (Troy)
Memorabilia of Sen. Paul Simon's life and service in the U.S. Senate is gathered here. Simon took over the Troy Tribune in 1948 when he was 19 years old living in the city for 25 years. Open Wed, Thurs & Sat and by appt.
118 W. Market St. | Troy, IL
618-667-3873

Marilyn's Country Gallery (Vandalia)
A collection of work in several media from artists in Central and Southwestern Illinois, including the owner's wonderful paintings.
131 N. Fifth St. | Vandalia, IL 62471
618-283-8748

Fayette County Museum (Vandalia)
The museum contains Lincoln-era memorabilia and artifacts of the people living in the county. Of special interest is an original paper press from the Capitol and Lincoln's froe.
301 West Main | Vandalia, IL
618-283-4866

Little Brick House (Vandalia)
The house is filled with china, furniture, engravings, and books belonging to settlers during the time Abraham Lincoln attended the legislature (1834-1839). Tours by appointment.
621 St. Clair Street | Vandalia, IL 62471
618-283-2728

Veterans Educational Museum (Vandalia)
Items on display are from the Civil War, WWI, WWII, Korea, Vietnam and Desert Storm along with flags from 45 countries. Also here is a rare signed copy of Adolph Hitler's Mein Kampf.
321 S. Seventh St. | Vandalia, IL 62471
618-283-0832

Vandalia Artworks Gallery (Vandalia)
The gallery uses exhibit space in the Fayette County Museum. Special exhibits scheduled through the year.
301 West Main | Vandalia, IL
618-283-4866

Bellefontaine House (Waterloo)
Meriwether Lewis is reported to have stayed here. It was home to some of the earliest settlers in Illinois (1782).
North Main Street | Waterloo, IL
618-939-8227

Rex's Museum (Waterloo)
A Lionel train set shares space with a Li'l Abner Dogpatch Band windup toy and British toy soldiers, antique collectibles, clothing, glassware, a mule deer antler chandelier & more.
8219 Gall Rd. | Waterloo, IL 62298
618-939-7810

History Museum of Monroe County (Waterloo)
Anchored by Col. Edd Kueker's extensive collection of Western memorabilia including a stagecoach, wagons, bridles, saddles and so much more. The collection also features antiques and historical artifacts donated by county residents.
724 Elaine Drive | Waterloo, IL 62298
618-939-5008

Capitol Theater (Waterloo)
The Monroe Actors Stage Company (MASC) offers plays from September thru June.
202 South Main Street | Waterloo, IL
618-939-7469

Peterstown House (Waterloo)
This is the only stagecoach stop still intact along the Kaskaskia- Cahokia Trail.
275 N Main Street | Waterloo, IL
618-939-4222