Willis Allen House
514 S. Market St., Marion, IL 62959
Historic Sites
Civil War hero John A. Logan studied law at this home under Senator Willis Allen. Come visit the oldest house in Williamson County!
The Willis Allen House is a historic house located at 514 S. Market St. in Marion, Illinois. Built in 1854, the house is the oldest remaining in Marion. The house was built for U.S. Representative Willis Allen, the first member of the House from Williamson County. Allen, who settled in Marion in 1830, served in the House from 1851 to 1855; he was also a lawyer, judge, local politician, and Illinois Senator. The house is a two-story Italianate residence built from brick and sandstone. The hip roof of the house features a cornice with cavetto moldings and Tudor arched brackets.The house was added to the National Register of Historic Places on February 11, 1982.
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Marion Farmer's Market
Club 60 • Apr 05 – Oct 25 @ 6:01AM
Find some amazing organic veggies at this downtown Farmer's Market!
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Southern Illinois Truck Showdown
Mtn. Dew Park • Aug 30 @ 8AM
Rev up for the Annual SI Truck Showdown in Marion, IL! Experience custom trucks, classic builds, and live competitions. Enjoy vendor booths, family-friendly fun, and awards.…
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Veterans On Parade
Downtown, Marion IL • Sep 06 @ 10AM
Annual Parade in Marion to honor veterans past and present.
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