Fun for Kids

Good Times for All Ages

Who says you should call a babysitter for your next trip? Bring the kids along! Jacksonville is packed with fun experiences for all ages with parks, outdoor recreation, entertainment, and much more! Pack some snacks for the little ones and see what makes Jacksonville a premier family destination.

a boy and a girl decorating pumpkins


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.

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 May 4 - 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 Area Museum

Jacksonville Area Museum
Listing Title
Jacksonville Area Museum
Address
301 East State Street
Jacksonville, Illinois 62650
Hours
Wednesday & Saturday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Jacksonville Public Library

Jacksonville Public Library
Listing Title
Jacksonville Public Library
Address
201 West College Avenue
Jacksonville, Illinois 62650
Hours
Sunday: Closed
Monday - Thursday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Key Events

Key Events
Listing Title
Key Events
Address
803 South Diamond Suite 3
Jacksonville, Illinois 62650