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Fithian Home
The Fithian home is a Lincoln site listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The 1855 Victorian mansion was the home of Dr. William Fithian, a friend of Abraham Lincoln. Lincoln spent 2 nights there in 1858
Danville, IL Historic HomesWWI Victory Memorial
The WWI Victory Memorial monument to Vermilion County's World War I veterans was sculpted by Lorado Taft. Its base displays the names of 51
Danville, IL MemorialsSalt Kettle Rest Area
The Salt Kettle Rest Area is accessible from the westbound lands of I-74
Oakwood, IL Historic SitesOff Track Betting Facility
Food, fun and horseracing are the order of the day at the Danville OTB parlor. Adjacent to the Ramada just off I-74. Catch the excitement of thoroughbread and harness racing on 100
Danville, IL GamingThe Illiana Genealogical & Historical Society
The Illiana Genealogical & Historical Society was incorporated in 1964, becoming the first genealogical society in Illinois. it'
Danville, IL GenealogyMann's Chapel
Mann's Chapel is the oldest church in Vermilion County. It was constructed in 1857
Rossville, IL Historic ChurchesVermilion 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 MuseumsVermilion County War Museum
The 12,800-square ft. military museum is housed in what used to be a Carnegie Library. Their collection contains over 2,000 artifacts and memorabilia from the 1800'
Danville, IL MuseumsKennekuk County Park
Founded in 1974, Kennekuk County Park is 3000 acres in size and is located five miles west of Danville. It is bordered on the west by the Middle Fork National Scenic River and the Middle Fork State Wildlife Area (3000 acres). Kickapoo State Park (3000 acres)
Danville, IL Recreation ParksVeterans Affairs Medical Center - Danville
The VA Medical Center was established by an Act of Congress in 1896
Danville, IL Historic BuildingsForest Glen County Preserve
At Forest Glen Preserve visitors can stroll through the #3 ranked arboretum in the state, a 40-acre restored tall-grass prairie, a recreated pioneer homestead or take a look at the big view from the park's 72
Westville, IL Nature Preserves