Jacksonville's Underground Railroad Tour
1463 Gierke Lane, Jacksonville, IL 62650
Historic Sites
See a variety of locations in Jacksonville that have connection to the Underground Railroad.
In the mid-1800s, Jacksonville acted as a hub for the Underground Railroad, sheltering hundreds who wished to escape the horrors of slavery. Serveral local historic homes served as havens on this journey to freedom, making Jacksonville one of the first such stations in the area and by far the busiest. Drive by a number of these locations and end out at Woodlawn Farm for a tour of the farm.
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Pumpkin Festival
Downtown Jacksonville • Oct 24 @ 10AM
Bring the family to Downtown Jacksonville to enjoy pumpkin and fall activities to celebrate the season!
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The Holiday Social at Chapter II
Chapter II Events • Nov 12 @ 5PM
Ladies, get ready for a night of cocktails, music and holiday shopping in a beautiful historic library at The Holiday Social!
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Jacksonville Christmas Parade
Downtown Jacksonville • Nov 27 @ 6PM
Santa will be Downtown Jacksonville at the annual Christmas Parade on November 27!
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