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National Road

Commissioned by President Thomas Jefferson, the national Road is the first interstate highway. It created a conduit for pioneers seeking a new life in a pristine world.

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Getting There & Details

Address
Route 40
Phone
217-849-3188
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While You're in Effingham

More Things to Do

Somewhere between here and nowhere.

The spaces in between are often the most memorable.

Finish Line Teletrack

Off-track betting.

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Go a little further.

The next turn is often where things start to get interesting.

Effingham County Courthouse

The current Effingham County Courthouse was built in 1871 after Effingham was named the county…

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The road is the experience.

Getting there is often the point, not just the outcome.

Effingham Country Club

Course Access: PrivateHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7 days

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Go a little further.

The next turn is often where things start to get interesting.

Cardinal Golf Course

Course Access: PublicHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes

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Upcoming Events

Events in Effingham

Sep
10
Illinois Old-Time Fiddlers Fundraiser at Culvers
Oct
3
Pre=-Contest Jam Party
Oct
3
Pre-Contest Jam Party
Oct
3
Clawhammer Banjo workshop
Oct
3
Intermediate Fiddle Workshop
Oct
3
Beginning Fiddle Workshop
Oct
4
Annual Illinois State Fiddle Contest
Outdoors

Nearby Lakes & Parks

Lakes