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Chester, Illinois

  • Popeye Statue

    Monument to Elzie Seager, Chester native and creator of "Popeye the Sailor Man." This statue stands proudly next to Chester Bridge....
    Popeye Statue

  • 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....
    Governor Bond Memorial

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Spinach Can Collectibles Museum

Located in the 1875

Chester, IL Museums

Randolph County Museum & Archives

See an old electric chair (last used to execute a woman who killed her brother)

Chester, IL Museums

Chester Riverfront Mural

Painted in the 1930'

Chester, IL Arts

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

Things to do near Chester, IL

Stonewolf Golf Club

Course Access: PublicHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 10 days...

Chester Country Club

Course Access: Semi-PrivateHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes...

Melvin Price Locks And Dam

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

National Great Rivers Museum

Pere Marquette Historic Site

When Europeans began to explore the Illinois country, most of the Native Americans they met were members of the Illini tribe....