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Effingham, Illinois

  • 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....
    National Road

Attractions and Upcoming Events

My Garage R&D Center / Corvette Museum

My Garage R&D Center showcases classic and one-of-a-kind corvettes, including Indy pace cars, racing machines, the last C-4 and the first 21st Century model, displayed in a unique 1950

Effingham, IL Museums



Sculpture on the Avenue

Twenty-six pieces of outdoor sculpture by Midwest artists are exhibited on the Avenues of downtown Effingham. The exhibit changes each July 1. There are several permanent pieces, but about 20

Effingham, IL Arts

Effingham County Courthouse

The current Effingham County Courthouse was built in 1871 after Effingham was named the county seat. An earlier 1850's courthouse had been on the site. The courhouse retains a pristine exterior and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places

Effingham, IL Historic Courthouses

Things to do near Effingham, IL

Lake Shelbyville Hunting Areas

Approximately 12,000 of the 23,000 land acres at Lake Shelbyville are forested. Oak and hickory are the dominant species. The...

C. H. Moore Homestead

An 1870 Victorian mansion on the National Register with 3 buildings of antique farm machinery and a general store....

Bond County One Room School Museum

The Bond County One Room School Museum is a living monument to the more than 72 one-story schools throughout the nation that ...

Krannert Art Museum & Kinkead

More than 8,000 works of art ranging from the 4th millenium BCG to present are displayed at the Krannert Art Museum & Kinkead...

Eagle Creek - Miniature Golf Course

Eagle Creek is an 18 hole miniature golf course located near the outdoor swimming pool. It is immaculately kept and challengi...