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Lewis & Clark
State Historic
Site
Route 3 at Poag Road
618-251-2680
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Site
of Camp DuBois where Lewis and Clark spent the winter of 1803-1804 before
they began their epic journey up the Missouri River. An interpretive
center containing a replica keelboat and other exhibits is on the site
along with a reconstructed fort illustrating the Corp's living conditions. |
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Bethalto
Historical Museum
124 W. Main Street
Bethalto
618-377-9944
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Historical
exhibits housed in Bethalto's former village hall. Next door is the
renovated log cabin.
Open Saturdays from 1 pm to 4 pm, other times by appointment. |
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Camp DuBois
NE corner of intersection
of Routes 3 and 143
Wood River
618-254-1993
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Replica of
Lewis & Clark's winter encampment that served as a staging point for
their expedition. This site is under construction and hosts the annual Camp
DuBois Rendezvous in May. |
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Melvin Price Locks & Dam
2751 Berns Highway
East Alton
877-462-6979
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Visitors can
watch river craft use the locks and the area is a favorite site for bald eagles in the
winter. Free tours are available daily. |
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National Great Rivers
Museum
Hwy 143 at Locks & Dam Way
East Alton
877-462-6979
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This museum, located at the Melvin Price
Locks and Dam, covers a variety of aspects concerning the Mississippi,
Missouri and Illinois rivers. |
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Shell History Museum
Route 111 & Madison Street
Roxana
618-255-3718
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Run
entirely by volunteers, this museum is devoted to the story and impact of
the area's local refineries. |
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Wood River
Museum
& Visitors Center
40 W. Ferguson Avenue
Wood River
618-254-1993 |
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history, the impact of Standard Oil on the community, and Sears houses are
among the topics covered by this museum operated by the Wood River
Heritage Council. |
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A-1 Limousines,
Trolleys & Tours
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101 Whitelaw Avenue
618-254-7874 |
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The Aquatic Center
Wood River |
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670 Whitelaw Avenue
618-251-3110 |
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Legacy Tours
East Alton |
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1048 Rhondell Place
618-258-0252 |
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| Nearby
Attractions |
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Alton Area |
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Northwest of
the Wood River area is the city of Alton, the largest city
in the Scenic Byway area. Alton is the home
of several Civil War related sites, as well as the Alton Museum of History
and Art, Robert Wadlow (the world's tallest man) and several historic
districts. In Godfrey, visitors can find 300 acres of tall-grass prairie
and woodlands at the Olin Nature Preserve. Crossing the Mississippi via the Clark
Bridge leads to the Riverlands Environmental Demonstration Area. Just
northwest of the Alton Visitors Center is the start of the Sam Vadalabene
Bike Trail. |
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Southern
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To the south of
the Wood River area travelers will find the remains of a prehistoric
Native American civilization at Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site.
Horseshoe Lake State Park is known for fishing, hunting and its excellent
birdwatching opportunities. Route 66 passed through Edwardsville and
Granite City, and Collinsville is the site of the world’s largest catsup
bottle. There are several local history museums and numerous sites and
districts on the National Register of Historic Places. |
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For Travelers Heading Across The River |
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Meeting
the Missouri
The two longest rivers of the United States, the Missouri and the
Mississippi, meet at St. Charles County, Missouri. The
Historic St. Charles downtown area offers visitors a variety of
attractions including the Lewis and Clark Boat House and Nature
Center, The Foundry Art Centre, and Missouri’s First State
Capitol. Nearby is Confluence State Park and the Daniel Boone
Home. |
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St. Louis Area
To the east of
the Southern Madison County area lies metropolitan St. Louis. Easily
accessible by 1-70, I-44, I-64, and I-55 the region offers an abundance of
activities that cover the interests of almost any visitor. |
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