Alton, Illinois
- 14 - 5Vintage Voices Living History Tour - Alton - The Alton Cemetery comes alive as actors in period dress introduce tour goers to captivating characters from Alton's past. ... more on Vintage Voices Living History Tour
This 12,000 square foot facility located on the banks of the Mississippi River is dedicated to telling the story of the river. The museum features more than 20 exhibits and displays, many of which are highly interactive and computer-animated. Known as the "Father of Waters"
Alton, IL Discovery CentersThe Piasa Bird (pronounced Pie-a-saw), is a local legend in the Alton area. Its foundings go back to 1673 when Father Jacques Marquette, in recording his famous journey down the Mississippi River with Louis Joliet, described the "Piasa"
Alton, IL ArchaeologyThe Lovejoy State Memorial of granite and bronze commemorates abolitionist newspaper editor, Elijah P. Lovejoy, who was killed by a mob while defending his printing press at Alton on November 7, 1837. Lovejoy'
Alton, IL MemorialsRobert Pershing Wadlow (February 22, 1918 - July 15, 1940), according to Guinness World Records, is the tallest man in medical history for whom there is irrefutable evidence. He is often known as the Alton Giant. Wadlow reached an unprecedented 8 ft 11.1 in (272 cm) in height and weighed 439 lb (199
Alton, IL One Of A KindsThe winery specializes in fruit and herb based wines including peach, raspberry, red and white grape, licorice, dill, and min...
The museum focuses on the businesses that helped the city grow, particularly milling. ...
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Built in 1851 by Monticello Seminary and the Congregational Church. School activities and community functions were held here....
Monument to Elzie Seager, Chester native and creator of "Popeye the Sailor Man." This statue stands proudly next to Chester B...