Alton's National Cemetery
600 Pearl St., Alton, IL 62002
Historic Sites
Fought on American soil, the Civil War was the deadliest war in American history.
More than three million men fought in this "war between the states" that claimed the lives of more than 62,000 soldiers. An estimated 263 Union soldiers are buried in Alton's National Cemetery. The men often died of disease at the Alton Hospital or on-board steamboats passing up the Mississippi River.
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Christmas Wonderland
Dec 25 – Dec 27 @ 6PM
Begin your holiday celebration when you experience the enchantment of Christmas at the "Christmas Wonderland" holiday light display! The "Grandpa Gang" has been at it again…
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Confederate Prison Site
Alton
Visit first Illinois State Penitentiary and learn about the ghastly history of the overcrowded, often disease-infested prison. Today, it is a monument dedicated to those who…
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Elijah P. Lovejoy Monument
Alton
Visit the monument of an amazingly persistent and inspirational freedom fighter, Elijah P. Lovejoy.
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Lincoln & Civil War Legacy Trail
Alton
Walk in the footsteps of Abraham and Mary Todd Lincoln, and Civil War soldiers from both North and South.
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