Attractions sites

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Coal Miners Memorial
The Coal Miners' Memorial stands as a tribute to those men who worked the local coal mines, often giving their health and their lives to do so.
Address: 100 North 14th Street
                 Herrin, IL 62948

Crab Orchard Lake
Phone: 618-997-3344
Fax:     618-997-1807

Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge
Phone: 618-997-3344
Location: 8588 Route 148, Marion  —   Directions
Website: http://www.fws.gov/Midwest/CrabOrchard/

Devil's Kitchen Campground and Marina
Phone: 618-457-5004

Doughboy Statue
World War I memorial in Herrin. The Doughboy was commissioned to honer the men who served in WWI.  It is one of ninety in the United States.
Location: Corner of North Park Avenue and Adams Street

Egyptian Revival Day Spa & Wellness Center
The Egyptian Revival Day Spa & Wellness Center operates from the medical and psychological perspectives that stress reduction and a positive attitude.  These are important keys to health and beauty.  Our mission is to provide an oasis of relaxation and healing where men and women can come to rejuvenate physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.

  Address: 10393 Fleming Road

                Carterville, IL 62918
Phone:    618-985-8995
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Website: www.egyptianrevivaldayspa.com

Extreme Indoor Sports
Extreme Bounce is a super fun place for kids ages 1 to 15 to come and play. Kids will enjoy 3 huge bouncers, 2 in-ground trampolines, an awesome jungle gym with a 12' ball pit and a 16 foot slide and a huge in-ground foam block pit with a cargo net and two Tarzan swings. On Friday and Saturday evenings and special no-school days, kids will also enjoy our awesome gymnastics facility, including four-in-ground trampolines, a bungee tramp, a traversing wall, another cool bouncer and much more. Extreme Bounce sessions run two hours. Kids are separated by age (1-8 & 9-15) and switch sides every 30 minutes. Cost per session is $7. Open Monday through Saturday.
Phone: 618-997-3505
Fax:      618-993-2255
Location: 1109 N Railroad St., Marion|
Website: http://www.extremeindoorsports.com

Goddard Chapel
Also listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this beautiful Bedford stone sanctuary is located in Marion's Rose Hill Cemetery. Built in 1918 by Leroy Goddard, the chapel has art glass windows and accommodates about 200 people.

Harrison Home
This is the home of David Ruffin Harrison, one of Herrin’s founders. Built in 1868, this was the first brick house in Herrin. Furniture from that period, including a grand piano made in 1874, is in the two-story home.

Haunted Barn
Plantation of the Dead. Expect a fright. Haunted house open during the month of October in Marion.
Website: http://www.thehauntedbarn.net

Herrin City Library
Herrin Woman's Club established the library in 1912 as a result of a petition.  Through years of dedication and support by the Herrinites, the facility has expanded from 5,000 to 12,000 sq. feet building with a community meeting room & Herrin history room.
Location: 120 North 13th St

                 Herrin, IL 62948
Phone:     618-942-6109
Fax:          618-942-4165
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Website:    www.herrin.lib.il.us

Herrin Civic Center
The centerpiece of downtown Herrin, this modern facility is a multi-purpose building with an auditorium, conference rooms and a catering kitchen. Programs and events include a children’s performing arts program, a patron series, gospel shows, concerts, meetings and social gatherings. A list of events is available.
Location: 101 South 16th St
                 Herrin, IL 62948
Phone:     618-942-6115
Fax:          618-942-6117
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Website:   www.herrinillinois.com

Illinois Centre Mall
Food Court, Dillard's, Sears, Target and lots of specialty shops.
Location: 3000 W Deyoung St.

                 Marion, IL 62959
Phone:     618-997-5377
Fax:          618-993-8866
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Website:   www.illinoiscentremall.com

John A. Logan Statues
John A. Logan College is home to not one, but two statues of Southern Illinois' most gallant Civil War general. An equestrian statue craved from wood greets visitors outside the main entrance and a bronze statue stands guard in the inner courtyard near the conference center.

Lake of Egypt
Located south of Marion with 2300 acres impounded, 93 miles of shoreline; three full service marinas and supplies; boat launch fee; largemouth bass, catfish, bluegill, hybrid stripers, abundant crappie.

Little Egypt Arts Centre
Largest cooperative art center in Southern Illinois. Located on the west side of the Tower Square in Marion. Open usually between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Monday through Saturday, but call in advance to make sure. The number is 618-998-8530.

Little Egypt Off-Road
Little Egypt Off Road now offers more than 700 acres of trails and roads for off-road ATV and motorcycle enjoyment. Includes 60 acres of open fields, 1.5 miles of practice BMX track, concessions, multiple scramble courses, family trails, indoor restrooms and apparel. Hours are Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m. and during the week by appointment for parties of 10 or more.
Location: 20439 Ranch Lane
                 Marion, IL 62959
Phone:     618-982-2992
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Website:  http://www.leormc.com

Little Grassy Lake   Little Grassy Lake Campground & Marina will be open through the first shotgun season this year. They also sell day and week visitor passes for the Refuge. The website is www.littlegrassylakecampground.com.
For more information on little grassy lake you can visit www.lakelubbers.com/little-grassy-lake-610/.  The website contains information on Lakelubbers guide to lakes for vacation and recreation.

Marion Carnegie Library
One of the few remaining Carnegie buildings is seated at the center of Williamson County.  Originally built February 29th, 1916 and renovated in 1997.  It has the flavor of early 20th century with the technology of the 21st century.
Location: 206 South Market
                 Marion, IL 62959
Website:  www.marioncarnegielibrary.org
Phone:       618-993-5935
Fax:            618-997-6485

Marion Cultural and Civic Center
Our auditorium accommodates large-scale productions.
Location: 800 Tower Square Plaza
                 Marion, IL 62959
Phone:     618-997-4030
Fax:          618-993-5614
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Website:   www.marionccc.org

Miners Ball Field
New $15 million home of the Southern Illinois Miners at Marion up on The Hill. Home game begin May 29, 2007

O'Neal Theater
Stage performance site at John A. Logan College in Carterville.

Odum Stables
Offer private lessons on gaited horses, indoor and outdoor facilities, lessons for all ages and skill levels and lesson packages available. Beginners, refreshers, pleasure or show. Home of several world champion walking horses. Call 618-996-2943 or 618-889-6703 for reservations. Located at 16862 Boundary Rd just off of Route 166 north of Creal Springs.

Olde Squat Inn
Located northeast of Marion in Pittsburg. Three original log cabins built in the 1800's now serve as a quaint bed and breakfast.

Park Ave. Players Performing Arts Center
Home base for the Park Avenue Players in Herrin at 321 N 13th St. Programs for children throughout the region. On the web at www.parkavenueplayers.itgo.com. or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Phone: 618-942-2996
Fax:      618-942-4306

RedLine R/C Raceway & Hobbies
Located at the intersection of Illinois Routes 13 and 148.  Racing on Saturdays. 
Location: 7369 Cox Drive

                  Carterville, IL 62918
Phone: 618-997-9755
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Shawnee Adventure Guides
"The premier guiding service to Southern Illinois" SAG provides guided backpacking, hiking, rock-climbing, rappelling, kayaking and much more!
P (888) 588-9SAG (724)
F (888) 588-9724
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www.ShawneeAdventureGuides.com
Location: 550 S. Rocky Comfort Rd.
                  Makanda, IL 62958

SI Miners and Rent One Park
Phone:     618-998-8499
Fax:          618-969-8550
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Website:  www.southernillinoisminers.com

Southern Illinois Raceway
Location: 9365 Foyt Rd, off Route 13, 5 miles east of Marion

                 Marion, IL 62959
Twenty-eight nights of outlaw micro sprint racing every Saturday beginning April 7 and running through October 13. Hot laps 6 p.m. Races begin at 7 p.m. Admission $5 for adults, discounted tickets for kids. Call 618-997-5560 or 618-925-0520 for more info, or e-mail Racing Promoter Richard Poe at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Located at 9365 Foyt Rd off of Route 13 about five miles east of Marion just before Crab Orchard. Online at www.siraceway.net

Southern Illinois Wine Trail
Six wineries east of Interstate 57 make up the Southern Illinois Wine Trail - Flint Hill Winery in Muddy, Bella Terra and Winey Hills Wineries south of Creal Springs near Tunnel Hill, Hogg Hollow Winery near Glendale in Pope County, Shawnee Winery in Vienna and Cache River Basin Winery near Heron Pond and Belknap.
Website: http://www.southernillinoiswinetrail.net

Tunnel Hill State Trail
State bicycle trail from Harrisburg to Karnak runs through southeastern Williamson County near Stonefort. Find more info at the Department of Natural Resources website.

Veterans Affairs Medical Center
Built in 1914, this landmark has been serving veterans for 50 years. A beautiful tree-lined drive welcomes visitors to the center, which features an Egyptian architectural motif. Located in Marion.

Williamson County Fairgrounds
Home of the Williamson County Fair in August and a number of other events during the year. Located on East Main Street in Marion.

Williamson County Museum
Located in an historic brick building in Marion, the museum features artifacts, antiques, and records of a bygone era. Seventeen rooms contain exhibits, including an old-fashioned schoolroom. Tours also may be arranged through the Marion Chamber of Commerce.Open every Thursday, 9-3 and every third Thursday 9-8. 618-997-5863

Williamson County Antiques

Carterville
Mello Antiques
104 S. Division St.
Carterville, IL 62918
618-985-8391
Open Thurs. – Sat. 9a-3p

Cobden
Shawnee Hill Antique Barn
290 Water Hill Rd., Cobden
618-893-2211
www.shawneehillbb.com

Wine Trail Antiques
201 S. Jefferson St., Cobden
618-893-4800
Open Fri. Noon – 4p
Sat. 10a-5p
Sun. 11a-2p

Marion
Kerr’s Antiques
213 N. Hamlet St., Marion
618-993-6389
By Appointment or by chance

Madison Street Emporium
309 N. Madison, Marion
618-998-8883
Open Wed. – Sat. 10a-5p
Closed Sun. – Tues.

Marion Antique Mall
501 N. Madison St., Marion
618-993-0020
Open Mon. – Sat. 10a – 5p
Closed on Sundays

Purple Peacock
410 N. Market St, Marion
618-993-0242
Open Mon.-Fri. 10-6
Sat. 8a-3p

Warehouse Antique Mall
600 N. Van Buren St., Marion
618-997-7810
Tues. – Sat. 10a-5p
Sun. 1p-5p
Closed on Mondays

Whitecotton Antique Mall
10348 Whitecotton Rd., Marion
618-995-2058
Mon. – Sat. 10a – 5p
Sun. Noon – 5p