Historic Petersburg

Surveyed by Abraham Lincoln in 1836, the Petersburg Historic District, which encompasses well over half of Petersburg, is included in the National Register of Historic Sites and has many outstanding examples of architecture styles.

Getting There & Details

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217-632-7363
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More Things to Do

Stay curious.

A small detour can turn into something worth remembering.

New Salem County Opry

Known as a family country music show offering entertainment for the whole family.

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Stay a little longer.

Rushing through a place rarely does it justice.

Edgar Lee Masters Memorial Museum

In memory of American poet, Edgar Lee Masters, author of, "The Spoon River Anthology". Memorabilia…

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Keep it easy.

The best days usually come without pressure or overplanning.

Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site

This reconstructed 1830's village is where Lincoln lived for 6 yrs. as a young adult.…

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Start early. Stay late.

The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.

Menard County Historical Museum

Housed in an 1890 Victorian building, the Menard County Museum contains documents, records, clothing and…

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