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Lincoln-Douglas Square

Broadway & Market St., Alton, IL 62002

Historic Sites

Stand the same ground once stood as Abraham Lincoln and Stephan A. Douglas near the Alton riverfront.

The final debate of Stephan A. Douglas and Abraham Lincoln took place in front of Alton's city hall at the corner of Broadway and Market Streets. The senatorial debate drew national attention along with more that 6,000 visitors. Life-like statues of the two statesmen keep the famous series of debates in 1858 frozen forever in time.

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Mississippi River Festival

Alton Amphitheater •  Jun 27 – Jun 28 @ 6PM

The Mississippi River Festival brings tunes back to the Alton Amphitheater for its 2nd year along the Mighty Mississippi June 27 & 28, 2025!

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Alton Midwest Nationals F1 Powerboat Race

Alton Riverfront Park •  Jul 18 – Jul 20 @ 2PM

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