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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Plates on State
Jacksonville Area Convention & Visitors Bureau • May 03 @ 3PM
Join Jacksonville Plates on State, an outdoor dinner event on Sunday, May 3, 2026, celebrating Travel & Tourism Week. Enjoy a 5-course meal with wine pairings,…
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Ron Milton Race of Champions MOWA Sprints
Jacksonville Speedway • Oct 02 @ 7PM
Ron Milton Race of Champions at Jacksonville Speedway is a premier dirt track event featuring top regional drivers in Modifieds, Street Stocks & more. High-speed action…
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Underground Railroad Fall Bus Tour
Oct 04 @ 1PM
Dressed in historical attire, the Storyteller Tour Guides will bring the underground railroad stories to life! Book your tickets in advance before it's sold out, $25…
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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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Jacksonville's Underground Railroad Tour
Jacksonville
See a variety of locations in Jacksonville that have connection to the Underground Railroad.
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