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Historic Petersburg

Surveyed by Abraham Lincoln in 1836, the Petersburg Historic District, which encompasses well over half of Petersburg, is included in the National Register of Historic Sites

Petersburg, IL Historic Districts


Edgar Lee Masters Memorial Museum

In memory of American poet, Edgar Lee Masters, author of, "The Spoon River Anthology"

Petersburg, IL Museums

Lincoln's New Salem State Historic Site

This reconstructed 1830's village is where Lincoln lived for 6 yrs. as a young adult. Here is where he studied law and began politics. All 23 buildings have been reconstructed to give visitors a clearer understanding of Pioneer life.

Petersburg, IL Historic Sites


Things to do near Petersburg, IL

University of Illinois Library

The University of Illinois Library is the largest public university library in the world and the third largest academic libra...

Norton Knolls Golf Course

Course Access: PublicHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: 1 days...

Shambolee Golf Club

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

Fey Orr Memorial Mural

A 120'x16' mural honoring the late Fey Orr, prominent business and philanthropist appears on the Beaverville Grain and Lumber...