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The Illiana Genealogical & Historical Society
The Illiana Genealogical & Historical Society was incorporated in 1964, becoming the first genealogical society in Illinois. it'
Danville, IL GenealogyOff Track Betting Facility
Food, fun and horseracing are the order of the day at the Danville OTB parlor. Adjacent to the Ramada just off I-74. Catch the excitement of thoroughbread and harness racing on 100
Danville, IL GamingSalt Kettle Rest Area
The Salt Kettle Rest Area is accessible from the westbound lands of I-74
Oakwood, IL Historic SitesKickapoo State Park
Once a scarred wasteland ravaged by turn-of-the-century strip-mine operations, Kickapoo State State Recreation Area's 2,842 acres now provide an outdoor playground with something to appeal to every member of the family. Twenty two deep water ponds, ranging in size from 0.2 of an acre to 57
Oakwood, IL State ParksWWI Victory Memorial
The WWI Victory Memorial monument to Vermilion County's World War I veterans was sculpted by Lorado Taft. Its base displays the names of 51
Danville, IL MemorialsVeterans Affairs Medical Center - Danville
The VA Medical Center was established by an Act of Congress in 1896
Danville, IL Historic BuildingsVermilion County Museum
Vermilion County Museum is a new building which is a replica of the 1833 county courthouse where Lincoln practiced law from 1841-1859
Danville, IL MuseumsFithian Home
The Fithian home is a Lincoln site listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The 1855 Victorian mansion was the home of Dr. William Fithian, a friend of Abraham Lincoln. Lincoln spent 2 nights there in 1858
Danville, IL Historic HomesLamon House
The 1840's Lamon House is believed to be the oldest frame residence in the area. It was constructed by Joseph Lamon, cousin of Ward Hill Lamon, Lincoln'
Danville, IL Museums