In the quaint town of Girard, you will find one of the sweetest spots in Illinois, Doc’s Soda Fountain and Drug Store Museum. The spot has been a classic on Route 66 for years and offers a special glimpse at …
Illinois’ Great Rivers Country is laden with rich history, with picturesque towns that reveal the tales of times gone by. When exploring the river towns, you’re likely to come across passionate Illinoisans who can offer a glimpse into the past …
I ended my Mile Marker weekend at the quirky and delightful DeMoulin Museum in Greenville, Illinois. I’ll admit I didn’t know what to expect from a museum devoted to DeMoulin Bros and Company – known today primarily as makers of …
On the second day of my Mile Marker adventure, I traveled 57 miles and 400 years from Cahokia Mounds to Vandalia, home of the Old State Capitol of Illinois and the terminus of the National Road. I began my day …
Let me start out by saying that if you’re not interested in history, I’m the wrong Mile Marker to read. No, I take that back. You should read me. I’d love to change your mind. I began my Mile Marker …
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Thu, May 23, 2013
