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Historic National Road Interpretive Center

106 South 5th Street, Vandalia, IL 62471

Museums

Learn the history of travel and transportation in the early days of our country through interactive maps, exhibits and films.

You’ll see how the National Road was an important factor in the westward expansion. The Center is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00am to 4:00pm.

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