Meeting of the Great Rivers All Around Alton 2015 Visitor Guide

2015 VISITOR GUIDE

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The Alton Regional Convention and Visitors Bureau Visitor Center hours: Mon – Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Sat, Sun & Holidays, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Closed Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Please inform the Convention and Visitors Bureau of any additions or changes that may be suggested for future editions of this guide. Every attempt has been made to verify the information contained in this publication.

The Bureau is not responsible for incorrect, omitted or outdated information.

PHOTO CREDITS: Pete Basola, John Metcalfe, Mark Meyers, Mike Stout, Jeff Tupper, Michael Weaver & Keith Wedoe COVER PHOTO: Michael Weaver COPYRIGHT ©2014 ALTON REGIONAL CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU

CONTACT US phone: (800) ALTON-IL or (618) 465-6676 email: info@visitalton.com 200 Piasa St. Alton, IL 62002 COME VISIT US ON THE WEB! VisitAlton.com

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WELCOME

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MEETING OF THE GREAT RIVERS NATIONAL SCENIC BYWAY

10 COMMUNITIES 14 SEASONS 17

APPS & MORE

18 HISTORIC ATTRACTIONS & MUSEUMS 28 HAUNTED ALTON 32 SHOPPING 38 WEDDINGS 40 OUTDOORS & NATURE 50 ENTERTAINMENT/ARTS 56 LODGING 64 DINING 78 ORCHARDS & GARDENS

65M 12/14

80 HOW TO GET HERE A LTO N R E G I O N A L C V B B OA R D O F D I R E C TO R S Chairperson: Ann Badasch Vice Chair: Cindy Roth Secretary/Treasurer: Patty Rotermund Joanna Ahlin, Ben Allen, Karen Baker-Brncic, Kim Caughran, Steve Cousley, Leroy Emerick, Dale Hagen, Linda Jun, Jack Leonard, Mike McCormick, Brooke Miller, Dave Miller, Donna Moore, Jennifer Miglionico, Mike Nikonovich, Allison Richars, James Ryan

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Where the rivers meet Slide into the driver’s seat and come with us on a journey to a place where your worries melt away in the rear view mirror. The scenery is breathtaking, and the moment is yours to seize.

To travel this road is to take a trek back in time, a journey into America’s history and an adventure to an awe-inspiring place. Whether you’re looking for beauty, rugged recreation or a quiet escape, let the rushing waters flowing together at your feet lead to an experience you’ll never forget.

Plan your getaway where the great rivers meet the road at VisitAlton.com.

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M EETI N G O F TH E

G R EAT R IV ERS NATI O NAL SCEN I C Just 25 miles north of St. Louis on the banks of the Mississippi River, the Meeting of the Great Rivers National Scenic Byway is truly a Midwestern treasure with beautiful stretches of roadway cradled by the rolling waters of the Mighty Mississippi River and majestic limestone river bluffs.

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BY WAY 33

Magnificent Miles

of the entire 2,340 miles of the Great River Road

History

1938: Congress establishes Great River Road 1944: Great River Road completed from Alton to Jersey County 1966: Final segment of Great River Road completed to Grafton 1998: Meeting of Great Rivers designated as Illinois & National Scenic Byway 2007: Named one of seven wonders in Illinois Points of interest:

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18 Points along the BY WAY

NATURE, HISTORY & MORE 1

Lewis & Clark State Historic Site 2 Lewis & Clark Confluence Tower 3 Wood River Museum & Visitors Center 4a National Great Rivers Research & Education Center 4b National Great Rivers Museum/ Melvin Price Locks & Dam 5 Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary/Audubon Center at Riverlands 6 Alton Riverfront 7 Alton Visitor Center

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along the byway 8 Riverview Park 9 Piasa Park 10 Great Rivers Park 11 Clifton Terrace 12 Elsah & The Principia 13 Chautauqua 14 Grafton 15 Pere Marquette Cross 16 Brussels Ferry 17 Two Rivers National Wildlife Refuge 18 Pere Marquette State Park

GreatRiversByway.com

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ELSAH GRAFTON

ALTON GODFREY

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OUR PLACES

The communities contributing to the Meeting of the Great Rivers All Around Alton provide breathtaking scenes and history at the confluence of three great American rivers – the Mississippi, Illinois and Missouri. Each delivers their own character and culture marked by one-of-a-kind architecture, natural settings, people and events, which together express the personality of the great rivers. To see for yourself, hop in your car and take a leisurely drive to see the hidden treasures where the rivers meet the road!

Alton I Bethalto I Brussels I East Alton I Elsah I Godfrey Grafton I Hardin I Hartford I Jerseyville I Kampsville I Roxana South Roxana I Wood River I Madison, Jersey & Calhoun Counties

Hidden

TREASURES Alton

WHISPERING WALL AT LOVEJOY MONUMENT Got a secret? Sit on opposites sides of the Lovejoy Monument and send it through the “whispering wall.”

Monument & 5th streets

Brussels

VILLAGE JAIL In this historic village, you can view a reproduction of a oneroom jail in the center of town that would have been used to house criminals in the early 1800s. 131 E. Main St.

Godfrey

LINDBERGH RELAY STATION Stop by this relay station that was used by famed aviator Charles Lindbergh on mail flights between St. Louis & Chicago. 6810 Godfrey Road

Jerseyville

CHENEY MANSION Learn about the history of Jersey County in one of the oldest homes in Jerseyville, the Cheney Mansion, which features historical exhibits including a wing that houses a military museum. 601 N. State St.

Kampsville

CENTER FOR AMERICAN ARCHEOLOGY The stories of past civilizations come to life at the CAA through exhibits describing the 10,000 year pre-history of the lower Illinois River Valley. 100 Broadway St.

Otterville

HAMILTON PRIMARY SCHOOL Check out the first integrated school in the USA while you’re in town. This historic building was also just recently placed on Illinois’ 10 Most Endangered Historic Places. 107 E. Main St. VisitAlton.com | 1-800-258-6645

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Grafton ILLINOIS

An

Exciting Place to Visit...A Great Place to Live.

4 Seasons of Fun

• Wineries • Eagle Watching • Water Sports • Ziplining and Parasailing • Bike Trails

• Largest State Park in Illinois • Antique Shopping • Food & Lodging • Historic Buildings

Build a home in Grafton and we’ll give you a free, beautiful lot.

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ALTON Antique District | National Scenic Byway | Lively Entertainment Great Golf Courses | Lincoln & Civil War Sites | Mississippi River Winter Eagle Watching | Clark Bridge | World-Class Museums World’s Tallest Man | Legendary Piasa Bird Alton Marina | Fantastic Restaurants Biking & Hiking Trails

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SEASON The Meeting of the Great Rivers offers getaways for all seaso blush into bright reds, deep oranges and rustic browns maki make their home along the river banks. Spot them all during it’s time for relaxing river cruises and soaking up the sunshine listen to the sounds of sweet music floating above the river Whatever the season, getaways await for you where the rive

TOP 3 THINGS TO DO

TOP 3 THINGS TO DO

1 Fall color river cruise 2 Fall color drive along the Great River Road 3 Haunted Alton tours

1 Eagle watching 2 Drive through Christmas Wonderland 3 Holiday house tours

in the Fall

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A L O N G T H E B Y W AY

@summerlove21 #winery #daydate #grafton #aerieswinery

ns. During autumn, the fall colors along the bluffs begin to ng it a beautiful time for a leisurely drive. In winter, eagles an eagle watching tour or events. When the snow melts, sipping wines along the riverfronts. When summer rolls in, and take in some awesome, jaw-dropping river adventures. rs meet the road.

TOP 3 THINGS TO DO

TOP 3 THINGS TO DO

1 Mississippi River cruises 2 Relax at a winery 3 Bird watching

1 Parasail or zip line in Grafton 2 Soak up the sun at Raging Rivers 3 Enjoy live music at Liberty Bank Alton Amphitheater

in the Spring

in the Summer

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Check in

WITH US Once you arrive in town, make the Alton Visitor Center in Downtown Alton your first stop for information on lodging, dining, shopping and things to do. The center is open Monday thru Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, Sunday and holidays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

ALTON VISITOR CENTER 200 Piasa St., Alton, Il. | 1-800-258-6645 VisitAlton.com | GreatRiversByway.com

Before, during and after your stay, we want to hear from you!

SOUVENIRS

You can order Alton regionrelated shirts, books and other souvenirs and have it shipped directly to your house or place of business. There are over 30 items in the store including Piasa Bird T-shirts, Haunted Alton books, stuffed eagles, trumpeter swans and more!

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WEBSITE VisitAlton.com

DOWN LOA D TH E APP With your smartphone in hand, we have the mobile apps to guide you on your fall color quests, eagle watching adventures or just a day out with Lincoln. Shop for the apps in the Google Play Store or in the iTunes Store.

VisitAlton.com/Apps ALTON EAGLE WATCHING Let the Alton Eagle Watching app lead the way to the “Eagle Watching Hot Spots” throughout the region. Share your own eagle spottings and check out all of the eagle watching events.

AUTUMN ROAD TRIPS Looking for the best fall color drives? Download the Autumn Road Trips app to guide you along three scenic routes known for their colors. Check out all of the orchards and roadside stands along the way.

HAUNTED ALTON See for yourself if the shared stories of unexplained ghostly happenings are really true in “One of America’s Most Haunted Small Towns.” Use the app to find some haunted hot spots. Snap a ghostly picture to share with your friends.

ALTON LINCOLN TRAIL Follow Lincoln along Alton’s Lincoln & Civil War Legacy Trail when you download the app.

Navigate from site to site and listen to audio tracks of each site’s unique story.

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A River's Course ~ THROUGH ~

HISTORY

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From the beginning of time, people have been drawn to the rivers as a starting point for settlement, exploration, discovery, growth and prosperity. Ancient civilizations established roots on the river’s banks, explorers departed on epic journeys at the river’s mouth and memorable speeches were made with the river mighty waters flowing in the background. Here the intermingling of the Illinois, Missouri and Mississippi rivers over time has led to a confluence of ideas and historic moments shaping the fate of our region and turning points in time for our nation. Discover the stories waiting to be told where the rivers meet the road.

Flowing through TIME ICE AGE Beginning with the Ice Age, the forces that formed the river can be traced to ancient glaciers pushing their way down over most of Illinois. Remnants of the period can still be seen etched into the 300-foot ivory bluffs hugging the river and towering above the road along the Meeting of the Great Rivers Scenic Byway.

The best place to experience the layers of bluff formation is at Great Rivers Park in Godfrey, located five miles from Downtown Alton on Illinois Route 100.

EARLY EXPLORATION The first modern-day explorers on the Mississippi, Father Jacques Marquette and Louis Joliet, led the first French expedition down the Mississippi River in 1673, seeking a route to the Pacific Ocean. Though they never reached the ocean, the journey was considered a success for the established relationships with Native American tribes. A cross, visible just north of Grafton near Brussels Ferry, commemorates the explorers as the first to land at the confluence of the Mississippi and Illinois rivers. Location: Marquette Cross, Illinois Route 100, Grafton History & Museums | VisitAlton.com | 1-800-258-6645

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PIASA BIRD While traveling the Mississippi River, Father Marquette wrote in his journal a detailed description of the painting of the Piasa Bird on the bluffs. The legend of the Piasa Bird – “bird that devours men” – and its connection to the Native Americans continues to be a local and visitor favorite. Stop to see a replica of the painting at Piasa Park and learn the story of this treasured legend that you will never forget.

JOURNEY WEST: LEWIS & CLARK EXPEDITION In the depths of winter on Dec. 12, 1803, Captains Meriwhether Lewis and William Clark gathered 45 men for a military expedition and established the Camp River Dubois in presentday Hartford, Illinois. They would spend the winter performing drills and preparing for the journey of westward expansion, setting forth from the confluence of the Mississippi and Missouri rivers on May 14, 1804. Visitors can experience the Illinois side of the story at the Lewis & Clark State Historic site in Hartford, site number one on the National Lewis & Clark Trail.

Then, complete the journey with Lewis & Clark with views of the confluence from 150-feet in the air at the Lewis & Clark Confluence Tower.

Towering 150 feet above the confluence of two of America’s greatest rivers, the Lewis and Clark Confluence Tower showcases the meeting of the Mississippi and Missouri rivers. Tours are available for three levels of the tower where visitors can see the natural majesty of the region and vistas of Downtown St. Louis, Alton and other local communities.

50-foot level: See the great 12-foot man-made levy which holds back the waters of the two great rivers

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100-foot level: View the actual confluence of the two rivers 150-foot level: The skyline of Downtown St. Louis comes into view Come and watch eagles soar, view the brilliant sunsets or just fly a kite at the tower!

Open Year Round - Days of week vary seasonally 435 Confluence Drive Hartford (618) 251-9101 ConfluenceTower.com

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LEWIS & CLARK

State Historic Site

It was one of the greatest adventures in American history: the exploration of the uncharted and unknown upper Midwest and western United States in search of a water route to the Pacific Ocean. And, it began right here where the Missouri River meets the Mississippi.

This was just the beginning of the adventure which took over two years to complete and catapulted the expedition into the history books. Learn more about the journey, the preparations and read actual excerpts from William Clark’s diary by visiting the Lewis & Clark State Historic Site in Hartford. This is where the true journey into the unknown began!

Open Year Round - Days of week vary seasonally 1 Lewis & Clark Trail, Hartford (618) 251-5811 | CampDubois.com

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LINCOLN & CIVIL WAR Walk with us and experience Alton’s lasting legacies that shaped the history of America as you visit 10 Lincoln and Civil War sites.

Walk in the footsteps of Abraham and Mary Todd Lincoln, and Civil War soldiers from both North and South.

Lincoln – Douglas Square The final and most important Lincoln-Douglas Debate was held in Alton in October 1858. Two bronze statutes depicting Lincoln and Douglas pose in heated discussion to commemorate the debates that brought national attention to Lincoln.

Broadway Street & Landmarks Blvd.

Confederate Prison During the Civil War in 1862, the Alton Prison was reopened as a military prison for Confederate soldiers and southern sympathizers. During the war 1,354 confederate soldiers and approximately 240 Unions soldiers and guards died at the prison due to malnourishment and exposure to diseases such as smallpox. William Street Confederate Monument Confederate soldiers who died in Alton were laid to rest in the Confederate cemetery with each of their names listed at the base of the monument. 635 Rozier St. Lovejoy Monument On Nov. 7, 1837, abolitionist and newspaper editor Elijah Lovejoy was murdered as he stood defending his press that was later thrown into the Mississippi River. Today, visitors can pay tribute to this martyr of the abolitionist movement at the tallest man-made monument in Illinois.

Monument & 5th streets Lyman Trumbull House Former Illinois Senator Lyman Trumbull’s house is now a national landmark. Trumbull, Senator and friend of Lincoln, authored the 13th Amendment for the U.S. Constitution which abolished slavery. 1105 Henry St. Read more about the sites along the Lincoln Trail at VisitAlton.com/Lincoln or download the app.

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UNDERGROUND RAILROAD Located in the free state of Illinois, Alton's riverfront location along the Mighty Mississippi played a vital role in helping slaves make connections to the freedom of the northern U.S. Buried beneath the streets of Alton, remnants of this period in history still exist.

Old Rock House* Site of the Anti-Slavery Society and a station on the railroad. Corner of College Avenue & Clawson Street, Alton Alton Museum of History & Art Black Pioneer Room with Underground Railroad message quilt.

2809 College Ave., Alton Enos Apartments* Underground tunnels exist 15 feet below Third Street and resemble Roman catacombs.

3rd St., Alton Rocky Fork Church Church originated before the Civil War, when free people and slaves crossed the Mississippi river to begin life in the free state of Illinois.

Rocky Fork Road, Godfrey

Hamilton Primary School One of the earliest integrated schools in the state, it was funded through the legacy of Dr. Silas Hamilton. 107 E. Main St., Otterville Lewis & Clark Community College Site of the former Monticello Women's Seminary where students and faculty were purported abolitionists. Tunnels exist beneath campus buildings.

5800 Godfrey Road, Godfrey *Private residence

SHUTTLE TOURS Step on board a shuttle to experience local history, Underground Railroad tours, natural sites and more. Check out VisitAlton.com/Shuttle for a schedule of tours.

Tour Providers BLUFF CITY TOURS (618) 550-9291 BluffCityTours.com J.E. ROBINSON UNDERGROUND RAILROAD TOURS (618) 462-5590 RIVERBEND TOURS (618) 208-7266

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STEAMBOATS AND RIVER INDUSTRY In the early 1800s, Alton was known as a bustling river port with thousands of steamboats docking here and transporting goods as far as New Orleans. Today, the river remains a super highway for transporting goods. Visitors can see the river in action as commercial barges carrying asphalt, corn, soybeans and other commodities pass through the Melvin Price Locks & Dam 26, one of the largest locks on the Mississippi River. Guided tours to the top of the dam (8 stories high) are offered daily so visitors can see towboats and barges as they push their way through this incredible structure.

While you are there, check out the interactive displays at the National Great Rivers Museum and discover how the river has shaped the ecology, people, culture and economy throughout time.

Lock & Dam 26 and National Great Rivers Museum #2 Lock & Dam Way Road, Alton | (877) 462-6979

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Century Developments

OIL INDUSTRY FINDS HOME The great rivers attracted commerce, and it wasn’t surprising when Standard Oil chose Wood River as a location for a new refinery in 1906. Visitors can learn about the oil industry at the refinery museum, which houses vintage gasoline pumps, glass motor oil bottles and other Shell memorabilia.

WOOD RIVER REFINERY HISTORY MUSEUM 900 S. Central, Roxana I (618) 255-3718

WOOD RIVER MUSEUM & VISITORS CENTER 40 W. Ferguson, Wood River I (618) 254-1993

EDUCATIONAL ROOTS TAKE HOLD In addition to industrial growth, higher education systems were developed - from military academies to post-secondary education just for women.

Monticello Seminary for Women New England sea captain Benjamin Godfrey founded and built the Monticello Seminary for women as a means to give his daughters a Christian education in 1838. Now home to Lewis & Clark Community College, this campus houses landmarks like the Benjamin Godfrey Chapel, built in 1854 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Visitors enjoy strolling through this historic campus to view sculptures, artwork, architecture and gardens. 5800 Godfrey Road, Godfrey I (618) 468-7000 Shurtleff College & Western Military Academy Upper Alton became an educational haven in the 1800s, serving as the home to Shurtleff College in 1827 and Western Military Academy in 1879. One of Shurtleff College’s most famous graduates was Robert Wadlow, the tallest man to ever walk the earth at 8 feet, 11.1 inches tall. Today, visitors will find a life-size statue of Wadlow on the campus, which is now home to SIUE Dental School. The history of Alton’s educational institutions and a number of artifacts from Wadlow’s life can be viewed at the Alton Museum of History & Art. A monument honoring the graduates of Western Military Academy can be found at the academy’s gates in Upper Alton.

Alton Museum of History & Art 2809 College Ave., Alton I (618) 462-2763 Western Military Academy Memorial 2009 Seminary Ave., Alton Principia College Located high atop the bluffs in Elsah, visitors find breathtaking scenic overlooks and architecture during a self-guided driving tour of Principia College, the only Christian Scientist college in the world.

Designed by renowned San Francisco architect, Bernard Maybeck, the entire campus is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is truly an architectural masterpiece. 1 Front Gate Road, Elsah (618) 374-2131

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ALTON |

Cost

MUSEUMS & HISTORIC SITES Directory ALTON MUSEUM OF HISTORY & ART • (618) 462-2763 • 2809 College Ave., Loomis Hall

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W-Su

BEALL MANSION • (618) 474-9100 • 407 E. 12th St.

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By Appt.

CONFEDERATE CEMETERY & MEMORIAL • Rozier St. (2 blocks west of State St.)

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7 days

CONFEDERATE PRISON • William St. at Broadway St.

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7 days

ELIJAH P. LOVEJOY MONUMENT • Alton Cemetery (Monument & 5th St.)

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7 days

HAYNER GENEALOGY & LOCAL HISTORY LIBRARY • (618) 462-0677 • 401 State St.

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M-Sa

HISTORIC MUSEUM OF TORTURE DEVICES • (618) 465-3200 / (866) 465-3205 301 E. Broadway St.

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LINCOLN DOUGLAS SQUARE • Broadway St. & Landmarks Blvd.

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7 days

MELVIN PRICE LOCKS & DAM #26 • (877) 462-6979 • #2 Lock & Dam Way Rd.

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7 days

NATIONAL GREAT RIVERS MUSEUM • (877) 462-6979 • #2 Lock & Dam Way Rd.

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7 days

PIASA BIRD • Piasa Park on IL Rt. 100

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7 days

ROBERT WADLOW STATUE • 2810 College Ave. (IL Rt. 140)

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7 days

WESTERN MILITARY ACADEMY MONUMENT • 2009 Seminary St.

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7 days

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7 days

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Seasonal

BENJAMIN GODFREY CHAPEL • (618) 466-3411 • 5800 Godfrey Rd (L&C Comm. College)

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By Appt.

SACAGAWEA STATUE • (618) 466-3411 • 5800 Godfrey Rd. (L&C Comm. College)

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7 days

BETHALTO |

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BETHALTO HISTORICAL MUSEUM • (618) 377-6514 • 124 W. Main St.

BRUSSELS |

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BRUSSELS HISTORIC VILLAGE JAIL • (618) 883-2752 • 131 E. Main St.

ELSAH |

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PRINCIPIA COLLEGE DRIVING TOUR • (618) 374-2131 • 1 Maybeck Pl. VILLAGE OF ELSAH MUSEUM • (618) 374-2626 • 26 LaSalle St.

GODFREY |

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PublciLibrary

3 Locations in Alton: • The Hayner Library Downtown 326 Belle Street

• Hayner Library at Alton Square Mall

132 Alton Square Mall

Our computers are available to our patrons with a library card.

Guests may use a guest account. Free WiFi available.

• Hayner Genealogy & Local History Library 401 State Street

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GRAFTON |

62037

PERE MARQUETTE STATE PARK VISITOR CENTER • (618) 786-3323 • 13112 Visitor Center Ln. F-D

HARDIN |

7 days

62047

CALHOUN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM (618) 576-2660 • 204 N. County Rd. - Hardin Farm Bureau Bldg.

F-D

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Seasonal

F-D

Seasonal

CHENEY MANSION • (618) 498-3514 • 601 N. State St.

$

By Appt.

FULKERSON MANSION • (618) 498-5590 • 25007 US Hwy. 67

$

By Appt.

JERSEY COUNTY COURTHOUSE SQUARE • (618) 498-5571 • 201 W. Pearl St.

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HARTFORD |

62048

LEWIS AND CLARK CONFLUENCE TOWER • (618) 251-9101 • 435 Confluence Tower Dr. LEWIS AND CLARK STATE HISTORIC SITE #1 • (618) 251-5811 • 1 Lewis & Clark Trail

JERSEYVILLE |

KAMPSVILLE |

62052

62053

CENTER FOR AMERICAN ARCHEOLOGY • (618) 653-4316 • 100 Broadway St.

OTTERVILLE |

62052

HAMILTON PRIMARY SCHOOL • (618) 447-4935 • 107 E. Main St.

ROXANA |

62084

WOOD RIVER REFINERY HISTORY MUSEUM • (618) 255-3718 • 900 S. Central Ave.

WOOD RIVER |

62095

WOOD RIVER CAMP DUBOIS • (618) 254-1993 • IL Rt. 143 & IL Rt. 3 WOOD RIVER MUSEUM & VISITORS CENTER • (618) 254-1993 • 40 W. Ferguson Ave.

* LINCOLN LEGACY TRAIL SITES

COST: F = Free • F-D = Free-Donation • $ = Under $7

20,000 free ATMs

120 Homer Adams Parkway

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Member FDIC

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Haunted ALTON

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‘One of the Most Haunted Small Towns in America’ Haunted Alton...History haunts us, and it is definitely haunting Alton, Illinois, "One of the Most Haunted Small Towns in America." A sordid past of murder, war, death and destruction has led to Alton’s haunted present. Several locations that are noted to be extremely haunted have been featured on television shows on the Travel Channel and Syfy Channel. The following sites can be experienced through guided tour companies on the following page.

1. MCPIKE MANSION 2018 Alby St., Alton

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Thousands of visitors and paranormal investigators have visited the grounds of the notorious McPike Mansion claiming spirits still roam this property. Some claim the haunts date back to the property before the mansion was even built with Native American ghosts and a residue from a possible Underground Railroad stop.

Other mysterious stories include servants of the building, a cook in the kitchen and a strange death of a woman in the bathtub. Some even believe that Eleanor and Henry McPike still roam the corridors of their former home. All total, more than 11 different spirits have been experienced in recent years.

Haunted Sites

2. MINERAL SPRINGS MALL 301 E. Broadway, Alton

@kaysnyder13 I love it. #mcpikemansion #driving #nofilter #beautiful #creepy

TAG YOUR INSTAGRAM PHOTOS WITH #EnjoyGreatRivers #EnjoyIllinois

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earth-bound spirits remain to haunt, and make their presence felt and known.

3. MILTON SCHOOL HOUSE 1320 Milton Road, Alton

This daunting structure with an evil secret is one of the most active haunts in Alton.

The tragic tale of the school involves the unsolved mystery of a young girl brutally raped and murdered, a janitor who committed suicide in the school and the negativity that can still be felt today. The Milton School was featured on the October 2010 Ghost Hunters (TAPS) television show on the Syfy Channel.

4. FIRST UNITARIAN CHURCH 110 E. 3rd St., Alton

This church is the starting point of Alton Hauntings Tours because of its association with the death of one of its pastors who still haunts visitors to the 100-year old church.

5. MASONIC LODGE 300 State St., Alton

The spirit of a Confederate soldier haunts the basement as he is believed to have been a fellow Mason who died in the nearby Confederate prison.

Haunted Tour Providcrs Alton's Haunted Odyssey began in 1992 when Marlene Lewis and Antoinette created the area's first haunted tour. They now offer trolley tours that take you through the most haunted parts of Alton.

AltonHauntedTours.com | (618) 462-3861 Alton Hauntings Tours offer an entertaining and spine-tingling trip into the unknown. Visitors will see sites that have become nationally known, like the old Alton penitentiary, First Unitarian Church, Enos Sanitarium and others. AltonHauntings.com (888) GHOSTLY Mineral Springs Haunted Tours will guide the way as they take visitors on a walking tour of Downtown Alton followed by an exclusive investigation of all four floors of the Mineral Springs Hotel – a site of murder, suicide and accidental deaths. Cap the evening off beckoning the afterworld through a sÊance and tarot card readings.

MineralSpringsHauntedTours.com (866) 465-3205 McPike Mansion is readily known today in paranormal circles for its hauntings. The grounds are often visited by ghost hunters and haunted tour groups in the area. When looking at photos of the mansion, it is not uncommon to find orbs, balls of light, even figures appearing in the windows that were not visible when the photo was taken.

McPikeMansion.com | (618) 462-3348

Walking Ghost Tours

& Haunted Overnights MineralSpringsHauntedTours.com 301 E. Broadway, Alton 618.465.3200 Chinese Death Cage Pillory The Garrotte Knee Crusher “Brank” Headcage The Rack

Historic Museum of

TORTURE

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Stroll the main streets of our villages and towns to shop for rare finds and the best in local wares. Treasure hunters love Alton’s Downtown Shopping District with more than a dozen antique shops specializing in everything from Depression glass and vintage toys to early American furniture and fixtures. Take home unique gifts and mementos of your stay where the rivers meet the road.

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SHOPPING Directory ANTIQUES

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STATE STREET ANTIQUES & JIM’S ATTIC (618) 498-1440 • 115 N. State St.

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ALTON ANTIQUE CENTER • (618) 463-0888 401 E. Broadway St., Lower Level ALTON EXCHANGE MALL • (618) 463-1273 2990 E. Homer M. Adams Pkwy.

62052

SPECIALTY SHOPS ALTON |

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AUNT SHA'S COTTAGE FURNITURE 307 E. Broadway St. • (618) 420-1882

ALTON MERCANTILE SOUVENIRS (618) 465-6676 • 200 Piasa St.

CORKY'S EMPORIUM • (618) 623-5650 4754 Humbert Rd.

ALTON'S REAL DEALS • (618) 433-9960 237 Delmar

COUNTRY MEADOWS • (618) 465-1965 401 E. Broadway

ALTON STAINED GLASS • (618) 462-4145 412 E. Broadway St.

GEORGE STREET ANTIQUE MALL 108 George St. • (618) 396-2231

B & B CUSTOM T’S • (618) 463-0443 2714 Corner Ct.

J & K TRASH TO TREASURES • (618) 558-1834 321 E. Broadway St.

BAXTERS DISTRIBUTING COMPANY, INC. (618) 465-9347 • 912 E. Broadway St.

J & P’S EDELWEISS • (618) 741-8749 435 E. Broadway St.

BIKER BROTHER LEATHER CO. (618) 465-7330 • 556 E. Broadway St.

MINERAL SPRINGS MALL (618) 465-3200 • 301 E. Broadway St.

BY DESIGN • (618) 433-1400 136 Front St.

PRAIRIE PEDDLER ANTIQUES • (618) 465-6114 413 E. Broadway St.

CARAVAN RESALE SHOP (618) 462-6434 • 114 Broadway

STEVE’S LIGHTING & ANTIQUES (618) 465-7407 • 323 E. Broadway St.

CHRISTIAN SCIENCE READING ROOM (618) 462-0964 • 237 Alton Square Mall Dr.

TINNER'S ANVIL (618) 433-1718 • 211 Langdon St.

DANCE THINGS & MORE • (618) 462-3656 318 E. Broadway St.

UPSTAIRS ANTIQUES 323 E. Broadway St., 2nd Floor

DORA’S SPINNING WHEEL • (618) 466-1900 96 Northport Dr.

WILD HARE EMPORIUM • (618) 465-3735 2 W. Broadway St.

ENCHANTED FINDS • 200 State St.

WILSON’S ANTIQUES • (618) 465-3798 217 E. Broadway St.

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CRAFT & ANTIQUE MALL • (618) 377-9307 60 Airport Plaza

GODFREY |

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CRAFT & ANTIQUE MALL 2 • (618) 466-9997 5707 Godfrey Rd. MY ANTIQUE STORE • (618) 466-1616 1007 W. Delmar Ave. REFLECTIONS ANTIQUES • (618) 466-2012 8502 Montclaire Ave.

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GOLDEN EAGLE ANTIQUES • (618) 786-3333 300 E. Main St. HARRISON’S GIFTS & ANTIQUES (618) 786-3370 • 224 E. Main St. LA RENCONTRE GIFTS & ANTIQUES (618) 786-2089 • 4 W. Clinton St. TREASURES PAST & PRESENT RESALE SHOP (618) 786-3797 • 1504 W. Main St.

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ENCORE THRIFT SHOP • (618) 581-6220 302 E. Broadway FREW'S BRIDAL • (618) 466-8820 • 305 Piasa St. GIFT BOX • 300 E. Broadway GRAPEVINE • (618) 462-6502 • 10 E. Broadway HAZEL2BLUE, INC. (618) 433-8300 • 2521 State St. JMC DESIGN GALLERY CO-OP • (618) 463-0566 726 Belle St. MISSISSIPPI MUD POTTERY • (618) 462-7573 310 E. Broadway St. MOSAIC’S FINE FASHIONS (618) 463-7005 • 110 W. 3rd St. NEEDFUL THINGS (618) 433-8390 • 301 E. Broadway NEW FRONTIERS HOME FURNISHINGS (618) 465-8868 • 101 W. 3rd St. OLIVE OIL MARKETPLACE • (618) 304-3769 108 W. 3rd St. PIASA PHOTO • (618) 462-3337 • 215 Piasa St. PICTURE THIS & MORE • (618) 466-0940 520A W. Delmar Ave.

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SANTA CRUZ IMPORTS & EXPORTS (618) 623-6200 • 907 E. Broadway St. SECOND READING BOOK SHOP (618) 462-2830 • 16 E. Broadway St. SLACKER’S CD’S & GAMES • (618) 462-2005 317 Homer M. Adams Pkwy.

SOMETHING DIFFERENT • (618) 463-4306 822 E. Broadway St. SOMETHING SIMPLE SOMETHING GRAND (618) 616-4291 • 301 E. Broadway TANGLED TINSEL CHRISTMAS TREE FARM & GIFT SHOPPE (618) 465-7036 • #5 Christmas Tree Ln.

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NO. 15 MAIN • (618) 593-2103 • 15 E. Main AERIE'S GROUNDS & GIFTS (618) 786-8438 • 800 Timber Ridge Dr. BUENA VISTA JEWELRY • (618) 581-8586 800 Timber Ridge Dr. FLEA FLICKERS COLLECTIBLES • 126 E. Main St. GIFT BOX RIVERSIDE • 225 E. Main St. GRAFTON FUDGE & ICE CREAM (618) 786-3700 • 321 E. Main St. GRAFTON HARBOR (618) 786-7678 • 215 W. Water St.

TED’S MOTORCYCLE WORLD • (618) 462-3030 4103 Humbert Rd.

IRON DECOR & MORE • (618) 786-2343 1406 W. Main St.

THE HIVE • (618) 363-6700 • 100 W. Third St.

JENI J’S GIFTS & GUEST HOUSES (618) 786-2737 • 120-301 W. Main St.

WHITE BIRCH • (618) 466-9100 701 W. Delmar Ave. WILD TRAK BIKES • (618) 462-2574 1001 E. Broadway

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BETHALTO PARTY WORLD • (618) 377-4743 60 Airport Plaza HOMESTEAD FLEA MARKET • (618) 377-0452 5205 State Rte. 140

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COMMUNITY SEED & FEED • (618) 259-8270 300 N. Shamrock St. CRAFTY PARADISE • (618) 433-9368 410 Grand Ave.

ELSAH |

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CROCKER & SPRINGER POTTERY (618) 466-8624 • 25337 Beltrees Rd.

GODFREY |

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CHOCOLATE AIR • (618) 593-6649 3306 Godfrey Rd. CLETA’S NUTRITION • (618) 466-1659 3004 Godfrey Rd. GODFREY MEAT MARKET • (618) 466-6111 6017 Godfrey Rd. JOSEPHINE’S LTD. GIFT SHOP & TEA ROOM (618) 466-7792 • 6109 Godfrey Rd. PARTY MAGIC & GIFTS • (618) 466-2222 5761 Godfrey Rd. SHOPS AT BEVERLY FARMS (618) 466-1187 • 6133 Humbert Rd.

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NEW TO YOU • (618) 786-2907 • 315 E. Main St. PAJARITO • (618) 786-3490 • 316 E. Main St. WALKER'S "THIS AND THAT" SHOP (618) 709-3804 • 128 E. Main St. WHITE PELICAN • (618) 780-9197 • 127 E. Main St.

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BEYOND THE BACKYARD GATE (618) 498-7800 • 203 N. Jefferson IMAGES OF HOLLYWOOD • (618) 639-8080 116 S. State St. LULA BELLS • (618) 639-1200 • 519 S. State St. NATURE KIST NUTRITION CENTER 110 E. Exchange • (618) 498-6060 OUTRAGEOUS OUTDOORS • (618) 639-4867 902 S. State St. PEG’S FLOWER COTTAGE • (618) 498-5371 707 W. Pearl St.

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FABRIC PLUS • (618) 251-0083 22 W. Ferguson Ave. JMP CYCLE • (618) 255-6116 1490 E. Edwardsville Rd. MEMORY LANE • (618) 251-5886 34 W. Ferguson Ave. PATCHWORK PLUS • (618) 251-9788 62 E. Ferguson Ave. RIVERBEND RESALE • (618) 254-1200 41 E. Ferguson Ave. TOMMIE’S 6TH STREET MINI MALL (618) 406-3334 • 6 S. 6th St.

J.L. KRAFTS & FLOWERS • (618) 883-2490 RR #1 Box 234 Rose Ln.

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ALTON SQUARE MALL • (618) 465-5500 200 Alton Square Mall Dr.

CVS/PHARMACY • (618) 463-7711 2422 College Ave.

CATO FASHIONS • (618) 465-9280 1837 Homer M. Adams Pkwy.

CVS/PHARMACY • (618) 466-1211 2701 Godfrey Rd.

J.C. PENNEY’S • (618) 463-9595 150 Homer M. Adams Pkwy.

WALGREENS • (618) 462-4291 1650 Washington Ave.

K MART • (618) 462-8720 2851 Homer M. Adams Pkwy.

WALGREENS • (618) 466-8135 • 2610 State St.

KOHL’S • (618) 462-2649 1770 Homer M. Adams Pkwy.

MACY’S • (618) 463-4100 100 Alton Square Mall Dr.

BETHALTO |

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WALGREENS • (618) 258-0822 172 E. MacArthur Dr.

EAST ALTON |

62024

TARGET • (618) 465-4950 300 Homer M. Adams Pkwy.

WALGREENS • (618) 258-0350 550 W. St. Louis Ave.

GODFREY |

HARDIN |

62035

62047

WALMART SUPER CENTER • (618) 433-3008 6660 Godfrey Rd.

FOX FAMILY PHARMACY • (618) 576-2619 110 N. County Road

JERSEYVILLE |

JERSEYVILLE |

62052

CATO FASHIONS • (618) 498-4280 1404 Windy Lane WALMART SUPER CENTER • (618) 498-7744 1316 S. State St.

WOOD RIVER |

62095

WALMART SUPER CENTER • (618) 259-0290 610 Wesley Dr.

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WALGREENS • (618) 498-4979 705 S. State St.

WOOD RIVER |

62095

CVS/PHARMACY • (618) 254-3610 1 W. Edwardsville Rd. WALGREENS • (618) 259-2013 • 1122 Vaughn Rd.

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Macys - JCPenney Many Fine Specialty Stores Intersection of Homer Adams Pkwy (Rt. 3) and Alton Square Mall Drive Monday-Saturday 10am-9pm Sunday 12noon-6pm 618-465-5500 www.shopaltonsquare.com

Souvenirs AT T H E G I F T S H O P O R AT V I S I TA LTO N .C O M /S TO R E

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Great Weddings

You’ve waited for the proposal and spent countless nights dreaming of the perfect wedding day. Maybe you’re standing beneath a canopy of trees with the river flowing behind you or exchange vows in a quaint historic chapel. Perhaps you will celebrate by raising a glass to toast a lifetime together at a riverside winery. Now is the time to start making those dreams come true and planning a picture perfect day. From choosing a picturesque venue to draping your event in flowers, you’ll find the resources you need available to help you plan each detail to complete your destination wedding day where the rivers meet the road.

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WE DDING

Destinations

Location, Location, Location. Good advice to follow in order to take the stress off the bride. The area is full of outdoor and indoor venues offering scenic beauty and elegant ambiance for an exchange of vows or nuptial celebration. Whether you choose a garden, park or church, the unique place is sure to make a statement, and make the day extra special.

Wedding Venues Beall Mansion

Liberty Bank Alton Amphitheater

Benjamin Godfrey Memorial Chapel at LCCC

Pere Marquette Lodge

Gordon Moore Park/ Nan Elliott Rose Garden

Terrace Conference Center at Aerie's

Grafton Winery & Brewhaus Hakuna Matata Riverboat

Riverview Park The Loading Dock Wood River Historic Chapel

Lewis & Clark Confluence Tower Find more unique venues, caterers, photographers, florists, transportation and more at

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Where Groups Meet the River Road

Who wants to travel alone? The Alton region, just 25 minutes north of St. Louis, is a great destination for groups, meeting planners, family reunions and sporting event planners looking for a group-friendly destination. We have an experienced sales staff ready to serve you and customize an itinerary for your next group event or outing.

For help planning your group event, call us at (800) 258-6645.

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Meander for miles along scenic nature trails that take you through lush hardwood forests, along the scenic river banks or high upon the river bluffs for magnificent views as far as the eye can see. Lose yourself along the trails and find a

@steeveeee Hiking with the boys! #staycation #grafton |

TAG YOUR INSTAGRAM PHOTOS WITH #EnjoyGreatRivers #EnjoyIllinois

great adventure where the rivers meet the road.

D I D YO U KNOW? Pere Marquette is the largest state park in Illinois!

SCENIC OVERLOOK

PERE MARQUETTE STATE PARK TRAILS SCENIC OVERLOOK

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Goat Cliff – 1-1/2 mile moderate Dogwood – 1/2 mile moderate Ridge – 1/2 mile difficult Ravine – 3/4 mile moderate Hickory – 1/2 mile easy Hickory North – 1 mile moderate

Hickory South – 1-1/4 mile moderate Fern Hollow – 2-1/2 miles moderate Rattlesnake – 1/4 mile moderate Oak – 1/4 mile moderate Scenic Road Duncan Hill Road

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@a_scates #MondayFunday #WCW #PereMarquette #StatePark #Grafton #Illinois #SevenMileHike

Nature & Hiking Trails The Audubon Center at Riverlands The trails here are the perfect place to begin your wildlife viewing within the Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary. Designated as a Globally Important Bird Area, nature-lovers will find an abundant array of waterfowl, shorebirds, raptors and wading birds. Choose between five trails ranging from 1 - 3 miles each. 301 Riverlands Way, West Alton (636) 899-0090 | Riverlands.Audubon.org Gordon Moore Park Cast your line in the 13-acre lake or walk among the trickling streams of the Oriental Garden Trail or Nature Institute Prairie Trail.

Stop and smell the roses in the Nan Elliott Memorial Rose Garden. 4550 College Ave., Alton | (618) 463-3580 | Alton-IL.com

DID YOU KNOW THE AUDUBON CENTER AT RIVERLANDS …

• Is the ideal place to see over 300 different species of birds throughout the year including the Double Crested Cormorants and the rare Wilson’s Plover.

• More than 1,000 Trumpeter Swans wintered in the 3,700 acre Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary in 2014.

• Bald Eagles are often seen hunting in the bays and waterways surrounding the Audubon Center during the winter.

• Spotting scopes are available at the Center for up close and personal bird viewing.

• When it comes to blending the serenity of the natural world with the excitement of birding, the Audubon Center at Riverlands has created an ideal spot to reconnect with nature and the wonders that make our region so unique.

The Center is opened 7 days a week from 8am-4pm.

Please see website for holiday closings.

301 Riverlands Way, West Alton (636) 899-0090 | riverlands.audubon.org

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LaVista Park to Clifton Terrace Park On the edge of the LaVista Community Park, this 1 mile trail winds through a beautiful wooded area and alongside a creek to the Mississippi River and Clifton Terrace Park.

LaVista Park, 2421 W. Delmar, Godfrey (618) 466-1483 | GodfreyIL.org Olin Nature Preserve at The Nature Institute Hundreds of native plant species and birds enjoy the 300 acres of preserved land. The landscape includes steep limestone bluffs overlooking the river, small streams and upland forest. 2213 S. Levis Lane, Godfrey (618) 466-9930 | TheNatureInstitute.org

@rochellesiegel Beaver Falls @natureinstitute @visitalton #VisitAlton #fall #waterfall #nature #outdoors

McCully Heritage Project With 40 acres of hills and hollows, wildlife frolic throughout the forest and grassland. The Project offers 15 miles of trails highlighting the landscape. Access to horseback riding trails available with advance arrangements.

R.R. #1, Box 130, Kampsville | (618) 653-4867 McCullyHeritage.org Two Rivers National Wildlife Refuge As an important link in the chain of migrating species along the Mississippi Flyway, witness waterfowl, shorebirds, wading birds and song birds. The Gilbert Lake Trail is perfect for viewing wildlife in the floodplain forests and Swan Lake Visitor Center offers viewing platforms and scopes. HCR 82, Box107, Brussels (618) 883-2524 | FWS.gov/Midwest/TwoRivers

@rochellesiegel Spent the morning hiking through @natureinstitute @visitalton #VisitAlton #EnjoyIllinois #nature #scenicview #beauty #outdoors #fall #autumn

@brittanyfaithpalmer #sunset on our bluff #nofilter #blufflife #greatriverroad #mississippiriver

Bike Trails Alton Bike Trail This .78-mile bike trail is located in Riverfront Park as a connector between the Confluence and Sam Vadalabene Bike Trails. Cross the Clark Bridge for access to the Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary and Katy Trail in Missouri.

(800) 258-6645 | MCTtrails.org Confluence Bike Trail (Alton to Hartford) This 21-mile asphalt trail begins at Russell Commons Park in Alton and extends south to Granite City with stops at the National Great Rivers Museum, Lewis & Clark Confluence Tower and the Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center. (800) 258-6645 | MCTtrails.org Great Rivers Bird & Bike Trail (Hartford to Grafton) Endorsed by the Missouri Audubon, follow the bike trails along the Meeting of the Great Rivers National Scenic Byway to view migrating warblers, herons, egrets and hundreds of other bird species native to the region.

(800) 258-6645 | VisitAlton.com Sam Vadalabene Bike Trail (Alton to Grafton) Beginning at Piasa Park, this 20-mile paved trail runs parallel to the Meeting of the Great Rivers Scenic Byway from Alton to Pere Marquette in Grafton. Towering bluffs and rolling waters of the Mississippi River make this one of the most scenic trails in Illinois. (800) 258-6645 MCTtrails.org

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Education & Conservation Melvin Price Locks & Dam See the best view of Alton and the Mississippi River from eight stories in the air atop the Melvin Price Locks & Dam. As one of the largest locks on the Mississippi River, the Melvin Price Locks & Dam is key to the transportation of soybeans, corn, grain, asphalt and other commodities. Take a guided tour of this fun attraction in Alton, Illinois, and see towboats and barges as they push their way through this incredible structure. 2 Lock & Dam Way Road, Alton | (618) 462-6979 | MTRF.org National Great Rivers Research & Education Center The scientists at NGRREC are dedicated to the study of great river systems and the communities that use them. Visit the Field Station for a glimpse of the outcomes of this important research. 1 Confluence Way, East Alton | (618) 468-2900 | NGRREC.org TreeHouse Wildlife Center See a live American Bald Eagle up close and personal when you visit the TreeHouse Wildlife Center. The Center is dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and release of injured wildlife. Unfortunately, some of these animals are unable to be returned to the wild. Come visit the animals or take part in educational programs and events.

23956 Green Acres Rd, Dow | (618) 466-2990 TreeHouseWildlifeCenter.com

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OUTDOOR

Adventures

The river is the place to be on your quest for outdoor recreation.

Dangle your fishing line off the dock in the hopes of feeling a tug from one of the world’s largest catfish. Be captain for a day when you take the helm to ride the waves. Go for non-stop thrills gliding through a canopy of trees on a zipline or soaring high above the mighty Mississippi parasailing. Choose your own adventure where the rivers meet the road.

Horseback Riding

Shooting Facilities

PERE MARQUETTE RIDING STABLES IL Rte. 100, Grafton (618) 786-2156

WINCHESTER SHOOTING FACILITIES 600 Powder Mill Rd., East Alton (618) 258-2633 ShootWinchester.com

Parasailing

Zipline GRAFTON ZIPLINE ADVENTURES 800 Timber Ridge Drive, Grafton (618) 786-8439 GraftonZipline.com

@souflower_____ #graftonillinois #ziplining #cameinlikeawreckingball #zipline #graftonzipline #zippy #goodtimes #soaring

CAPTAIN ANDY'S PARASAIL Grafton Harbor at 215 W. Water St., Grafton (618) 222-9000 GraftonParasail.com

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Fly High – Stay Dry!

Bait Shops

BLUFF CITY TACKLE 2813 E. Broadway St., Alton (618) 465-6175 BluffCityTackle.com CASSENS BAIT SHOP 1446 W. Main St., Grafton (618) 786-3614

Boat Tours

Parasail along the Majestic Bluffs of the Mississippi River!

Open weekends Reservations Recommended Located at Grafton Harbor Marina

618-222-9000 www.GraftonParasail.com

GRAFTON RIVER ADVENTURES 215 W. Water St., Grafton (618) 786-7678 GraftonHarbor.net SPIRIT OF PEORIA (800) 258-6645

Equipment Rental GRAFTON HARBOR 215 W. Water St., Grafton (618) 786-7678 GraftonHarbor.net

Marinas

Our first-class marinas offer transient slips & long-term docking.

ALTON MARINA 1 Henry St., Alton (618) 462-9860 AltonMarina.com GRAFTON HARBOR 215 W. Water St., Grafton (618) 786-7678 GraftonHarbor.net

(618)-465-3298 WWW.SENIORSERVICESPLUS.ORG

PROGRAMS

Transportation Meals on Wheels Travel Foster Grandparents Jennifer Bishop’s School of Dance

PIASA HARBOR 10815 Lockhaven Road, Godfrey

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Wellness & Fitness Center Information & Assistance Home Care Care Transitions Events & Activities School House Grill & Dining

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BY WAY D R IVI N G TO U R G U I D E Available at VisitAlton.com or at the Alton Visitor Center

5 Anchor Marina with Deluxe Amenities Amazing Nautical & Wine Gift Shop Boat Rental Riverboat Cruises: Corporate, Wine, Sunset, Haunted, Fall Colors, Wedding Ceremonies & more!

Come check out our floating winery!

618-786-7678 | graftonharbor.net | 210 West Water Street | Grafton, IL 62037

MAGNIFICENT MARINA FEATURES INCLUDE: Floating Docks • Luxury Bathrooms Full Service Fuel • Satellite TV & Wi-Fi Swimming Pool & Hot Tub • Laundry Convenience Store & Deli • Much More Great Transient Rates Available • Reservations Encouraged

(618) 462-9860 B OATI N G O N TH E

BY WAY G U I D E Available at VisitAlton.com or at the Alton Visitor Center

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Discover your river today NATIONAL GREAT RIVERS MUSEUM at Melvin Price Locks and Dam

At the confluence of three great rivers sits the National Great Rivers Museum and Melvin Price Locks and Dam. Here you can experience the Mississippi River and immerse yourself in the history, culture and ecology of the region. Tour the Mel Price Locks and Dam and discover how the system works as a stairway for boats on the Upper Mississippi River and how this river provides a critical transportation corridor.

During your visit you will also learn how the Mississippi River serves as one of the major migratory bird flyways and how it has inspired musicians, writers and artists throughout the ages.

FREE ADMISSION Open 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. 7 days a week Free Lock & Dam tours: 10 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m.

Closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Years Eve and New Years Day

618.462.6979 #2 Lock and Dam Way, Alton, IL www.MTRF.org www.facebook.com/GreatRivers

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Golf Book your Golf Package early and make sure you play some of the best courses in the region before leaving town.

SPENCER T. OLIN GOLF COURSE 6941 yards, 72 par 4701 College Ave., Alton (618) 465-3111 | SpencerTOlinGolf.com

CLOVERLEAF GOLF COURSE 5671 yards, 70 par course 3555 Fosterburg Rd., Alton (618) 462-3022 | CloverleafGolfCourse.com

BELK PARK GOLF COURSE 6827 yards, 72 par course 880 Belk Park Rd., Wood River (618) 251-3115 | BelkPark.com

ROCK SPRING GOLF COURSE 3015 yards, 35 par course 1 Rock Spring Park, Alton | (618) 465-9898 RockSpringGolfCourse.com

ROLLING HILLS GOLF CLUB 5731 yards, 72 par 5801 Pierce Lane, Godfrey | (618) 466-8363 RollingHillsGC.com

WOLVES CROSSING 6028 yards, 71 par course 23745 N. Centennial Rd., Jerseyville (618) 498-3178 | WolvesCrossing.com

THE WOODLANDS GOLF CLUB 6401 yards, 72 par 2839 Harris Lane, Alton (618) 462-1456 | PlaytheWoodlands.com

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With the river as a muse, you can’t go wrong when the local artists take center stage. The sounds of soothing jazz and acoustic strings echo off the river from the Downtown Alton Dining District. Pull up a stool at legendary local hangouts or dance the night away. If the theater is more your style, the Alton Little Theater will leave you laughing in the aisles and crying out for more. Or, roll the dice at Argosy Casino Alton.

Great times are yours to be had where the rivers meet the road.

Great Gaming Argosy Casino Alton Argosy Casino Alton offers three floors of gaming action, featuring more than 1,000 of your favorite slots (from penny to $25 machines) plus Blackjack, Craps, Roulette and other exciting table games.

Whether you're in the mood for a delicious entree or just a quick bite they have you covered. #1 Piasa St., Alton | (800) 711-GAME Off Track Betting Horse around and enjoy the “sport of kings” watching the ponies run in Downtown Alton at Mac’s Time Out OTB. 315 Belle St., Alton | (618) 462-3730

Great Music ALTON LITTLE THEATER 2450 N. Henry St., Alton (618) 462-6562 I AltonLittleTheater.org ALTON MUNICIPAL BAND AltonMunyBand.org ALTON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA 5800 Godfrey Road, Godfrey (618) 463-6933 I AltonSymphony.org GREATER ALTON CONCERT ASSOCIATION 5800 Godfrey Road, Godfrey (618) 468-4222 I AltonConcerts.org GREAT RIVERS CHORAL SOCIETY (618) 466-7219 I GRCS-sing.org LIBERTY BANK ALTON AMPHITHEATER 1 Riverfront Drive, Alton (800) 258-6645 I AltonAmphitheater.com

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Alton Little Theater Come take your seat for Alton Little Theater’s 81st performance season featuring its award-winning directors and lively ALT cast members.

From free-wheeling comedies to foot-tapping musicals, ALT has entertained audiences for over eight decades, which makes it the longest running community theater in the state of Illinois.

Buy your tickets now for the whole family!

2015 SEASON

Also coming in 2015 ...

“Forbidden Broadway” -- Musical “A Nice Family Gathering” -- Comedy “Miracle on South Division Street” -- Holiday

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Great Arts Hundreds of artists make their home in the Meeting of the Great Rivers all around Alton. Taking their inspiration from the river, the artistic talent is unique and admired by all. The Jacoby Arts Center in Downtown Alton hosts special exhibits throughout the year featuring local artists. The center is open to the community with classes for adults and children, as well as workspace for budding artists. Artists in action can be found at some of the shops on Broadway that have become favorites of the locals and visitors alike.

ALTON STAINED GLASS WORKS 412 E. Broadway, Alton I (618) 462-4145

STONE BRIDGE VALLEY ART CENTER Route 100, Michael I (618) 576-9235

JACOBY ARTS CENTER 627 E. Broadway, Alton I (618) 462-5222

THE WHITE PELICAN 127 E. Main, Grafton I (618) 780-9197

MISSISSIPPI MUD POTTERY 310 E. Broadway, Alton I (618) 462-7573

MONTICELLO SCULPTURE GARDENS 5800 Godfrey Road, Godfrey (618) 466-7000 I LC.edu

310 E. Broadway | Alton, IL 62002 618-462-7573

mississippimudpottery.com Sun-Mon 12-4 | Tues CLOSED Wed-Sat 10-5

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MY KINDA FUN

There’s only one place that surrounds you in real casino excitement. With the best variety of games, dining that can handle any appetite, and live entertainers who deliver crowd-pleasing performances, it’s no wonder players always say, “Argosy Casino Alton, that’s My Kinda Place.” #1 Piasa Street F 1-800-711-GAME F argosyalton.com Must be 21. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537).

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FAMILY

Recreation

Bowling & Pinball

Family Fun

RIVERBEND BILLIARDS 909 E. Broadway St., Alton (618) 462-4435

EAST ALTON ICE ARENA 631 Lewis & Clark Blvd., East Alton (618) 254-7465

BOWL HAVEN 3003 Washington Ave., Alton (618) 465-BOWL

AIRPORT PLAZA BOWL 4 Erwin Plegge Blvd., Bethalto (618) 377-2131 TRI-COUNTY BOWL 207 Krause Dr., Jerseyville (618) 498-5978 CP PINBALL 115 Sinclair Ave., Roxana (618) 251-6337

MISSION READY OUTDOOR LASER TAG 4549 Titchenal Road, Brighton (618) 717-2117

Movie Theaters

AMC EASTGATE SHOWPLACE 6 625 Lewis & Clark Blvd., East Alton (618) 254-6058 STADIUM THEATER 117 E. Pearl St., Jerseyville (618) 498-4711

RAGING RIVERS WATER PARK 100 Palisades Pkwy., Grafton (618) 786-2345 AQUATIC CENTER 670 Whitelaw Ave., Wood River (618) 251-3110

Greater Alton Concert Association Rob Verdi “Saxsational” January 25

Al Simmons February 15

Ambassadors of Harmony- March 7

All concerts are presented at Hatheway Cultural Center on the Godfrey campus of Lewis & Clark Community College.

For more information and tickets call 618-468-4222 or check out our website: www.altonconcerts.org

Dean Christopher April 19

The Diamonds September 20

Charles Glenn October 25

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Rest

Rest your weary head with a variety of comfortable lodging options. Step into a life of luxury and pampered pleasures at award-winning bed and breakfast inns. Enjoy all the privacy and comforts of home when you stay a while at area guest houses. Be our guest at area hotels offering modern accommodations and a relaxing stay. After your busy day, slip into sweet slumbers where the rivers meet the road.

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LODGING Directory B&BS, GUEST HOUSES & CABINS ALTON |

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BEALL MANSION (B&B) • (618) 474-9100 407 E. 12th St. GEORGE STREET SUITES • (618) 433-9403 1106, 1108 & 1110 George St.

TARA POINT INN & COTTAGES (B&B) (618) 786-3555 • #1 Tara Point Dr. THE BIRDHOUSE (484) 808-2473 • 1 E. Water St. THE LOADING DOCK GUEST HOUSES (618) 786-3494 • 401 E. Front St.

HAAGEN HAUS • (618) 465-0123 • 617 State St.

THE LOFT AT THE WHOLE SCOOP (618) 946-9130 • 222 E. Main St.

JACKSON HOUSE (B&B) • (618) 462-1426 1821 Seminary St.

THE RIVER HOUSE • (618) 786-3542 11 Mulberry St.

RIVERVIEW SUITES • (866) 465-3735 206 Market St.

THE SHANTY VACATION RENTAL (618) 406-1522 • 715 W. Main St.

TIFFANY INN (B&B) • (618) 462-4145 410 E. Broadway St.

HARDIN |

THE SUMMIT STREET GUESTHOUSE (314) 218-5737 • 632 Summit St.

ELSAH |

62028

GREEN TREE INN BED & BREAKFAST (B&B) (618) 374-2821 • 15 Mill St. MAPLE LEAF COTTAGE INN (B&B) (618) 374-1684 • 12 Selma St.

GRAFTON |

62037

62047

CABIN AT BLUEBERRY RIDGE FARM (618) 576-2589 • HC 61 Box 38, Degerlia Hollow

MICHAEL |

62065

WHITE TALES LODGE (618) 576-8253 • Michael Hollow Road, Box 34A

MOZIER |

62070

BAYTOWN GUEST HOUSE • (618) 232-1223 IL Rte. 96

AERIE'S LODGING & TERRACE CONFERENCE CENTER (618) 786-8439 • 800 Timber Ridge BRAINERD CABIN (618) 946-9130 • 400 Market St.

HOTELS & MOTELS

CASSENS GUEST ROOMS (618) 786-3614 • 1446 W. Main St.

BEST WESTERN PLUS PARKWAY HOTEL (618) 433-9900 • 1900 Homer M. Adams Pkwy.

END OF THE TRAIL INN (618) 550-8505 • 105 E. Main St.

COMFORT INN • (618) 465-9999 • 11 Crossroads Ct.

GRAFTON HOMESTEAD RETREAT (618) 786-2420 • Croxford Rd. to Dabbs Lane GRAFTON INN • (618) 786-2222 • 22 E. Main St. JENI J’S GIFTS & GUEST HOUSES (618) 786-2737 • 120-214 W. Main St. LaMARSH HOUSE (618) 946-9130 • 25 E. Main St. LIL RED GUEST HOUSE • (618) 946-3444 600 W. Main St.

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ATRIUM HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTER (618) 462-1220 • 3800 Homer M. Adams Pkwy.

SUPER 8 • (618) 465-8885 1800 Homer M. Adams Pkwy.

GODFREY |

62035

REDWOOD MOTEL • (618) 466-3715 5609 Godfrey Rd.

GOLDEN EAGLE |

62036

KINDER’S NO WAKE INN • (618) 883-2586 RR1, Box 50A

GRAFTON |

62037

LUCY MAE’S GUEST HOUSE • (816) 249-3279 312 E. Main St.

AERIE'S LODGING & TERRACE CONFERENCE CENTER • (618) 786-8439 • 800 Timber Ridge

PELICAN INN • (618) 713-0719 • 520 W. Main St.

PERE MARQUETTE LODGE & CONFERENCE CENTER • (618) 786-2331 • 13653 Lodge Blvd.

PERE MARQUETTE LODGE & CONFERENCE CENTER • (618) 786-2331 • 13653 Lodge Blvd.

RIVER PORT GUEST HOUSE • (618) 946-3444 706 W. Main St. RIVER VIEW GUEST HOUSE • (618) 806-8673 1116 W. Main St. RIVERFRONT GUEST HOUSE • (314) 497-4834 711 W. Main St. ROWLING RIDGE GUEST HOUSE (618) 786-3943 • 14102 N. Springfield

RUEBEL HOTEL & RESTAURANT (618) 786-2315 • 217 E. Main St.

HARDIN |

62047

HARDIN HOTEL • (618) 576-9003 • 208 N. County Rd.

JERSEYVILLE |

62052

JERSEYVILLE HARVEST INN • (618) 498-6886 730 S. State St. SUPER 8 • (618) 498-7888 • 1303 IL Rte. 109 Lodging | VisitAlton.com | 1-800-258-6645

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A stay to remember in downtown Grafton.

Historic hotel nestled on the bank of the Mississippi River.

217 E. Main St. | Grafton, IL 62037 | (618) 786-2315 RuebelHotel.com

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Elsah ...

THE GREEN TREE INN

Bed & Breakfast

the village that time forgot

15 Mill Street Historic Elsah, Il 62028

618-374-2821

The Green Tree Inn The Cultured Table Bistro Maple Leaf Cottages www.elsah.org

Visit Us Online: w w w. G r e e n T r e e I n n E l s a h . c o m

beallmansion.com

Award Winning

W HIRLPOOLS • F IREPLACES • C HOCOLATES 618-474-9100 • 1-866-The-BEALL 407 E. 12th St. • Alton, IL

LucyMae’s Guest House 312 East Main Street, Grafton, Illinois 62037

Victorian Charm near the banks of the Mississippi Adorable Two unit guest house for up to six adults

Reservations:

(816) 249-3279

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Lewis and Clark’s 2015 summer garden show will showcase edible (and drinkable!) plants aimed at connecting garden visitors and students with their food source. Both beautiful and productive, Garden of Eatin’ will inspire visitors to plant their own gardens and share the bounty of their harvests with friends and neighbors.

Plantings will change throughout the summer season from May–September, with the peak time of show and harvest expected in late July and early August.

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Eats

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Pull up a chair at our table for a feast of flavors. Indulge in a sampling of the local fare – puffed pillows of toasted ravioli, fried hot fish sandwiches and juicy, mouthwatering pepperloin steaks finished off with a warm slice of homemade apple praline pie. Dig in to great dishes when you dine at the local restaurants where the rivers meet the road.

Dining Traditions Nothing beats taking a taste adventure on your travels and exploring the local flavors, with locally-owned restaurants and fourth generation family establishments serving up guest favorites for 20, 30 and even more than 75 years. Dine with the locals and order up their favorites.

Castelli’s at 255

Fast Eddies Bon Air

Tony's

Fin Inn

Established in 1937 FAVORITE DISH: Talk-N-Chic fried chicken Established in 1954 FAVORITE DISH: Pepperloin and Pastas

My Just Desserts

Established in 1981 FAVORITE DISH: Big Elwood on a Stick Established in 1981 FAVORITE DISH: Turtle Soup and Catfish Fritters

Established in 1986 FAVORITE DISH: Mrs. Ledbetter's Pie or Chicken Salad

The Loading Dock

Josephine's

Johnson's Corner

Established in 1979 FAVORITE DISH: Josephine's Special Crystal Bowl Salad

DON'T

Miss

Established in 1992 FAVORITE DISH: Dockside Salsa Established in 1979 FAVORITE DISH: Pork Tenderloin

January 16-25, 2015 AltonRestaurantWeek.com

All-Star Restaurant WE E K

July 10-19, 2015 AltonRestaurantWeek.com

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Microbrews & Craft Beers Not only is the Alton region teeming with wineries and a historical tradition of fantastic dining establishments, it’s also becoming home to microbreweries and locally-made craft beers.

Old Bakery Beer Company is opening its doors in historic, downtown Alton in early 2015.

Old Bakery Beer will offer four year-round beers, including a Wheat IPA, Rye Pale Ale, Mild Brown Ale, and a Pilsner-style Beer, as well as several rotating seasonals and local guest taps.

400 Landmarks Boulevard, Alton Ridgebrook Brewery has six different craft beers that are available at Alton Sports Tap, Ropers Regal Beagle, Tony's Ranch House and Piasa Winery.

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Grafton Brewhaus has a diverse and satisfying menu of beers for you to sample and enjoy including popular seasonal brews.

You may even take some home in one of their Growlers. 300 W. Main St., Grafton (618) 786-3001 Templar Brewing has a golden ale, brown ale and an IPA that are available in select bars & restaurants in the Alton region.

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@nikib248 Like Strawberry Wine…with my best friends!! #strawberry #wine #bffs #love #grafton #winery #travel #allaroundalton #fun #girlsnightout #mygirls #visitalton

Great Rivers, Great Wines Here in the Alton region, Napa Valley meets the Mississippi Valley, where you’ll find fine award-winning wines, grown from soil enriched by the rolling waters of America’s great rivers. Light, crisp fruity wines are the perfect pair for your picnic lunch, while the blend of Cabernet, Zinfandel and Syrah marry for a smooth red wine, best sipped slowly with a river view. Visitors can savor every sip as they enjoy the spectacular scenic views available at each unique location.

AERIE’S RIVERVIEW WINERY The view from on top the bluff is incredible from the decks at Aerie’s. Enjoy a selection of national and regional wines. 600 Timber Ridge, Grafton | (618) 786-SIPS | AeriesWinery.com GRAFTON HARBOR FLOATING WINERY The Grafton Harbor Signature Collection offers six different wines, in addition to a variety of imported, domestic and local labels.

215 W. Water St., Grafton | (618) 786-7678 GraftonHarbor.net GRAFTON WINERY & BREWHAUS Award-winning wines and craft beers are prepared on-site at the Grafton Winery & Brewhaus. Made from a combination of California and locally grown grapes and fruits, more than 15 wines are featured under the Grafton Winery label, including the ever-popular Apple Crisp. 300 W. Main St., Grafton (618) 786-3001 | TheGraftonWinery.com

MARY MICHELLE WINERY The tasting room at Pere Marquette Lodge is the perfect atmosphere to enjoy the wines of Mary Michelle Winery, made locally at their Carrollton, Illinois vineyard.

13653 Lodge Blvd., Grafton | (618) 786-2331 PMLodge.net PIASA WINERY & PUB Wines should be enjoyed and paired with good friends. Bring a friend and sample the Forsee wines, featuring French influences in both the vines the family grows and wines they create right here in Illinois. 225 W. Main St., Grafton (618) 786-9463 | PiasaWinery.com TWO RIVERS WINERY Kick back on the deck with a view of the river and enjoy a taste of local Illinois wines by Villa Marie Winery of Maryville and Hopewell Winery in Pittsfield, as well as California and imported wines. 211 W. Main St., Grafton = Locally Made & Bottled

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Fresh daily

Stop by and taste one of our famous homemade pies, a 1/2 lb. chicken salad sandwich or both – you’ll be glad you did!

We also serve a variety of delicious soups, salads and sandwiches. Our menu changes daily based upon what the kitchen is craving at that particular moment so you’ll never have the same thing two days in a row around our place.

We’re located downtown in historic Alton Illinois just a few blocks from the river.

31 E Broadway, Alton, IL 62002 618-462-5881 (phone) 618-462-4412 (fax)

www.MyJustDesserts.org Search for JustDesserts in your smartphone app store!

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My Just Desserts Soups, Salads, Sandwiches, Homemade Pies!

Open 7 days a week 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

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ALTON SPORTS TAP • (618) 465-2539 • 3812 College Ave.

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7 days

AMARILLO TEX’S • (618) 465-6433 • 180 E. Center Dr.

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APPLEBEE’S • (618) 462-6575 • 319 Homer M. Adams Pkwy.

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Spirits

300 STATE • (618) 463-5555 • 300 State St.

RESTAURANTS

Lunch

Dinner

Breakfast

DINING Directory

62002

BLUFF CITY GRILL • (618) 433-8288 • 102 W. 9th St.

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CHEZ MARILYN • (618) 465-8071 • 119 W. Third St.

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CHINESE BUFFET • (618) 463-4163 • 2610 Homer M. Adams Pkwy.

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BOSSANOVA RESTAURANT & LOUNGE • (618) 462-1175 • 112 W. Third St.

$$

CAPTAIN’S TABLE BUFFET - ARGOSY CASINO (800) 711-GAME • #1 Piasa St.

$$

CASTELLI'S RESTAURANT AT 255 • (618) 462-4620• 3400 Fosterburg Rd.

CHUBBY'S BAR & GRILL • 1022 E. Broadway DON & PENNY’S • (618) 465-9823 • 306 State St.

$-$$

EL MEZCAL • (618) 463-9850 • 2704 Corner Ct.

$$

ELIJAH P.'S BURGERS AND BREWS • (618) 433-8445 • 401 Piasa St.

$

FRANCO’S RESTAURANT/ATRIUM • (618) 462-1220 3800 Homer M. Adams Pkwy.

$$

G-B GRILL • (618) 465-9896 • 1858 E. Broadway St.

$-$$

GENTELIN’S ON BROADWAY • (618) 465-6080 • 122 E. Broadway

$$$

GOLDEN CORRAL • (618) 465-1802 • 350 Homer M. Adams Pkwy.

$-$$

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JIMMY THE GREEK'S • (618) 462-6600 • 1856 E. Broadway

$-$$

JOE K’S FAMILY RESTAURANT • 2530 State St.

$-$$

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INTERNATIONAL HOUSE OF PANCAKES (618) 433-9940 • 181 Homer M. Adams Pkwy

W-Su

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FAST EDDIE’S BON-AIR • (618) 462-5532 • 1530 E. 4th St.

HISTORIC MIDTOWN RESTAURANT • (618) 433-8151 • 1026 E. 7th St.

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JOHNSON’S CORNER RESTAURANT • (618) 465-5640 • 2000 State St. $-$$

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LA MIA CUCINA • (618) 466-6449 • 2510 B. State St.

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MAC’S TIME-OUT LOUNGE/OFF TRACK BETTING (618) 465-1006 • 315 Belle St.

$-$$

MY JUST DESSERTS • (618) 462-5881 • 31 E. Broadway St.

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NEW DJ’S BAR & GRILL • (618) 465-0362 • 2526 College Ave.

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OLGA’S KITCHEN • (618) 462-0642 • 206 Alton Square Mall Dr.

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THE FIRST AND ONLY FAMILY-OWNED/ OPERATED RESTAURANT SERVING THE AREA FOR OVER 75 YEARS!

PATIO OPEN!

Famous Fried Chicken Steaks & Seafood Homemade Pasta & Sauces Roman House Salad Full Bar & Wine List Dine in, Take out, Delivery Large Groups & Private Parties

castellis255.com

sign up to receive special promotions

618-462-4620

3400 Fosterburg Rd. (Off 255 Exit 13) Alton, IL 62002

Home of the famous pork tenderloin sandwich!

Chez Marilyn

2000 State St. | Alton, IL 62002 (618) 465-5640

Dine In • Carry Out

Third Street, Downtown Alton

The Place... for Lunch & Dinner

WOW

Martinis & Large Beer Selections

• Appetizers • Salads • Sandwiches (including build OUTDOOR PATIO your own burger) Live Music • Pasta Wed./Fri./Sat • Entrees • Flat Bread Pizza 618-465-8071 www.chezmarilyn.com

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Spirits

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RESTAURANTS (CONTINUED)

PRINCIVALLI’S CAFE • (618) 465-3255 • 602 E. Third St.

$-$$

RAGIN CAJUN PIANO BAR • (618) 433-9119 • 210 W. Third St.

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RED LOBSTER • (618) 465-6554 • 170 Homer M. Adams Pkwy.

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RIB CITY • (618) 462-4600 • 201 E. Center Dr.

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RIVERBEND BILLIARDS & GRILL • (618) 462-4435 • 909 E. Broadway St. RIVIERA MAYA • (618) 465-5000 • 1702 Homer M. Adams Pkwy.

S & S SANDWICH • (618) 570-0115 • 2505 State St. ST. LOUIS BREAD COMPANY • (618) 474-0100 1837B Homer M. Adams Pkwy.

SCHOOL HOUSE GRILL • (618) 465-3298 • 2603 N. Rodgers

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TONY’S RESTAURANT • (618) 462-8384 • 312 Piasa St.

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TONY’S PROHIBITION LOUNGE & THIRD STREET CAFE (618) 462-8384 • 104 W. Third St.

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TOWN CLUB • (618) 462-5431 • 2400 E. Broadway St.

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VILLAGE INN PANCAKE HOUSE • (618) 462-8750 • 2611 College Ave.

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CEDAR HILL RESORT • (618) 883-4455 • IL Rt. 1, Box 89

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EAGLE’S NEST RESTAURANT • (618) 377-0697 • 117 E. Bethalto Dr.

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EL MEZCAL • (618) 377-8902 • 705 Texas Blvd.

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REETA MARIE'S COUNTRY STORE • (618) 372-0120 • 402 S. Maple St.

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DOC HOLLIDAY'S SALOON & EATERY (618) 258-7575 • 308 W. MacArthur Dr. FRANK'S • (618) 258-8440 • 132 W. MacArthur Dr.

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THE PORK BARREL • (618) 258-7650 • 435 W. MacArthur Dr.

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TWIN CITIES RESTAURANT • (618) 258-8730 • 15 S. Stanley Rd.

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DO DROP INN • (618) 885-5931 • 15281 State Hwy. 109

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THE CULTURED TABLE • (618) 616-9804 • 20 LaSalle St.

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ALTON-WOOD RIVER SPORTSMEN'S CLUB (618) 466-3042 • 3109 Godfrey Rd.

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CLIFTON COUNTRY INN & BAKE SHOP • (618) 466-1020 3015 W. Delmar Ave.

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BIG KAHUNA BAR & GRILL • (618) 786-4852 • 215B W. Water St.

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CRAZY BEAVER PIZZA LODGE • (618) 786-3955 • 220 W. Main St.

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TONY’S RANCH HOUSE RESTAURANT & BAR • (618) 466-9734 3330 Godfrey Rd.

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FIN INN • (618) 786-2030 • 1500 W. Main St. GRAFTON WINERY & BREWHAUS • (618) 786-3001 • 300 W. Main St. |

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AERIE'S RIVERVIEW WINERY • (618) 786-7477 • 600 Timber Ridge

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KINDER’S RESTAURANT • (618) 883-2586 • 50 Golden Eagle Ferry Rd.

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RUEBEL HOTEL & RESTAURANT • (618) 786-2315 • 217 E. Main St.

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BAREFOOT RESTAURANT • (618) 576-9012 • IL Rt. 100 HARDIN DRIVE-IN • (618) 576-9311 • 207 N. Park St.

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JR'S PLACE • (618) 254-4639 • 418 N. Delmar Ave.

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CANTON RESTAURANT • (618) 498-6661 • 925 S. State St.

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CIUDAD DEL SOL • (618) 639-7657 • 208 S. State St.

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HICKORY GROVE RESTAURANT • (618) 639-5555 • 1668 S. State St.

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REDBIRD DELI & ICE CREAM PARLOR • (618) 639-0952 • 109 S. State St. $-$$

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STATE STREET BAR & GRILL • (618) 639-3663 • 118 S. State St.

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THE 518 • (618) 498-4011 • 518 S. State St.

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VILLAGE INN PANCAKE HOUSE • (618) 498-1122 • 891 S. State St.

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WHITE SPOT • (618) 498-9081 • 403 N. State St.

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KAMPSVILLE LANDING • (618) 653-4211 • 408 N. Broadway St.

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DEE-LUX DINER • (618) 254-7115 • 700 S. Central Ave.

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APPLEBEE’S • (618) 258-1051 • 1921 Vaughn Rd.

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The Fin Inn Restaurant has 8,000 gallons of aquariums for you to enjoy! The aquariums feature many types of fish found in the Mississippi River, as well as turtles over 100 years old and well over 100 pounds each!

Full Menu: Steak Chicken Seafood ̃ Homemade Turtlẽ Soup & Desserts!

618.786.2030

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SUKEY'S CHINESE RESTAURANT • (618) 251-4052 730 E. Edwardsville Rd.

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SPARKY’S • (618) 251-9590 • 1112 Madison Ave.

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COOKIE FACTORY BAKERY • (618) 462-5731 202 Alton Square Mall Dr.

CHILL OUT FROZEN CREATIONS (618) 462-5000 • 2833 Homer M. Adams Pkwy.

DUKE BAKERY • (618) 462-2922 • 819 Henry St.

HUMFREEZ SOFT-SERVE SELF-SERVE YOGURT (618) 465-7312 • 712 E. Broadway (in Subway bldg)

LUCIANNA'S PASTRIES • (618) 433-9395 212 State St.

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DONUT EXPRESS • (618) 377-5700 113 E. Bethalto Dr.

EAST ALTON |

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GLAZY SQUARES • (618) 259-2920 • 14 W. Airline Dr.

GODFREY |

62035

MISTER DONUT • (618) 466-6327 • 2720 Grovelin St.

JERSEYVILLE |

62052

AUDREY'S ONO DONUTS • (618) 498-8715 933 S. State St.

WOOD RIVER |

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SWEET SISTERS CAKES & CONFECTIONS (618) 251-9050 • 300 N. Wood River Ave. TC'S CAKE SHOP (618) 216-3782 • 382 Edwardsville Rd. WOOD RIVER DONUT SHOP • (618) 251-5331 102 W. Edwardsville Rd.

Alton • Godfrey • Bethalto

KETCHUM’S CORNER KREEM • (618) 466-7047 33 E. Elm St. MAEVA'S COFFEE • (618) 581-7570 • 1320 Milton Rd.

BETHALTO |

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FRIGID FROG SHAVED ICE CO. • Airport Plaza WEATHER VANE ICE CREME • (618) 377-8412 103 W. Bethalto Dr.

GODFREY |

62035

COFFEE CABANA • (618) 466-1187 • 6133 Humbert Rd. SHIVER’S FROZEN CUSTARD • (618) 466-6915 3318 Godfrey Rd.

GRAFTON |

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AERIE'S GROUNDS & GIFTS (618) 786-8438 • 800 Timber Ridge Dr. GRAFTON FUDGE & ICE CREAM (618) 786-3700 • 321 E. Main St. RUEBEL DELI & ICE CREAM PARLOR (618) 786-2315 • 217 E. Main St. THE VARIETY • (618) 786-3601 • 412 E. Main St. THE WHOLE SCOOP • (618) 786-2663 • 222 E. Main St.

JERSEYVILLE |

62052

MCCARRY’S DAIRYLAND • (618) 498-6113 400 W. Carpenter St. #B

ROXANA |

62084

CONE BARN • 323 N. Central Ave.

Reeta Marie’s

COUNTRY STORE

“Best Bank in the Riverbend.“ “As voted by area residents.”

“Proud to be part of the community.”

BankLiberty.com • (618) 462-7000

Homemade Soups & Salads Sandwiches & Daily Specials Homemade Desserts & Pies

UNIQUE GIFT SHOP 402 S. Maple Street, Brighton, IL Phone 618-372-0120 Open Sun. – Fri. 11am - 3pm reetamariescountrystore.com Dining | VisitAlton.com | 1-800-258-6645

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QUICK BITES

THE PHILLY SHACK • (618) 531-8911 238 Alton Square Mall

ALTON |

WENDY'S • (618) 462-3593 1825 Homer M. Adams Pkwy.

62002

BIG WIENERS DRIVE IN • (618) 433-1415 101 9th St. BURGER KING • (618) 474-0102 1902 Homer M. Adams Pkwy.

CAPTAIN D’S SEAFOOD • (618) 465-4949 191 Homer M. Adams Pkwy.

CHINA GATE EXPRESS • (618) 465-6810 248 Alton Square Mall Dr. CHINA KING • (618) 465-8818 1837 Homer M. Adams Pkwy.

CHONG CHOP SUEY • (618) 465-2869 1101 E. 7th St. FAST EDDIE’S FRIED CHICKEN • (618) 465-3876 701 Central Ave. FAZOLI'S RESTAURANT • (618) 465-4731 210 Homer M. Adams Pkwy.

HONG KONG HOUSE • (618) 465-8638 1720 Washington Ave. JACK IN THE BOX • (618) 462-9905 101 Homer M. Adams Pkwy.

WHITE CASTLE • (618) 462-4928 2998 Homer M. Adams Pkwy.

WOODY’S DRIVE-IN • (618) 466-7840 110 Homer M. Adams Pkwy.

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ARBY’S • (618) 258-0571 • 2 Airway Ct. BETHALTO GRILL & CHILL RESTAURANT (618) 377-2253 • 444 W. Bethalto Dr. BURGER KING • (618) 259-1177 • 501 N. Bellwood Rd. DOMINO’S PIZZA • (618) 377-3030 147 E. Bethalto Dr. KFC • (618) 377-2025 • 434 W. Bethalto Dr. MCDONALD’S • (618) 377-2216 • #2 Plaza Dr. PIZZA HUT • (618) 377-6848 • 312 E. Bethalto Dr. RALLY'S • (618) 258-1811 • 167 E. MacArthur Dr. SUBWAY • (618) 377-2450 • 135 E. Bethalto Dr.

JACK IN THE BOX • (618) 465-0093 1649 Washington Ave.

TACO BELL • (618) 259-6401 171 E. MacArthur Dr.

JIMMY JOHN'S • (618) 467-6400 • 92 Northport Dr.

EAST ALTON |

KFC • (618) 465-6931 • 2994 Homer M. Adams Pkwy.

CHINA STAR • (618) 259-9888 • 624 Berkshire Blvd.

KFC/TACO BELL • (618) 462-3164 620 Landmarks Blvd.

DOMINO’S PIZZA • (618) 254-5000 341 W. St. Louis Ave.

LA CANTINA DELI - ARGOSY CASINO (800) 711-GAME • #1 Piasa St.

MCDONALD’S • (618) 259-1075 • 102 Niagara St.

LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA • (618) 465-4001 1601 Washington Ave.

62024

SUBWAY • (618) 259-8005 • 612 Berkshire Blvd.

TACO BELL • (618) 258-7009 • 101 Niagara St.

MCDONALD’S • (618) 465-8911 2400 Homer M. Adams Pkwy.

THE SALAD SHOP (618) 258-0183 • 217 E. St. Louis Ave.

MCDONALD’S • (618) 465-7326 • 717 E. Broadway St.

GODFREY |

MINI CORRAL HAMBURGERS • (618) 462-0400 1500 Main St.

ARBY’S • (618) 466-5177 • 5509 Godfrey Rd.

PAPA JOHN’S PIZZA • (618) 462-7272 2700 Washington Ave. PIZZA HUT • (618) 465-6600 3096 Homer M. Adams Pkwy.

POPEYE’S FRIED CHICKEN • (618) 462-6702 2390 Homer M. Adams Pkwy.

RALLY’S • (618) 465-0654 • 199 Alton Square Mall Dr. RIVER CITY COMMUNITY CAFÉ AT THE YWCA (618) 465-7774 • 304 E. 3rd St. STEAK ‘N SHAKE • (618) 466-7006 80 Homer M. Adams Pkwy.

SUBWAY • (618) 466-1679 • 500 W. Delmar Ave. SUBWAY • (618) 462-3121 • 1631 Washington Ave. SUBWAY • (618) 463-1028 • 712 E. Broadway St. TACO BELL/PIZZA HUT • (618) 466-8897 70 Homer M. Adams Pkwy.

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CHINA WOK • (618) 466-8050 • 2702 Godfrey Rd. DOMINO’S PIZZA • (618) 466-9595 3304 Godfrey Rd. DQ GRILL & CHILL • (618) 466-5524 5785 Godfrey Rd. GODFREY MEAT MARKET • (618) 466-6111 6017 Godfrey Rd. HARDEE’S • (618) 466-9161 • 2720 Godfrey Rd. LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA • (618) 466-7979 3100 Godfrey Rd. MCDONALD’S • (618) 466-5810 • 5511 Godfrey Rd. PIZZA HUT • (618) 466-3795 • 3030 Godfrey Rd. SHANGHAI CHINESE FOOD • (618) 467-0121 5741 Godfrey Rd. SUBWAY • (618) 467-2797 • 5755 Godfrey Rd.

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TACO BELL • (618) 258-8414 • 1850 Memorial Ln.

BEASLEY FISH STAND • (618) 786-3697 1512 W. Main St.

WENDY'S • (618) 258-0813 • 1845 Vaughn Rd.

O’JAN’S FISH STAND • (618) 786-2229 101 W. Main St.

ALTON BARS |

RUEBEL DELI & ICE CREAM PARLOR (618) 786-2315 • 217 E. Main St.

BIG MUDDY PUB • (618) 463-1095 • 204 State St.

THE WHOLE SCOOP • (618) 786-2663 222 E. Main St.

HARDIN |

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BUBBY & SISSY’S • (618) 465-4773 • 602 Belle St. CATDADDY’S • (618) 462-8090 • 203 W. Third St. CELLAR ROOM • (618) 465-9874 • 2704 E. Broadway St.

SUBWAY • (618) 576-9912 • 201 N. Park St.

D & T WEDGE • (618) 467-0432 • 901 W. Delmar Ave.

JERSEYVILLE |

DANNY’S LOUNGE • (618) 462-6787 • 118 W. 4th St.

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ARBY’S • (618) 498-1199 • 1302 S. State St. BURGER KING • (618) 498-7169 • 1304 S. State St. DOMINO’S PIZZA • (618) 498-2111 • 218 S. State St. DQ GRILL & CHILL • (618) 498-3531 • 407 N. State St.

FIREHOUSE TAVERN • (618) 462-5407 314 State St. GREG’S PLACE • (618) 462-5976 • 2018 State St. KOPP’S KORNER • (618) 465-9833 • 838 E. 7th St.

HARDEE’S • (618) 498-3412 • 528 S. State St.

LILY’S LOUNGE/ATRIUM HOTEL (618) 462-1220 • 3800 Homer M. Adams Pkwy.

MCDONALD’S • (618) 498-9526 • 911 S. State St.

NORB'S TAVERN • (618) 466-8120 • 2505 State St.

PIZZA HUT • (618) 498-9811 • 602 S. State St.

PETE'S LOUNGE • (618) 466-9926 • 100 Big Arch Rd.

SUBWAY • (618) 498-9214 • 1600 S. State St.

SPIRITS LOUNGE AT THE TEMPLE (618) 463-5555 • 300 State St.

TACO BELL • (618) 498-4883 • 216 N. State St. WOK RESTAURANT (618) 498-1800 • 1600 S. State St.

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TEN-PIN LOUNGE • (618) 465-6565 18 E. Broadway St. WAYNE ALLEN’S SALOON • (618) 465-5550 702 E. Broadway St.

CHARLIE’S DRIVE-IN • (618) 254-6416 762 N. Wood River Ave. DAIRY QUEEN • (618) 254-0712 1288 E. Edwardsville Rd. HARDEE’S • (618) 258-1224 1099 E. Edwardsville Rd. HING WAH CHOP SUEY • (618) 251-5012 860 N. Wood River Ave. JACK-IN-THE-BOX • (618) 254-2098 41 E. Edwardsville Rd. JIMMY JOHN'S • (618) 216-2777 1203 E. Edwardsville Rd. KING LOUIE'S DRIVE-IN (618) 254-1114 • 315 S. 6th St. LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA • (618) 254-2888 12 W. Edwardsville Rd. LONG JOHN SILVER'S • (618) 254-3457 1214 E. Edwardsville Rd. MCDONALD’S • (618) 258-9147 • 1056 Vaughn Rd. PAPA JOHN’S PIZZA • (618) 258-7272 668 Wesley Dr. PIZZA HUT • (618) 259-8075 • 1205 E. Edwardsville Rd. STEAK ‘N SHAKE • (618) 259-0314 1870 Memorial Ln. SUBWAY • (618) 259-7970 • 664 Wesley Dr.

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Farmers' Markets Weekly Farmers’ Markets offer a variety of produce and artisan goods to you for one-stop shopping.

The Markets FARMERS & ARTISANS MARKET Every Wednesday and Saturday June – October 9th St. and Piasa St., Downtown Alton (618) 463-1016

LAND BETWEEN THE RIVERS Take a country drive to the orchards of Calhoun County in search of succulent sweet Calhoun County peaches. Along the way, check out the self-guided Calhoun County Barn Quilt Tour, featuring 85 quilt patterns, painted on the sides of old barns and buildings, representing families that settled here hundreds of years ago. A tour guide and map can be purchased at the Alton Visitor Center and various locations in Calhoun County. For more information, go to www.EnjoyCalhoun.com or call 1-800-258-6645.

FARMERS & ARTISANS MARKET ON STATE STREET Every Tuesday, June – October 105 N. Library St., Jerseyville (618) 498-2913 WOOD RIVER FARMERS MARKET Every Thursday, July – September Madison Ave., Wood River (618) 251-3130

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ECKERT'S ORCHARD • (618) 233-0513 20995 Eckert Orchard Rd., Grafton

Blueberries

Blackberries

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Peaches

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HAGEN FAMILY ORCHARD • (618) 883-2385 2260 E. Illinois River Road, Brussels JOE RINGHAUSEN ORCHARD (618) 376-6772 • 24748 Reddish Rd., Fieldon

Raspberries

DEAN'S MARKET • (618) 653-4563 IL Rte. 100, Kampsville

Vegetables

Pick Your Own

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KAMP'S ORCHARD • (618) 883-2410 R.R. #1, Box 114, Auer Landing Rd., Golden Eagle

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KRUEGER'S ORCHARD • (618) 466-3576 2914 Airport Rd., Godfrey

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ODELEHR'S ROADSIDE MARKET (618) 883-2265 • Brussels Ferry Rd., Brussels

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PEARSON'S PRODUCE 6304 Humbert Rd., Godfrey

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RINGHAUSEN APPLE HOUSE (618) 498-6951 • US Hwy. 67, Jerseyville

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RULO'S PRODUCE 126 E. Main St., Grafton

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TOM RINGHAUSEN ORCHARD & MARKET (618) 576-2311 • IL Rte. 16 & 100, Hardin

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TOPPMEYER'S ROADSIDE MARKET (618) 883-2383 HC82, Box 113, Brussels Ferry Rd., Brussels

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UNCLE ANDY'S PRODUCE RANCH (618) 786-3305 • 1 E. Main St., Grafton

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THE WHOLE SCOOP PRODUCE SHACK (618) 786-2663 • 222 E. Main St., Grafton

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TAKE A FERRY

Ride

Make your peach and apple picking adventures in Calhoun County even more memorable with a ferry ride. Take the Brussels Ferry off Route 100 to cross into the land between the rivers. Enjoy a leisurely country drive before heading back across the Illinois River via the Kampsville Ferry.

And, both ferry rides are free!

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Alton is conveniently located 20 miles from St. Louis Lambert International Airport and minutes from the St. Louis Regional Airport in Bethalto.

ST. LOUIS REGIONAL AIRPORT 8 Terminal Drive, East Alton (618) 259-2531 LAMBERT INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT 10701 Lambert International Blvd.

St. Louis, Mo. (314) 426-8000 Enter Alton by rail from all over the country and pull into the Amtrak station.

AMTRAK RAIL SERVICE 3400 College Ave., Alton (618) 462-1879

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1O AMTRAK TRAINS DAILY ®

The Alton region is home to two first-class marinas with transient slips available anytime you choose to stop and stay awhile.

ALTON MARINA 1 Henry St., Alton (618) 462-9860 GRAFTON HARBOR 215 W. Water St., Grafton (618) 786-7678 Give the ferries a try as you are making your way to the various attractions throughout the region.

BRUSSELS FREE FERRY Route 100, Grafton (618) 786-3636 GOLDEN EAGLE FERRY Ferry Road, Golden Eagle (618) 535-5759 GRAFTON FERRY Route 100, Grafton (800) 258-6645 KAMPSVILLE FREE FERRY River Front Drive, Kampsville (618) 653-4518

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Amtrak and Amtrak Illinois are service marks of the National Railroad Passenger Corporation.

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TRAVEL TIP If you’re driving an electric car, you can get a FREE CHARGE at Alton City Hall (101 E. 3rd St.)

Check out these listings for rental cars, cabs and shuttle service once you’re here.

ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR 1200 S. State Rd., Jerseyville (618) 498-8546 ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR 3000 Washington Ave., Alton (618) 462-0001 DAVE MUNGENAST TOYOTA & DODGE 850 Homer Adams Pkwy., Alton (618) 208-2643 ALTON'S BEST CABS 1102 Milton Road, Alton (618) 578-3344 CHAMPAGNE LIMOUSINES 3406 W. Delmar Ave., Godfrey (618) 466-7001 EXCEL TRANSPORTATION 351 E. Ferguson Ave., Wood River (618) 251-9410

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TON Y ’S R E S TAU R A N T E S TA B L I S H E D 19 5 4

Home of Tony’s Famous Signature Pepperloin “OFTEN IMITATED, NEVER DUPLICATED”

Steaks | Seafood | Pasta | Pizza 5 private dining rooms | Reservations accepted Open 4 p.m. Tuesday – Sunday

Prohibition Lounge featuring over 30 craft beers 312 Piasa St. | (618) 462-8384 | TonysRestaurant.com

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