Attractions

Explore Jacksonville

Flyover country? Please. This is pull over and go explore country. Historical sites, artistic masterpieces, engineering marvels, the great outdoors… You’ll be surprised how much there is to see and do in our corner of Central Illinois. See the incredible and varied attractions around Jacksonville, Illinois and discover what makes us a destination you’ll never want to overlook.


Big Eli Ferris Wheel

Big Eli Ferris Wheel
Listing Title
Big Eli Ferris Wheel
Address
Community Park
Morton Avenue & Main Street
Hours
Sundays 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
June 2 - September 29
Available for private parties, contact Stefanie Ballinger at 217-248-9712.

Charters of Freedom

Charters of Freedom
Listing Title
Charters of Freedom
Address
Located northeast corner of the historic Downtown Square

Governor Duncan Mansion

Governor Duncan Mansion
Listing Title
Governor Duncan Mansion
Address
4 Duncan Place
Jacksonville, Illinois 62650
Hours
Open Memorial Day through Labor Day
Wednesday & Saturday: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
May Schedule by appointment.

Jacksonville African American History Museum

Jacksonville African American History Museum
Listing Title
Jacksonville African American History Museum
Address
859 Grove Street
Jacksonville, Illinois 62650
Hours
Starting June 6 - October 6

Wednesday: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Saturday: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Sunday: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Open all year by appointment.

Jacksonville R/C Speedway

Jacksonville R/C Speedway
Listing Title
Jacksonville R/C Speedway
Address
880 East Vandalia Road
Jacksonville, Illinois 62650
Hours
Spring - October

Jacksonville Speedway

Jacksonville Speedway
Listing Title
Jacksonville Speedway
Address
110 South Westgate Avenue
Jacksonville, Illinois 62650

Walldog Murals

Walldog Murals
Listing Title
Walldog Murals
Address
Various areas of Historic Downtown Jacksonville