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Chester, Illinois

  • Popeye Statue

    Monument to Elzie Seager, Chester native and creator of "Popeye the Sailor Man." This statue stands proudly next to Chester Bridge....
    Popeye Statue
  • Governor Bond Memorial

    The Governor Bond State Memorial marks the grave of Shadrach Bond (1773-1832), the first governor of Illinois after it attained statehood in 1818. The obelisk-style monument was erected in 1883....
    Governor Bond Memorial

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Governor Bond Memorial

The Governor Bond State Memorial marks the grave of Shadrach Bond (1773-1832), the first governor of Illinois after it attained statehood in 1818. The obelisk-style monument was erected in 1883

Chester, IL Monuments

Randolph County Museum & Archives

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

Chester, IL Museums

Popeye Statue

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

Chester, IL Monuments

Things to do near Chester, IL

Eckert's Country Store and Farm

The Eckert Family Farm has continued a long tradition of growing fruits since 1837. Take a wagon tour past the 1880 homestead...

Paul Simon Museum

Memorabilia of Sen. Paul Simon's life and service in the U.S. Senate is gathered here. Simon took over the Troy Tribune in 19...

Marissa Recreation Area Golf Course

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

Waterloo Country Club

Course Access: PrivateHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes...