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Petersburg, Illinois

  • The Farm

    Twenty-three theme gardens, rustic shop in barn featuring herbal gifts and supplies, group tours, picnics and hayrides and greenhouse. Call ahead for additional hours....
    The Farm

Attractions and Upcoming Events

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

Edgar Lee Masters Memorial Museum

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

Petersburg, IL Museums



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

Things to do near Petersburg, IL

Shoal Creek Golf Course

Course Access: PublicHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: 2 days...

Bryant Cottage State Historic Site

An 1856 cottage where tradition says Abraham Lincoln and his rival Stephen Douglas discussed their upcoming debates. A visit ...

Veterans Memorial

This 9 ton cannon, used in WW II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War, stands alongside Veterans Parkway in honor of the men a...

Lake Of The Woods Golf Club -Lake Of The Woods Par 3

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

Fairbury Downtown District

Fairbury's renovated downtown area features eateries, specialty shops, consignment and antiques. There is also a vintage-look...