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Chautauqua Auditorium

Northeast Ninth Street, Shelbyville, IL 62565

Historic Sites

Built in 1903, the auditorium is the largest building of its kind anywhere in the world.

It is included on the National Register of Historic Places. Above the stage are Grecian statues designed by Robert Root. The auditorium can be rented for functions, weddings, reunions, and much more.

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Shelbyville Festival of Lights

Nov 15 – Dec 29

The holiday season is celebrated with light displays in Forest Park.

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Shelbyville Festival of Trees

Nov 15 – Dec 29

Come out and enjoy over 30 decorated Christmas Trees in the Chautauqua Auditorium.

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