category : Museums
In memory of American poet, Edgar Lee Masters, author of, "The Spoon River Anthology". Memorabilia of his life and works are displayed in the house where he lived as a young boy.

Admission: Free
Hours: T-S: 10am-noon & 1pm-3pm
Address: Eighth & Jackson Streets
Phone: 217-632-7363

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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

Rosehill Cemetery

Petersburg, IL Cemeteries

Menard County Historical Museum

Housed in an 1890

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

The Farm

Petersburg, IL Fun Centers

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Edgar Lee Masters Memorial Museum

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Lincoln's New Salem State Historic Site

Rosehill Cemetery

Menard County Historical Museum

Historic Petersburg

The Farm

Things to do Museums near Petersburg, IL

Illinois State Museum

Historical Landmarks Museum Complex

Hutson Memorial Village Museum Cabins

Harkey House

Livingston County War Museum