On April 29, 1866, Woodland Cemetery was the site of the first Memorial Day service in Illinois and the first in the nation to honor those who had died in the Civil War. Now, Memorial Day is celebrated annually at this historical Civil War landmark located in the center of Read more…
On Friday, June 2, 2023 we will have FOOD, music playing, Biergarten and vendors set up at 5 PM. Till about 8 PM. On Saturday, June 3, 2023 we will have vendors set up, concessioners, Biergarten and live music. The music begins at 12 noon with The Sullivan 3 band. Read more…
Are you excited to get outdoors and hit the trails, but scared of getting lost? Then join Anne Townsend from Illinois Extension as she guides us through the basics of orienteering. We will learn how to read a map and compass, use them together, shoot bearings, play games and learn Read more…
Upick lavender farm will be open June 3, 4, 10, 11, 17 & 18. Each of these weekend days the hours will be 10 am to 5 pm. Be sure to mark your calendars so you don’t miss our short season.
Half the majesty and mystery of spaceship earth happens at night! Bring your headlamp/flashlight for a fun exploratory walk in the park with experiential educator Short Face Bear in the moonlight forest. Registration is required.
It is Free! This is designed for Kids! Mel Goot is joined by area musicians from local high schools and colleges to give young listeners the opportunity to discover the joys of Jazz music. Kids and Adults will learn about Improvisation, Music Collaboration and the instruments played in a fun Read more…
The Art of Bonsai and the rugged beauty of the Cache River wetland trees come together in this presentation of Bonsai, Past and Present, featuring a 40 year-old Bald Cypress that is only 24” tall! Other trees will be on display as well, along with plenty of answers to your Read more…
Massiac Marines, French and Indian War period reenactors present a living history program at Fort Massac, Metropolis. 10 to 4. Reenactors will be demonstrating a variety of 18th century children’s and tavern games. Visitors are encouraged to join in! 618-524-9321
Upick lavender farm will be open June 10, 11, 17 & 18. Each of these weekend days the hours will be 10 am to 5 pm. Be sure to mark your calendars so you don’t miss our short season.
The Ohio River Visitor Center in Equality will be hosting the mobile exhibit “Innovation in Rural America” from the Smithsonian Institution from June 17—July 21, 2023. Fridays--------3-7 PM, Saturdays----Noon-7 PM, Sundays------Noon-3 PM The Smithsonian Museum describes the exhibit as: “The story of human history is written in Read more…
Upick lavender farm will be open June 17 & 18. Each of these weekend days the hours will be 10 am to 5 pm. Be sure to mark your calendars so you don’t miss our short season.
There will be over 12 hearty appetizers available along with unlimited signature cocktails, wine, and beer. A Silent Auction will be held with over 20 items featured. Live music will be provided by Loose Gravel and Bill and Glenda Raby. Tickets are $40 each and available by calling 618-684-3455 or Read more…
YOU’RE INVITED TO VISIT US ANYTIME THROUGHOUT THE YEAR. IT’S EASY TO GET HERE FROM INTERSTATES 57 OR 24. WE’RE LESS THAN THREE HOURS FROM ST. LOUIS, MEMPHIS, NASHVILLE, OR EVANSVILLE. WE ARE EAGER TO ASSIST YOU IN ANY WAY TO MAKE YOUR STAY IN SOUTHERNMOST ILLINOIS MEMORABLE.
