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Griswold Conservation Area

West of Bluemound, off Rte. 48, Decatur, IL 62513

Hiking & Trails

The site features one of the glacial kame “mounds” of the Blue Mound area. Through the efforts of Blue Mound area citizens and civic groups, and the Macon County Conservation District, this forty-acre site has become an attractive recreational area.

Located 14 miles southwest of Decatur off Route 48 near Blue Mound. Hike the trail up the glacial kame to the observation deck for sweeping view of the prairie. Picnic facilities and playground.

What's happening nearby...

Jon Reep at the Decatur Civic Center

Decatur Civic Center •  Jan 25 @ 7:30PM

The winner of NBC’s fifth season of Last Comic Standing...

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Valentines Day with the Ivory Bros Dueling Pianos at the Lincoln Square Theater

The Lincoln Square Theater •  Feb 14 @ 7:30PM

The Lincoln Square Theater is happy to welcome The Ivory Brothers to the stage for their super popular Dueling Pianos show.

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Heywood Banks Comedian of the Bob & Tom Show at the Lincoln Square Theater

The Lincoln Square Theater •  Feb 21 @ 6PM

Get ready for an unforgettable night of comedy and music with Heywood Banks!

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