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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.

Attractions and Upcoming Events

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

Historic Town Square & Downtown Carbondale

25 historic buildings edge Carbondale's nostalgic Town Square. When Daniel Harmon Brush, Carbondale's founding father, filed the original 56-acre plat of Carbondale in 1852, almost 10

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

The Science Center

Hands on children's science museum filled with fun, interactive and educational activities!

Carbondale, IL Science Centers

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

Things to do near Carbondale, IL

Pro Signature Family Recreational Range

Pro Signature Family Recreational Range includes miniature golf course, driving range and batting cages for softball and base...

Douglass School Art Place

Located in the old Frederick Douglass Grade School, the Douglass School Art Place has glass blowing shops, art exhibitions, s...

Carlyle Lake Golf Club

Course Access: PublicHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7 days...

Washington County Conservation Area

This 248-acre lake offers wildlife viewing, fishing, and hiking as well as 900 surrounding acres for hunting. The conservatio...

Saline Golf & Country Club

Course Access: Semi-PrivateHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes...