Built in 1887, the Koenig House was designed by Lucas Pfeiffenberger.
Built in 1887, the Koenig House was designed by Lucas Pfeiffenberger.
The Piasa Bird (pronounced Pie-a-saw), is a local legend in the Alton area. Its foundings go back to 1673 when Father Jacques Marquette, in recording his famous journey down the Mississippi River with Louis Joliet, described the "Piasa"
Alton, IL ArchaeologyThe Lovejoy State Memorial of granite and bronze commemorates abolitionist newspaper editor, Elijah P. Lovejoy, who was killed by a mob while defending his printing press at Alton on November 7, 1837. Lovejoy'
Alton, IL MemorialsThis 12,000 square foot facility located on the banks of the Mississippi River is dedicated to telling the story of the river. The museum features more than 20 exhibits and displays, many of which are highly interactive and computer-animated. Known as the "Father of Waters"
Alton, IL Discovery CentersRobert Pershing Wadlow (February 22, 1918 - July 15, 1940), according to Guinness World Records, is the tallest man in medical history for whom there is irrefutable evidence. He is often known as the Alton Giant. Wadlow reached an unprecedented 8 ft 11.1 in (272 cm) in height and weighed 439 lb (199
Alton, IL One Of A KindsOfficially began in 1994, The winery now grows a total of 15 varieties of grapes and it also grows blackberries and strawberr...
This bridge was built in 1927. The fifth bridge to cross the Mississippi River connecting Illinois and Missouri, it shortened...
Course Access: PublicHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7 days...
The family waterpark is a 12-acre attraction operated by the Collinsville Recreation District. It is a water wonderland for t...
5000 square foot, 2 story lazer tag arena. Up to 30 can play at one time; live scoring and scorecards after your game so you...