The Gateway Geyser - East St. Louis, Illinois
The Gateway Geyser - East St. Louis, Illinois
Just look at the geyser soaring to nearly 630-feet, the geyser’s height mirrors that of St. Louis’ famed Gateway Arch, located directly across the Mississippi River.
The center fountain is complemented by four auxiliary fountains, which represent the four rivers that converge in the St. Louis area.
Cahokia Mounds - Collinsville, Illinois
Cahokia Mounds - Collinsville, Illinois
The Interpretation of the Cahokia site focuses on its uniqueness as an urban center, or a city. It is the largest prehistoric Indian city north of Mexico and was a religious, political, economic and cultural center.
Gateway International Raceway - Madison, Illinois
Gateway International Raceway - Madison, Illinois
More than 140,000 international fans pack the stands at the Gateway International Raceway in Madison to watch the world’s leading racecar drivers compete in the NASCAR Busch and Craftsman Truck Series, as well as the NHRA Sears Craftsman Nationals.
Fort de Chartres - Prairie du Rocher, Illinois
Fort de Chartres - Prairie du Rocher, Illinois
The oldest building in Illinois, a massive stone fort called Fort de Chartres, which was built by French colonists in 1753. The fort served as the seat of government during the French rule. After viewing Fort de Chartres, tour the nearby well-preserved sites that were established from Chester to Cahokia by Illinois’ earliest European settlers.
Pere Marquette State Park - Grafton, Illinois
Pere Marquette State Park - Grafton, Illinois
Pere Marquette State Park comprises 8,050 acres making it Illinois’ largest state park.
The Park is famous for the beauty of its fall colors and as a home for bald eagles in the winter. In addition to the spectacular views of the Illinois and Mississippi rivers from several scenic overlooks, visitors can take advantage of a variety of year-round recreational activities, including hiking, biking, horseback riding, camping, fishing, boating, and taking part in interpretative programs.
Eagle Watching in Alton - Alton, Illinois
Eagle Watching in Alton - Alton, Illinois
The Bald Eagle was adopted as the national symbol of the United States in 1782 because of its independence and strength. Measuring about 30 inches (76 cm) in length and possessing a wingspan of 72-84 inches (1.8-2.1 m), the adult eagle is easily identified by its unmistakable brown body set off by a white head and tail and bright yellow bill.
Popeye Statue - Chester, Illinois
Popeye Statue - Chester, Illinois
Popeye Statue is in Elzie C. Segar Park in Chester, Illinois.
This 6 foot tall, 900 pound, bronze-metallic statue of Popeye was inspired by the fact that Segar, Popeye’s creator, was born in Chester and that many of the Popeye characters were modeled after real residents of the town. It is reported that Segar’s old boss at the Opera House, J. William Schuchert, was the model for J. Wellington Wimpy and had a fondness for hamburgers.
Jarrot Mansion - Cahokia, Illinois
Jarrot Mansion - Cahokia, Illinois
The Jarrot Mansion was completed in the year 1810 for Nicholas Jarrot, a native Frenchman who achieved prosperity through trade, land, and law in frontier Cahokia. The Jarrot Mansion is the oldest brick home in the state of Illinois.
Cahokia Court House - Cahokia, Illinois
Cahokia Court House - Cahokia, Illinois
Originally constructed as a dwelling, the Cahokia Courthouse served as the center of political activity in the Old Northwest Territory. The courthouse also served as a U.S. territorial courthouse and the county seat for several years. Additional information about the courthouse can be found on the History page.
Superman Museum - Metropolis Illinois
The Super Museum in Metropolis, Illinois features a collection of superman memorabilia, including the original costume worn by George Reeves, the first superman in the ’50s. Also included are movie props, rare toys, comic books and a video presentation. The museum is stuffed with over 20,000 items relating to the 60+ year old Superman saga, from his first appearance in comic books to his latest indignity in "Lois and Clark" and other postmodern adaptations.
