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The origin of Memorial Day can be traced to this cemetery, where in 1866 General John A. Logan organized the first post-Civil War service. 60+ graves of Civil War soldiers are here. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

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SIUC's University Museum

The Museum has a collection of over 52,000 objects in the arts, sciences and humanities. It has six galleries, an archive, Museum Gift Shop, 100

Carbondale, IL Museums

Woodlawn Cemetery

The origin of Memorial Day can be traced to this cemetery, where in 1866 General John A. Logan organized the first post-Civil War service. 60+ graves of Civil War soldiers are here. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places

Carbondale, IL Cemeteries


The African American Museum of Southern Illinois

Located in the University Mall this is the only museum of its kind in Southern Illinois. Permanent exhibits include collections of African art and slave artifacts. Rotating displays have included the Underground Railroad message quilts &

Carbondale, IL Ethnic Heritage

Marberry Arboretum

24 acres with more than 6,000

Carbondale, IL Aboretums

Things to do near Carbondale, IL

Drury Lane Llamas

Established in 1990, Drury Lane Llamas is located in the hills of Southern Illinois at the edge of the Shawnee National Fores...

Fernwood Gardens

Specializing in herbs, perennials, medicinal and native plants. Walk through gardens and a herb garden....

The Presidential Hall of Fame Museum

Former Congressman Ken Gray's collection of over 12,000 items, campaign memorabilia, photos, and documents from former Presid...

Blue Sky Vineyard

Discover Blue Sky Vinyeard, where time with friends, and exquisite wines create memories worthy of Blue Sky days....

Robert Ridgeway Memorial Arboretum & Sanctuary

Living tribute to Robert Ridgeway, the naturalist, author, etc. View over 50 types of trees, flowers and wildlife....