Jefferson County Historical Village
1411 North 27th Street, Mount Vernon, IL 62864
History Museums
Experience the past as you walk through a pioneer village of authentic log cabins featuring a calaboose (circa 1820), the Mount Olive Church (circa 1873), a one room school house and more.
The Museum and the Village, with its buildings and their contents, reflect life from the beginning of Jefferson County.
Among the furnished buildings, one finds log houses of the 19th century, a log church, a log jail, a one-room school, functional blacksmith and print shops, a display of period merchandise in the general store, and a variety of medical equipment in the Medical Building.
What's happening nearby...

Cord Fitch Memorial Southern Illinois Steel Guitar Show
The Granada Theatre • Apr 11 – Apr 12 @ 11:30AM
Two day classic country music concert with known singers featuring the steel guitar!
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The Commons • Apr 12 – Oct 11 @ 10AM
Find something unique and affordable! Enjoy a different theme each month!
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Mt. Vernon Big Spring Carnival
Roadhouse Harley-Davidson • May 01 – May 04 @ 5PM
Get ready for a weekend of fun, thrills, and excitement at the Mt. Vernon Big Spring Carnival!
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