2013 Travel Guide
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Walnut Point State Park
State park with hunting, fishing, camping, hiking and picnicking. Concession stand and boat rental available.
CITY: Oakland
Handick's Ostrich Farm
Come face to face with the world's largest bird, the ostrich. Visit our shop to purchase this healthful meat and to get our favorite recipes.
CITY: Paris
Red Bud Lane Iris Garden
Feast your eyes on the gardens of iris, hostas and day lillies. These bulbs and rhizomes are shipped all over the country. Please call before your visit.
CITY: Kansas
Moss Clydesdale Farm
This family raises and shows some of the largest horses in the world. Clydesdales once did the work of the farm, but now do most of their work in the show ring.
CITY: Paris
Andrew's at the Westbrook
Fine Euro-American dining in an elegant country atmosphere. Fresh fish and pastries with a French flair. Small vineyard with wine available for purchase.
CITY: Paris
Clark County Museum
The Clark County Historical Society is dedicated to the preservation and education of all things pertaining to the people and places of Clark County, Illinois. Learn about the Lincoln-Douglas debates and unique area country architecture here.
CITY: Marshall
Lincoln Trail State Park
Whether you are looking for history, unusual plant life or recreation, Lincoln Trail State Park has something to interest you. The area is named after the Lincoln Heritage Trail where Abraham Lincoln's family followed en route from Indiana to Illinois in 1831. Lincoln Trail State Park offers American beech woods and a nature preserve with hiking trails, boat rentals, camping, biking, bird watching, fishing, ice fishing and ice skating. Restaurant open seasonally.
CITY: Marshall
Grave Of Sarah Hanks Varnell
Abraham Lincoln's aunt was buried in the Ogden County cemetery in 1876 after living a long life in Edgar County.
CITY: Paris
The Marshall Log Cabin Visitors Center
Step back in time while you gather information about Marshall and the surrounding area. This quaint log cabin was originally located nine miles south of Marshall. Be sure to travel Highway 40 and the Historic National Road Scenic Byway.
CITY: Marshall
Lori's Pins 'n' Needles
Quilting supplies, over 3000 bolts of material for quilting. Authorized Husqvarna Viking sewing machines.
CITY: Paris
Castle Finn Winery
Located among the rolling hills and farmland, this central Illinois winery offers more than just wines. The facility offers a stoned back patio, tree-lined pond, and a banquet hall. We welcome weddings, ceremonies, birthday parties, corporate retreats and other special events. Be sure to check our website for event dates for dinner theater productions and live music.
CITY: Marshall
Independence Pioneer Village
Visit this log home village from the early 1800s, including a blacksmith shop, church and schoolhouse.
CITY: Oakland
Indian Boundary Farm
Pick your own strawberries, sweet corn and other fresh produce throughout the summer.
CITY: Chrisman
Lincoln School Museum
The Lincoln School Museum is a restored 1880’s one-room brick school located one mile north of Martinsville, Clark County, Illinois on a spur of the National Road. The Lincoln School is representative of the brick construction of one-room schools built during the 1880’s, representing the typical one-room school of the era, and the education available of that time. The Lincoln School Museum is open to the public on weekends from June through August and any time by appointment.
CITY: Martinsville
Hiram Rutherford Home
Home of Oakland's first physician, the restored 1850s Dr. Hiram Rutherford Home features a summer kitchen, doctor's office and a museum of agricultural history.
CITY: Oakland
Mill Creek Park
Mill Creek Park is located seven miles northwest of Marshall, Illinois on the Lincoln Heritage Trail road. Mill Creek consists of 2,600 acres of land and 811 acres of water with 39 miles of shoreline. Since opening, the park has continued to develop; there are picnic areas on either side of the boat launch and at areas around the lake, a 139 site campground with shower facilities and playground, 15 mile ATV trails, horse and walking trails, courtesy docks, cabin and boat rental including kayaks and paddle boats.
CITY: Marshall
Dahnke's Pine Patch
Located in Martinsville, this tree farm features Colorado Blue and Norway Spruce, Douglas and Fraser Fir, and White and Scotch Pine trees.
CITY: Martinsville
Aug 3
Clark County Fair
The annual Clark County Fair features everything from Beauty pagents, harness racing, running races, lawnmower derby, truck pulls, demolition derby and carnival rides. Free to enter the gates. Grandstand acts $5-$10 per person.
CITY: Marshall
Heartland Antique Auto Museum
Walk among early cars from the turn-of-the-century through the early 1950s. This museum is also the site of a restoration shop for classic V12 and V16 Cadillacs and Duesenbergs, as well as custom-built vintage Indy cars.
CITY: Paris
The Cottonwood Inn B & B
Built in 1896, a turn of the century private farmhouse with antiques throughout. 3 story, Large room on 3rd floor available for several people (6 beds, private bath), other rooms decorated in formal farmhouse style.
CITY: Kansas
Edgar County Historical Society
Compare pioneer and Victorian lifestyles when you visit the log cabin and brick Italianate home. An exhibition gallery in an adjacent building features rotating exhibits of the historical society's collection.
CITY: Paris
Indian Treaty Site
A marker commemorates the point where two important trails intersected on the prairie: Detroit to St. Louis and Peoria to Terre Haute. In 1765, the British and the Illinois Indians signed a peace treaty here.
CITY: Paris
Clark County Genealogical Library
You'll find census records, newspaper clippings, birth and marriage records, and other files of interest helpful to geneological research.
CITY: Marshall
Hebron Hills Camping
Wooded camp ground, 2½-acre pond, trails, some cabins and full hook-up.
CITY: Oakland
English Farm
As you drive by this farm, your eye is drawn upward to a towering brick structure located near the modern home. The structure, erected around 1913, is one of a dozen brick water towers still standing in Illinois.
CITY: Paris
Edgar County Courthouse
This elegant 1893 brick and stone building is on the National Register of Historic Places.
CITY: Paris
Black Hawk Park
The city of Paris operates this property on Twin Lakes. Wander the trails to see plants and animals that live in the woods, on marshy land and on the lake. Special nesting boxes have brough bluebirds to the meadows.
CITY: Paris
The Old Brick Inn
(1886-1891) Built for the granddaughter of Chrisman's founding father,it is one of the original 7 homes in Chrisman. Decorated blending of decades from the 1880's through the early 1900's.Full Breakfast. Tea room open Thurs-Sat 11am-1pm By reservation
CITY: Chrisman
Allis Chalmers Tractor Musuem
Come visit this private collection of Allis Chalmers tractor models made from 1914-1957. Open for free by appointment or chance.
CITY: Paris
Calico Basket
Country gift shop, collectibles, pictures, Pipka Lizzi High dolls, Santa's Pat Richter pictures, year-round holiday room, and Yankee candles.
CITY: Paris
Lakeview Cottage
A great escape from the day-to-day stresses! Pack a swim suit and a beach towel for a weekend or week of relaxation and fun. Newly renovated cottage with a gentle walk to your own dock. Enjoy your cup of coffee on the covered front porch in the morning or enjoy an evening with a cookout on our deck with our charcoal grill. Downstairs master bedroom with queen bed and adjoining full bathroom. Two bedrooms upstairs, one with two queen beds and the other with a full-sized bed. Upstairs shared bathroom, shower only. Open concept living room, dining room and furnished kitchen. Kitchen has dishwasher, ice maker, cooking utensils and dishes. Backyard overlooks a beautiful wooded area, with plenty of wildlife such as deer and turkeys. Recently added a fish cleaning station, firepit and a picnic table.
CITY: Marshall
Pinnell Motor Inn
1-level brick motel, very clean, pretty little motel, coffee shop onsite.
CITY: Paris
Edgar County Genealogical Library
Trace your Edgar County roots at this library that has genealogical tools, manuscripts, books, filmed records, micro-fiche, and computerized data based on Edgar County families.
CITY: Paris
Super 8 Motel Marshall
Handicapped Rooms/Facilities, Free Parking,Free Local Telephone Calls, No Smoking Rooms/Facilities, Indoor Heated Pool, RV or Truck Parking, Restaurant nearby, Television with Cable, Hot Tub Rooms, King Size bed in single room
CITY: Marshall
Sycamore Hills Golf Club
This 18-hole, par 72 course features some water, elevation changes and mature greens.
CITY: Paris
Twin Lakes Park
East lake - swimming, camping, boat dock, walking trail, primitive camping. West lake - fishing, picnic, large pavilion, shelter, fireworks, horseshoes, tent camping, trailer camping, permission by police for primitive camping.
CITY: Paris
Chrisman Wall Mural
Artistic talent is showcased on a wall mural that decorates the side of a building on this quaint small town's square. The first mural at Illinois and Madison streeets was completed in the fall of 1998.
CITY: Chrisman
Barkley Farms
Perennials are popping up everywhere on this Paris farm. Visitors are invited to wander the gardens to see the variety of plants that are grown and sold here.
CITY: Paris
Savoia's - Paris
Italian-American food, fine dining, carry out, 120 seating capacity, beer and wine. New location on W. Court Street. Check out our website to see our menu and make reservations online.
CITY: Paris
Los Tres Caminos
Authentic Mexican food, fine dining, take-out, seating for 99, imported Mexican beers.
CITY: Paris
Lincoln Suites
If you are looking for high quality and personal service, you have come to the right place. We offer double rooms, suites, jacuzzi suites and more. Complete your stay with a free hot breakfast, Soda and free wi-fi. All rooms come with mini fridge, microwave, 42-inch TV, HD channels and more. We offer limousine service for those special occasions.
CITY: Marshall
The Madison B&B
A 19th-Century home located four blocks from the courthouse square in Edgar County. A Greek revival style home with spacious rooms and antiques throughout that reflect the diversified styles of our American heritage.
CITY: Paris
Paris City Bluebird Trail
Visit these scattered sites to witness the return of the bluebird to Illinois. The trail and Sycamore Golf Club are two links in the Transcontinental Bluebird Trail.
CITY: Paris
Frostop Drive-In
Featuring carhop service since the 1950's. Drive-up dining only. This Frostop built in 1954. Open seven days.
CITY: Chrisman
Country Junction/ Amoco
Friendly convenience store with pizza, hot dogs, chicken and deli type items.
CITY: Kansas
Relax Inn - Marshall
48 rooms with double beds. Cable TV wtih HBO & ESPN. Direct dial phones, local calls are free.
CITY: Marshall
Illinois Livestock Auction
This livestock auction includes the sale of cattle, horses, goats and sheep.
CITY: Paris
Joe's Pizza
Traditional Italian pizza restaurant with seating for 80. Every item is homemade by this family owned and operated establishment.
CITY: Paris
Pike's Peak Ocean to Ocean Road
One of the first transcontinental highways, Pike's Peak Ocean to Ocean Road is one of the most unchanged of all early highways. Pick up a map to travel the Edgar County route at local Chrisman, Hume or Metcalfe shops.
CITY: Chrisman
Mile Marker Historical Monument
This stone identifies one of the last original road markers that dotted the first road built from Vincennes to Chicago.
CITY: Paris
Shiloh Prairie Restoration
View 40 acres of restored prairie grass and a Native American grass lodge.
CITY: Hume
Oaklands's Historic Square
Visit Oakland's lovely New England-style square for a unique shopping and dining experience.
CITY: Oakland
Museum Of Christian Heritage and Hall of Recognition
Religious history displays include memorabilia from local area churches, past and present.
CITY: Oakland
Vance Park
Adjacent to Paris City Hall, this extensively landscaped sunken garden features a serpentine brick wall inspired by Thomas Jefferson's design at Charlottesville and a lion's head fountain patterned after a park in France.
CITY: Paris
Paris Theatre
Watch today's most popular films for just a few dollars in this popular small-town duplex theater.
CITY: Paris
Parisian Lanes Bowling and Family Entertainment
Bring your family and enjoy a night of bowling.
CITY: Paris
North Arm
Founded in 1817 by 17 families from Kentucky, the church was blessed by Fr. Theodore Badin, the first Catholic priest ordained in the U.S. The current church was built in 1901, and features the original altar from the mid-1800s.
CITY: Paris
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