Explore Vermilion County
Fithian 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 HomesVermilion 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 MuseumsThe 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 GamingVermilion County War Museum
The 12,800-square ft. military museum is housed in what used to be a Carnegie Library. Their collection contains over 2,000 artifacts and memorabilia from the 1800'
Danville, IL MuseumsForest Glen County Preserve
At Forest Glen Preserve visitors can stroll through the #3 ranked arboretum in the state, a 40-acre restored tall-grass prairie, a recreated pioneer homestead or take a look at the big view from the park's 72
Westville, IL Nature PreservesVeterans Affairs Medical Center - Danville
The VA Medical Center was established by an Act of Congress in 1896
Danville, IL Historic BuildingsMann's Chapel
Mann's Chapel is the oldest church in Vermilion County. It was constructed in 1857
Rossville, IL Historic ChurchesSalt Kettle Rest Area
The Salt Kettle Rest Area is accessible from the westbound lands of I-74
Oakwood, IL Historic Sites