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Jacksonville Main Street

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

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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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Morgan County Fair

Morgan County Fairgrounds •  Jul 08 – Jul 15 @ 8AM

Join Morgan County for a fun filled week of carnival rides, the demolition derby, tractor pulls, livestock shows, and live performances by hit Country Pop artists,…

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Jacksonville Main Street Downtown Concert Series 2025

Central Park Plaza •  Jul 18 @ 6PM

Join Jacksonville Main Street at Central Park for free music, food trucks, and socializing. Enjoy diverse genres, talented artists, and After Concert Parties. Family-friendly fun!

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River Country Quilt Show

Jacksonville High School •  Jul 25 – Jul 26 @ 10AM

Quilters throughout the area exhibit an impressive number of quilts, wall-hangings, antique quilts, and much more.

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Jacksonville African American History Museum

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The Jacksonville African American History Museum is located in the historical Underground Railroad site, the Asa Talcott home.

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Charters of Freedom Monuments

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Visit the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution, and the Bill of Rights in Jacksonville!

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Woodlawn Farm - Underground Railroad Site

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Take a tour of this interpretive site that served as a stop on the Underground Railroad.

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