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Carbondale, Illinois

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SIUC's University Museum

The Museum has a collection of over 52,000 objects in the arts, sciences and humanities. It has six galleries, an archive, Museum Gift Shop, 100

Carbondale, IL Museums


Woodlawn Cemetery

The origin of Memorial Day can be traced to this cemetery, where in 1866 General John A. Logan organized the first post-Civil War service. 60+ graves of Civil War soldiers are here. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places

Carbondale, IL Cemeteries

West Walnut Street Historic District

Registered as a National Historic District in May 1975, 54 historic residences are located here. Some homes date to early 1850's, most are early 20

Carbondale, IL Historic Districts

The African American Museum of Southern Illinois

Located in the University Mall this is the only museum of its kind in Southern Illinois. Permanent exhibits include collections of African art and slave artifacts. Rotating displays have included the Underground Railroad message quilts &

Carbondale, IL Ethnic Heritage

Things to do near Carbondale, IL

Albion Public Library

The Albion Public Library is the oldest public library in Illinois. Established in 1819, this library houses many original bo...

Gambit Golf Club

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

Riverside Park Band Shell

Riverside Park Band Shell, built in 1938 by WPA, is one of the largest of its kind in the nation. The scenic location will ac...

Depot Veteran's Museum

A restored railroad depot houses memorabilia from all wars. Outside is a Southern Illinois Miners Memorial dedicated to coal ...

L. Haas Store Museum

On exhibit: The tools of the trade of Bill Hanna "The Humane Hangman" on exhibit and much more....