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.…
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…
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,…
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…
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 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,…
(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…
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…