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Popeye Statue

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

Chester, IL Monuments


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

Things to do near Chester, IL

Melvin Price Locks And Dam

Locks and dam. Fantastic view from outdoor promenade....

Mermaid House

A retired sea captain built the Mermaid House as a hotel in 1830 on the St. Louis-Vincennes Trail, now known as Rte. 50. A fa...

GMC Stadium

This 5,000-seat stadium has reserved box seats, lawn seats, party sites and a hot tub. It's home to the Gateway Grizzlies min...

Schorr Lake Vineyard and Winery

Officially began in 1994, The winery now grows a total of 15 varieties of grapes and it also grows blackberries and strawberr...

Elmwood Golf Course

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