Mt. Vernon Appellate Courthouse
1400 Main St., Mount Vernon, IL 62864
Historic Sites
Revisit Illinois history , discover the Lincoln connection, and view breathtaking architecture!
Constructed in 1857 as the southern division of the Illinois State Supreme Court, Abraham Lincoln successfully argued a famous tax case in 1859. In 1888, Clara Barton used the building as a hospital. Tours are available. Please call in advance.
What's happening nearby...
The Lights
Cedarhurst Center for the Arts • Nov 22 – Dec 28 @ 5PM
Immerse yourself in winter wonder with more than 1 million Christmas lights twinkling along a one-mile walking trail through the heart of the museum’s 80-acre campus.
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Savage Upcycled Fashion Show 2026 - Astrophilia
Cedarhurst Center for the Arts • Feb 21 @ 7PM
Astrophilia: Cosmic, Couture, Catwalk. An Upcycled Fashion Show.
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13th Annual Home & Outdoor Expo
Times Square Mall Mt. Vernon, IL • Feb 27 – Feb 28 @ 5PM
All the best in home improvement offerings.
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Jefferson County Historical Village
Mount Vernon
A walk through History.
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