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The depot, built in 1916, is now the home of the Dwight Historical Society. The purpose is to preserve the history and culture the pertains to the Dwight area. The museum is listed on the National Register of Historical Sites.

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The Windmill

The Windmill was built in 1896 to supply water for the Oughton Estate and its grounds. The windmill was donated to the Village of Dwight in 2001

Dwight, IL Historic Buildings

Bank Of Dwight

The Bank of Dwight built in 1855, is the oldest business institution in the village. The Greek Classic design building was remodeled in 1974

Dwight, IL Historic Buildings

Prairie Creek Library

The Prairie Creek Library was built in 1896 as a carriage house and later transformed into a treatment and recreation building for the Keeley Institute. The building has been on the National Registry of Historic Places,since 1980

Dwight, IL Historic Buildings

Historical Society Museum

The depot, built in 1916, is now the home of the Dwight Historical Society. The purpose is to preserve the history and culture the pertains to the Dwight area. The museum is listed on the National Register of Historical Sites

Dwight, IL Museums

Historic Route 66

Built in the 1920's, Route 66, also known as "The Mother Road," brought many people through Dwight on their way west looking for a more prosperous life. The road has evolved over the years to today's I-55

Dwight, IL Historic Districts

Things to do near Dwight, IL

Fayette County Museum

The century old First Presbyterian Church houses the Fayette County Museum. Found here are early American items dating back t...

Effingham Country Club

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

Blue Needle Golf Course

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

Stone Coal Log Cabin Village

Original log buildings form this educational village from early Illinois prairie years....

Lincoln Christening Scene

Lincoln, Illinois is only city named for Abraham Lincoln before he became president. He was present and christened it on the ...