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Jacksonville

Jacksonville is home to the Eli Bridge Co., said to be the oldest portable Ferris wheel manufacturer in the country. One of the company's original Ferris wheels is on display in Jacksonville Community Park.

Visitor Centers

Jacksonville Area Convention & Visitors Bureau 310 E. State St. Jacksonville, IL 62650. Phone:(217)243-5678 or (800)593-5678

Self-guiding Tours

Information and maps describing several walking tours of the historic district are available at the convention and visitors bureau. A walking/driving tour features historic homes that sheltered escaped slaves as part of the Underground Railroad. A Looking for Lincoln audio tour by cellphone that highlights Abraham Lincoln's ties to the area also is available.

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