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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

Follow what feels interesting.

Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.

Effingham Country Club

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

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Let it unfold.

Not everything needs to be scheduled to be meaningful.

Cardinal Golf Course

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

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Find your way.

There's no single right route, just the one that fits you.

Finish Line Teletrack

Off-track betting.

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Make time for quiet places.

Not every destination needs noise to be meaningful.

Effingham County Courthouse

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

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Upcoming Events

Events in Effingham

Apr
25
MANCRUZ
Sep
10
Illinois Old-Time Fiddlers Fundraiser at Culvers
Oct
3
Intermediate Fiddle Workshop
Oct
3
Beginning Fiddle Workshop
Oct
3
Pre=-Contest Jam Party
Oct
3
Pre-Contest Jam Party
Oct
3
Clawhammer Banjo workshop
Oct
4
Annual Illinois State Fiddle Contest
Outdoors

Nearby Lakes & Parks

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