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Effingham County Courthouse

E. Jefferson Ave. , Effingham, IL 62401

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The Effingham Country Courthouse Museum features displays on the military, Effingham County railroads and Effingham County history. It is also listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

The courthouse was built in 1871 after Effingham was named the county seat. The courthouse retains a pristine exterior and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It also features a museum inside. The museum displays two rooms devoted to the military, which gets changed throughout the year. It also has a room dedicated to the railroads in Effingham County. The Effingham County Courthouse is open Tuesdays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. March through October. The Courthouse Museum hosts several events throughout the year, including the annual Old Settler's Reunion.

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  • Mon: Closed
  • Tue: 10:00am – 2:00pm
  • Wed: Closed
  • Thu: Closed
  • Fri: Closed
  • Sat: 10:00am – 2:00pm
  • Sun: Closed

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Straight No Chaser at the Effingham Performance Center

Effingham Performance Center •  Nov 07 @ 7PM

Enjoy a festive night with the celebrated nine-man a-cappella group, Straight No Chaser! This high-spirited performance offers something for everyone — heartwarming classics, laugh-out-loud moments, and…

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Disenchanted! at the Effingham Performance Center

Effingham Performance Center •  Nov 08 @ 7PM

Join Snow White and her posse of disenchanted princesses in this hilarious hit musical that's anything but Grimm. Forget the princesses you think you know -…

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Three Dog Night at the Effingham Performance Center

Effingham Performance Center •  Nov 15 @ 7PM

Enjoy classic hits by Three Dog Night including "Joy to the World," "Black and White," "Shambala," and "One." The group's eclectic taste transcends time and brings…

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