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A Day in the Sun

Blog, Dining, Entertainment, History, Travel, Trip IdeasDecember 11, 20222KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Take advantage of the summer sunshine with some of our family friendly summer adventure suggestions. A day at the pool, picking fresh produce, and enjoying the sweet tastes of summertime. Aquatic Zoo Water Park 1700 34th St, Mt Vernon, IL 62864 (618) 241-0691 Beat the heat at one of the best waterparks in Southern Illinois! The Aquatic Zoo Water…

Arts & Culture

Blog, Entertainment, History, Travel, Trip IdeasDecember 11, 20223KViews 0Likes 0Comments

View stunning gallery art, take a painting class, discover sculptures around the city, and shop local artists. Experience true Creativity Redefined through Mt. Vernon’s Art & Culture itinerary! Cedarhurst Center for the Arts 2600 E Richview Rd, Mt Vernon, IL 62864 (618) 242-1236 Cedarhurst Center for the Arts is a nationally accredited museum expanding over a 90-acre campus.…

Mt. Vernon Travel Must Haves

Dining, Entertainment, History, TravelDecember 7, 20222KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Located at the crossroads of two major interstates, it just makes sense to stop in Mt. Vernon! Whatever the reason for your trip, we want to make sure you make the most of it. Planning can sometimes be stressful, but it doesn’t have to be! The Mt. Vernon Tourism office, located inside the Mt.…

Sweet Treats

Dining, TravelDecember 7, 20223KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Treat yourself to something sweet! These small businesses in Mt. Vernon offer delicious desserts such as ice cream, pies, cakes, snow cones, frappes, and more. Mary’s Sno Cones Veteran’s Park 800 S. 27th St. Mt. Vernon, IL 62864 The sno cone stand at Veterans Park is a long time favorite among Mt. Vernon locals and even those from outside the…

Family Fun Day Itinerary

Entertainment, TravelDecember 7, 20222KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Whether you are a local, or just visiting, we want to help you find fun, new adventures in Mt. Vernon for the whole family! No matter the season, there are many indoor and outdoor activities for everyone to enjoy. Bike trails, swimming, ax throwing, laser tag, arcades, and more await! Veteran’s Park 800 S. 27th St., Mt. Vernon,…

Stay. Dine. Discover. Enjoy!

Dining, Entertainment, History, Holiday, TravelDecember 7, 20222KViews 0Likes 0Comments

A - Appellate Courthouse Built in 1854, the Appellate Courthouse carries rich, local history. In 1888, the courtroom turned into a temporary hospital, under the supervision of Clara Barton, after a disastrous tornado struck the town. It is also the only courthouse, still in operation, where Abraham Lincoln himself argued a case in 1859. B - Boutique…

The Lights at Cedarhurst

HolidayApril 4, 20223KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Just over the river and through the woods, The Lights will transform the museum campus into a winter wonderland with 10 dazzling light features installed along a 3/4 mile walking loop designed to highlight the best of the Cedarhurst campus. From distinct building architecture to the beautiful sculpture park – including open lawns, wooded trails, water…

A Visit to the Granada Theater

Entertainment, History, TravelDecember 10, 20203KViews 0Likes 0Comments

A group of community tourism leaders recently toured the Granada Theatre in downtown Mt. Vernon. Currently only open for special events and private parties, the Granada was formerly the boom of downtown with its bookend sister, the former movie theater from the other end of 9th Street, the Stadium. Under the ownership of entrepreneur, Russell Brown,…

Getting Local with Grace: Car Care Connections

TravelFebruary 21, 20202KViews 0Likes 0Comments

(Pictured from left to right: Comprehensive Connections Vocational Director, Melissa Learned, Executive Director, Debbie Holsapple, and Car Wash Manager, Jamie Dodson) Providing a quality service to the public while helping those with disabilities gain life skills and a better sense of self-worth. That’s what the staff at Comprehensive Connections say Car Care Connections is all…

One of a Kind: Fun Facts on Mt. Vernon, IL

HistoryJanuary 21, 20203KViews 1Like 0Comments

How well do you know Mt. Vernon? Discover these fun facts to learn more about the unique history and trivia behind Mt. Vernon, Illinois! The Great Cyclone It was an unusually warm day on February 19, 1888, when an F-4 tornado tore through the city leaving it in shambles. The tornado paved a 64-mile path…

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A Day in the Sun

Arts & Culture

Mt. Vernon Travel Must Haves

Sweet Treats

Family Fun Day Itinerary

Stay. Dine. Discover. Enjoy!

The Lights at Cedarhurst

A Visit to the Granada Theater

Getting Local with Grace: Car Care Connections

One of a Kind: Fun Facts on Mt. Vernon, IL

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