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Not every place needs a reason.

Sometimes it's enough just to be there.

Chester Riverfront Mural

Painted in the 1930's on the upper interior wall of the U S Post Office, this fascinating mural depicts the Pre-Civil War Riverboat activity on the Mississippi.

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Attractions

Things to Do in Chester

Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

Randolph County Museum & Archives

See an old electric chair (last used to execute a woman who killed her brother),…

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Go a little further.

The next turn is often where things start to get interesting.

Spinach Can Collectibles Museum

Located in the 1875 Opera House, the building is full of Popeye merchandise and a…

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Leave room for the unexpected.

The best parts of a trip rarely show up on an itinerary.

Chester Country Club

Course Access: Semi-PrivateHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes

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Worth the stop.

Some places don't need much time, just the right moment.

Governor Bond Memorial

The Governor Bond State Memorial marks the grave of Shadrach Bond (1773-1832), the first governor…

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Stay a little longer.

Rushing through a place rarely does it justice.

Popeye Statue

Monument to Elzie Seager, Chester native and creator of "Popeye the Sailor Man." This statue…

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