Charters of Freedom Monuments
East Central Park, Jacksonville, IL 62650
Historic Sites
Visit the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution, and the Bill of Rights in Jacksonville!
Foundation Forward, Inc., dedicated the Charters of Freedom monuments to the people of Morgan County on May 30, 2015. The monuments display the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution, and the Bill of Rights as they are displayed at the National Archives in Washington, D.C. Set in limestone with beautifully etched bronze plates, the monuments bring the experience of viewing our nation's most important documents to life.
What's happening nearby...
Prairie Land Chautauqua
Nichols Park • Sep 05 @ 12noon
Be a part of history at the Prairie Land Chautauqua event with lectures of history and music featuring Route 66.
Read more about Prairie Land Chautauqua
Prairie Land Chautauqua: "Route 66"
Nichols Park Pavilion • Sep 04 – Sep 05 @ 6PM
Experience the history and music in the big tent September 4 & 5, 2026 as Prairie Land Chautauqua returns to Nichols Park Pavilion. The theme this…
Read more about Prairie Land Chautauqua: "Route 66"
Carolyn Schuh Memorial Race at Jacksonville Speedway
Jacksonville Speedway • Sep 11 @ 6PM
See races from a variety of cars at Jacksonville's premiere speedway.
Read more about Carolyn Schuh Memorial Race at Jacksonville SpeedwayYou might also be interested...
Woodlawn Farm - Underground Railroad Site
Jacksonville
Take a tour of this interpretive site that served as a stop on the Underground Railroad.
Read more about Woodlawn Farm - Underground Railroad Site
Governor Duncan Mansion
Jacksonville
This home served as the official executive mansion for the State of Illinois from 1834-1838. Today, the home is owned and operated by the Rev. James…
Read more about Governor Duncan Mansion
Jacksonville's Underground Railroad Tour
Jacksonville
See a variety of locations in Jacksonville that have connection to the Underground Railroad.
Read more about Jacksonville's Underground Railroad Tour