Petersburg, Illinois

Oakland Cemetary
The grave site of Ann Rutledge, Abraham Lincoln's first sweetheart, lies in Oakland Cemetary. Her tombstone bears an inscription written by Edgar Lee Masters, who is buried nearby....
Oakland Cemetary
Rosehill Cemetery
Rosehill Cemetery contains the grave of mayor B.F. Stevenson, founder of the G.A.R. Other notable graves are of Peter Lukins for whom Petersburg was named, and Dr. John Allen and Samuel Hill, noted fi...
Rosehill Cemetery

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Oakland Cemetary

The grave site of Ann Rutledge, Abraham Lincoln'

Petersburg, IL Cemeteries

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

The Farm

Petersburg, IL Fun Centers

Rosehill Cemetery

Petersburg, IL Cemeteries

Things to do near Petersburg, IL

Gillespie Country Club

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

Illinois State Military Museum

Christian County Historical Society Museum

Walk through an 1820 log house, the 1839 Christian County courthouse where Lincoln argued cases, an 1854 farmhouse and an 185...

Fairbury Downtown District

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

Livingston County Courthouse

On the square in downtown Ponitac, the courthouse was built in 1875 and is listed in the National Register of Historic Pla...