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Danville, Illinois

  • Historic Danville Stadium

    Built in 1946 as part of the Brooklyn Dodgers farm system, it serves as the home field for high school, American Legion, and community college baseball teams. During the summer, the field is home to t...
    Historic Danville Stadium

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Lamon House

The 1840's Lamon House is believed to be the oldest frame residence in the area. It was constructed by Joseph Lamon, cousin of Ward Hill Lamon, Lincoln'

Danville, IL Museums

Lake Vermillion

Lake Vermilion is a 1000-acre lake located in Danville. It is a water supply lake and is owned by Aqua Illinois Inc. The Vermilion County Conservation District (V.C.C.D.) maintains the lease on the lake and manages the recreational activities. It is one of Illinois'

Danville, IL Recreation


The Illiana Genealogical & Historical Society

The Illiana Genealogical & Historical Society was incorporated in 1964, becoming the first genealogical society in Illinois. it'

Danville, IL Genealogy

Vermilion County Museum

Vermilion County Museum is a new building which is a replica of the 1833 county courthouse where Lincoln practiced law from 1841-1859

Danville, IL Museums

Things to do near Danville, IL

Governor Bond Lake

Governor Bond Lake was created in 1963 to supply the expanding city with a fresh water supply. This beautiful lake is a wonde...

Rosamond Grove Cemetery

Rosamond Grove Cemetery can be seen as a high mound overlooking the prairie which is home to the famous statue "Lincoln the O...

Vachel Lindsay Home

The 1879 birthplace of the native Springfield poet/artist, this house remained Lindsay's only home until his death there in 1...

Hot Metal Heaven Museum

The Hot Metal Heaven Museum displays a collection of letterpress printing memorabilia....

Abraham Lincoln Long Nine Museum

The Abraham Lincoln Long Nine Museum has electronic audio narrated dioramas that depict Abe the railsplitter, the self-taught...