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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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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Stop when something catches your eye.

Those moments tend to matter more than the planned ones.

Edgar Lee Masters Memorial Museum

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

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Find your way.

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

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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Take the long way.

The best parts of the trip are usually the ones you didn't plan.

Menard County Historical Museum

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

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Nearby Lakes & Parks