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At the end of Cumberland Rd., the first highway built by the US government, Vandalia awaited early travelers who made the long journey westward. The statue marks the terminal point of this historic roadway for modern day visitors.

The 10-feet-tall figure is made of pink Algonite stone and was erected by the Daughters of the American Revolution whose vision inspired sculptor August Leimbach from Kaltennordheim, Germany.

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Madonna of the Trail Statue

At the end of Cumberland Rd., the first highway built by the US government, Vandalia awaited early travelers who made the long journey westward. The statue marks the terminal point of this historic roadway for modern day visitors. The 10

Vandalia, IL Arts

Little Brick House

Listed on the National Register

Vandalia, IL Museums


Old State Cemetary

Bronze markers give biographical information about prominent citizens from the earliest history of the community. Every fall, volunteers in period dress "ressurrect"

Vandalia, IL Cemeteries


Things to do near Vandalia, IL

Monticello Golf Club

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

Skateboard Park

Skateboard Park features 18,000 square feet of concrete with 3 bowls, a snake run and an exciting street course....

Faries Park Golf Course

Course Access: PublicHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7 days...

Moweaqua Golf Course

Course Access: PublicHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: 14 days...

John Philip Sousa Library & Museum

In honor of "the true music man," John Philip Sousa, the John Philip Sousa Library & Museum relives the era in which Sousa's ...