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Petersburg, Illinois

  • Oakland Cemetary

    The grave site of Ann Rutledge, Abraham Lincoln's first sweetheart, lies in Oakland Cemetary. Her tombstone bears an inscription written by Edgar Lee Masters, who is buried nearby....
    Oakland Cemetary

  • Rosehill Cemetery

    Rosehill Cemetery contains the grave of mayor B.F. Stevenson, founder of the G.A.R. Other notable graves are of Peter Lukins for whom Petersburg was named, and Dr. John Allen and Samuel Hill, noted fi...
    Rosehill Cemetery

Attractions and Upcoming Events

The Farm

Petersburg, IL Fun Centers

Lincoln's New Salem State Historic Site

This reconstructed 1830's village is where Lincoln lived for 6 yrs. as a young adult. Here is where he studied law and began politics. All 23 buildings have been reconstructed to give visitors a clearer understanding of Pioneer life.

Petersburg, IL Historic Sites

Oakland Cemetary

The grave site of Ann Rutledge, Abraham Lincoln'

Petersburg, IL Cemeteries

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

Petersburg, IL Historic Districts

Edgar Lee Masters Memorial Museum

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

Petersburg, IL Museums

Things to do near Petersburg, IL

Bunn Golf Course

Course Access: PublicHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7 days...

Middle Fork State Fish & Wildlife Area

The Middle Fork area covers 3015 acres north of Oakwood. It features many campsites, including equestrian sites and trails, h...

Altamont Living Museum

Now used as a theatre for live performances of music and drama or for exhibiting fine arts, this 1912 church gives you a tast...

Wards Museum

Visit the beautiful grounds at Wards Museum and see a collection of over 10,000 specimens of sea shells, primitive furniture ...

Hickory Point Golf Course

Course Access: PublicHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7 days...