Jacksonville Main Street
Central Park Plaza, Jacksonville, IL, Jacksonville, IL 62650
Historic Sites
Jacksonville Main Street was founded to create programs and activities aimed at revitalizing and rejuvenating downtown to re-establish the downtown as a healthy, vibrant, and economically secure center of commerce and social activities.
Jacksonville Main Street, founded in 1998, revitalizes downtown Jacksonville, IL, through historic preservation, economic development, and community engagement. Funded by events, donations, and local partnerships, it fosters vibrancy, supports businesses, and enhances quality of life.
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World of Outlaws Sprint Cars Jacksonville Showdown
Apr 17 @ 6PM
The World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Cars kick off a weekend of bullring racing at Illinois’ Jacksonville Speedway!
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Underground Railroad Spring Bus Tour
Beecher Hall • Apr 26 @ 1PM
Join our Storyteller tour guides, outfitted in 19th century period attire, as we travel the sites of the Underground Railroad!
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Plates on State
Jacksonville Area Convention & Visitors Bureau • May 03 @ 3PM
Join Jacksonville Plates on State, an outdoor dinner event on Sunday, May 3, 2026, celebrating Travel & Tourism Week. Enjoy a 5-course meal with wine pairings,…
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Jacksonville Historic Homes Walking Tour
Jacksonville
Take a stroll through Jacksonville and view its historic homes.
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Governor Duncan Mansion
Jacksonville
This home served as the official executive mansion for the State of Illinois from 1834-1838. Today, the home is owned and operated by the Rev. James…
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Jacksonville's Underground Railroad Tour
Jacksonville
See a variety of locations in Jacksonville that have connection to the Underground Railroad.
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