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Jacksonville Main Street

Central Park Plaza, Jacksonville, IL, Jacksonville, IL 62650

Historic Sites

Jacksonville Main Street was founded to create programs and activities aimed at revitalizing and rejuvenating downtown to re-establish the downtown as a healthy, vibrant, and economically secure center of commerce and social activities.

Jacksonville Main Street, founded in 1998, revitalizes downtown Jacksonville, IL, through historic preservation, economic development, and community engagement. Funded by events, donations, and local partnerships, it fosters vibrancy, supports businesses, and enhances quality of life.

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Hy-Vee Perks 40

Jacksonville Speedway •  Apr 25 @ 5PM

The Jacksonville Speedway is set to host some World of Outlaws Sprint Car action in April, promising a thrilling night of racing after last year's non-stop…

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Underground Railroad Spring Bus Tour

Beecher Hall •  Apr 27 @ 1PM

Join our Storyteller tour guides, outfitted in 19th century period attire, as we travel the sites of the Underground Railroad!

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Blues & Brews Festival

Downtown Jacksonville •  May 03 @ 12noon

Join the free Jacksonville Main Street Blues & Brews Festival on May 3, 2025, 12-4 PM! Enjoy blues music, food trucks, and a beer wagon. Bring…

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