Jacksonville Main Street
Central Park Plaza, Jacksonville, IL, Jacksonville, IL 62650
Historic Sites
Jacksonville Main Street was founded to create programs and activities aimed at revitalizing and rejuvenating downtown to re-establish the downtown as a healthy, vibrant, and economically secure center of commerce and social activities.
Jacksonville Main Street, founded in 1998, revitalizes downtown Jacksonville, IL, through historic preservation, economic development, and community engagement. Funded by events, donations, and local partnerships, it fosters vibrancy, supports businesses, and enhances quality of life.
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Hy-Vee Perks 40
Jacksonville Speedway • Apr 25 @ 5PM
The Jacksonville Speedway is set to host some World of Outlaws Sprint Car action in April, promising a thrilling night of racing after last year's non-stop…
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Underground Railroad Spring Bus Tour
Beecher Hall • Apr 27 @ 1PM
Join our Storyteller tour guides, outfitted in 19th century period attire, as we travel the sites of the Underground Railroad!
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Blues & Brews Festival
Downtown Jacksonville • May 03 @ 12noon
Join the free Jacksonville Main Street Blues & Brews Festival on May 3, 2025, 12-4 PM! Enjoy blues music, food trucks, and a beer wagon. Bring…
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Jacksonville Historic Homes Walking Tour
Jacksonville
Take a stroll through Jacksonville and view its historic homes.
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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…
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Jacksonville African American History Museum
Jacksonville
The Jacksonville African American History Museum is located in the historical Underground Railroad site, the Asa Talcott home.
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