This is the oldest French "Upright Log" Church in Illinois still in continuous use. It was built in 1799 with "Portteaux Sur Sole" (posts on sill). It is a vertical log structure with Norman roof trus... This courthouse is an authentic remnant of the French settlement of Illinois and an excellent example of their "post-on-sill" foundation style of construction. Originally constructed as a dwelling in 1737. The building, listed on the National Register of Historic Places
Cahokia, IL Historic CourthousesThis is the oldest French "Upright Log" Church in Illinois still in continuous use. It was built in 1799 with "Portteaux Sur Sole" (posts on sill)
Cahokia, IL Historic ChurchesThis 5,000-seat stadium has reserved box seats, lawn seats, party sites and a hot tub. It'
Cahokia, IL Baseball FieldsFormerly the home of Nicholas Jarrot, a French-born entrepreneur and land speculator. Construction began in 1807, making it one of the earliest surviving masonry buildings in Illinois. The Jarrot Mansion, listed on the National Register of Historic Places/B>
Cahokia, IL Historic HomesEnjoy a glass of wine in the park-like-setting of this beautiful 1860's twelve-acre estate. Come for live music on weekends a...
Memorabilia of Sen. Paul Simon's life and service in the U.S. Senate is gathered here. Simon took over the Troy Tribune in 19...
You can visit the animals (even a zebra), stay at the bed and breakfast, or have a party in the barn....
Antique firefighting equipment and memorabilia are on display....
Through the exhibits, we share with you our past and present so that you too may discover the people, places and events that ...