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EXPLORE
G R E AT R I V E R S
A L L A R O U N D A L TO N , I L
2016 V I S ITO R G U I D E
STEP INSIDE
O UR S TO RY
...a tale of three mighty rivers and early explorers;
of giants – real, imaginary and historical, and a
larger than life road that evokes a modern day quest.
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Alton Regional Convention & Visitors Bureau
Turn the page and embark on the adventure that begins with today’s confluence
of the Illinois, Missouri and Mississippi rivers. This amazing intersection of rivers has
created a region where early settlers lived in fear of a mythical man-eating bird,
continental explorations were made and cities were forged and transformed by the
ebb and flow of nature, history and these mighty waterways.
Our story began thousands of years ago.
It continues today… with you.
TAB LE O F CO NTENTS
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RISE TO NEW HEIGHTS
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MONUMENTAL MOMENTS
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THINGS THAT GO BUMP
IN THE NIGHT
10 A RIVER FOR ALL SEASONS
12 EXPLORE THE OUTDOORS
16 EXPLORE THE GREENS
18 EXPLORE ENTERTAINMENT
19 EXPLORE LOCAL VIBES
20 EXPLORE THE ARTS
22 EXPLORE THE HISTORY
OF THE RIVERS
26 EXPLORE GREAT LODGING
32 EXPLORE GREAT WEDDINGS
34 EXPLORE SPIRITS & WINES
37ORCHARDS
38 EXPLORE DELICIOUS DISHES
46 EXPLORE GREAT SHOPS
48TRANSPORTATION
49 ABOUT US
VisitAlton.com | 1-800-258-6645
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R I S E TO N E W
HEIGHTS
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Imagine the awe early explorers felt when they stood atop towering limestone bluffs and
looked down on the Meeting of the Great Rivers. Stand in their footsteps and gaze across
the rivers from a vantage point of opportunity and natural wonder. From the Lewis & Clark
Confluence Tower in Hartford to The Nature Institute in Godfrey and Pere Marquette State
Park in Grafton, explore a cornucopia of breathtaking scenery that makes up the landscape
for the Meeting of the Great Rivers.
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1. LEWIS & CLARK CONFLUENCE TOWER
435 Confluence Dr., Hartford. Enjoy the sights 150 feet
above the confluence of the Missouri and Mississippi rivers
at the historic Lewis & Clark 1804 point of departure.
4. THE NATURE INSTITUTE
2213 S. Levis Lane, Godfrey. Hike the Olin Nature
Preserve’s Mississippi Sanctuary in the bluffs high above
the Mississippi River for unparalleled views.
2. MELVIN PRICE LOCKS & DAM
1 Lock and Dam Way, Alton. Walk to the middle of the
mighty Mississippi across the largest locks and dam on the
river to see the sights from 80-feet high with unbelievable
views of tow boats, the Alton skyline and the Clark Bridge.
5. THE PRINCIPIA
1 Maybeck Way, Elsah. Drive through this historic college
campus filled with amazing architecture and a lookout
point atop the bluffs overlooking the Mississippi River.
6. AERIES WINERY
800 Timber Ridge Dr., Grafton. Enjoy a glass of wine as
you gaze from the patio or the windows of the only bluff
top winery located at the confluence of the Mississippi and
Illinois rivers.
3. RIVERVIEW PARK
Riverview Drive, Alton. Arguably this park has one of
the best views of the Mississippi River from the bluffs
nestled in the historic Christian Hill District which is filled
with 1800s era architecture.
7. PERE MARQUETTE STATE PARK
13112 Visitor Center Lane, Grafton. Hike to the top of
McAdams Peak at Pere Marquette State Park to enjoy a
panoramic view of the Illinois River bluffs and waterway
with many scenic overlooks along the way.
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MONUMENTA L
MOMENTS
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The giants of the Meeting of the Great Rivers come in all shapes and sizes. Jazz giant Miles
Davis took his first breath here, and ultimately shaped an entire genre of music. Alton boasts
the only public statue created to honor Davis in the Americas. Alton’s “Gentle Giant” Robert
Wadlow, who stood at 8 feet 11.1 inches tall, still holds the world record as the tallest man.
And no mention of larger than life figures would be complete without pointing out the impact
Abraham Lincoln and Stephen Douglas had in the final debate of their heated senatorial battle
held in downtown Alton catapulting Lincoln into the national spotlight.
Explore the stories of these giants of music, history, and myth throughout the
Meeting of the Great Rivers.
1. SACAJAWEA
Lewis & Clark Community College Campus, Godfrey.
Facing west, the bronze vision of Native American
explorer Sacajawea is set in the courtyard of this historic
college campus.
2. MILES DAVIS STATUE
Third St., Downtown Alton. Find Davis lost in song
with his trumpet in the middle of Miles Davis Plaza.
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4. PIASA BIRD
Piasa Park, Alton. Painted high on the limestone bluffs
overlooking the Mississippi River, the mythological bird is
a treasured local legend.
5. ROBERT WADLOW
2810 College Ave., Alton. How do you measure up to
Robert Wadlow, the world’s tallest man? Check out this
life size statue!
3. LOVEJOY MONUMENT
Monument & 5th Sts., Alton. Pay tribute to a giant
of the abolitionist movement, Elijah P. Lovejoy, who is
honored with the tallest man-made monument in Illinois.
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T H I N G S T H AT G O
BUMP
IN THE NIGHT
There’s a reason Alton is called “One of the Most Haunted Small Towns in America.” Whether
it’s the spooky McPike Mansion where members of the once prominent family and their
servants are said to appear to visitors or the Jasmine Lady who’s hauntingly lovely perfume
fills the air of the Mineral Springs Hotel at unexpected times, the city is full of tales of the
supernatural. Tour providers bring ghost stories home to visitors along the city’s eerie nighttime
streets. Or ramp up the chill level with a dark of night cemetery tour and séance. Tell your own
ghost story with the Haunted Alton app available free for iOS and Android phones.
TO P H AU NTED S ITE S
MCPIKE MANSION
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 before the mansion was
even built with Native American ghosts and a residue from a possible
Underground Railroad stop.
MINERAL SPRINGS MALL
Once an elegant hotel and spa, this building’s history is filled with tragedy, murder, suicide, natural and accidental death, as well as many happy
memories. Many of earth-bound spirits remain to haunt and make their
presence felt and known.
MILTON SCHOOL HOUSE
The tragic tale of the school includes the unsolved mystery of a janitor
who committed suicide and the associated negativity that can still be felt
today. The Milton School was featured in an October 2010 Ghost Hunters
(TAPS) television show on the Syfy Channel.
FIRST UNITARIAN CHURCH
This church is the starting point of Alton Haunted Tours because of its association with the death of a pastor who is believed to still haunt visitors
to the 100-year old church.
MASONIC LODGE
A spirit of a Confederate soldier haunts the basement of the lodge. He is
believed to have been a fellow Mason who died in the nearby Confederate prison.
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H AU NTED TO U R P ROV ID ERS
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ALTON’S HAUNTED ODYSSEY
Trolley tours are available through the most haunted areas
of Alton. AltonHauntedTours.com | (618) 462-3861
ALTON HAUNTINGS
Entertaining and spine tingling journeys into nationally
known paranormal sites throughout the city.
AltonHauntings.com | (217) 791-7859
MINERAL SPRINGS HAUNTED TOURS
Walking tours, paranormal investigations into the Mineral
Springs Hotel, séances and tarot card readings are offered.
MineralSpringsHauntedTours.com | (866) 465-3205
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
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301 E. Broadway, Alton 618.465.3200
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A RIVER FOR ALL
SEASONS
Pick a season, any season! The seasonal adventures and activities along the Meeting of
the Great Rivers delight visitors year-round. Embrace winter with a journey in search of the
American Bald Eagle. Celebrate spring with a bike ride alongside the Mighty Mississippi River
and then kick back and enjoy the river as a muse with sounds from the annual Blues Fest at
the Grafton Winery and Brewhaus.
Lose yourself in the sounds of summer with live concerts in Alton or Grafton’s casual live
music in the park. See national acts booked into the intimate arena of the Liberty Bank Alton
Amphitheater, or watch the Independence Day fireworks flare their magnificence over the
Mississippi in Alton.
Let the wind whip through your hair and the sun color your cheeks during the annual Fall
Color Drives along the Meeting of the Great Rivers. Three different routes showcase the
dazzling display of Midwestern fall colors. Stop by the local orchards and roadside stands for
tree-ripened fruit and locally grown produce fed from the rich soil basin of the Great Rivers.
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EXPLORE THE
OUTDOORS
Take in the sights along the Meeting of the Great Rivers on the miles of hiking and biking trails that
criss-cross the region. Or, discover new vistas ziplining through the tree canopy on the river bluffs,
cruising river level aboard the Hakuna Matata or parasailing high above the Mighty Mississippi.
N AT U RE & H IKIN G TR A IL S
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
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
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MCCULLY HERITAGE PROJECT
With 40 acres of hills and hollows see wildlife frolic
throughout the forest and grasslands. 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) 653-4687 I McCullyHeritage.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 I TheNatureInstitute.org
TWO RIVERS NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE
As an important link in the chain of migrating species along
the Mississippi Flyway, identify a variety of 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 I FWS.gov/Midwest/TwoRivers
The Audubon Center welcomes you...
Visit the Audubon Center at Riverlands and its 3,700 acres of restored prairie marsh
and forest located in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Riverlands Migratory
Bird Sanctuary, in the heart of one of the most significant flyways in the world...
the Mississippi River.
Reconnect with nature and catch a glimpse of the everchanging variety of 325 species of songbirds and
waterfowl that live in or migrate through this unique
habitat, including bald eagles, herons, and egrets.
636.899.0090
Riverlands.Audubon.org
301 Riverlands Way
West Alton, MO 63386
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B IKE TR A IL S
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.
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.
ED U C ATI O N &
CO N S ERVATI O N
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
#26. 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 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, 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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O U TD O O R A DV ENT U RE S
HORSEBACK RIDING
PERE MARQUETTE RIDING STABLES
Trek down to the Pere Marquette Stables and enjoy
horseback riding through the countryside and along the
Great River Road.
15780 State Highway 100, Grafton | (618) 786-2156
ZIPLINE
GRAFTON ZIPLINE ADVENTURES
Looking for a jaw dropping, heart racing experience? Try
Grafton’s thrilling attraction – a zip line that gives those
brave enough a stunning river view and hours of fun.
800 Timber Ridge Drive, Grafton | (618) 786-8439
GraftonZipline.com
PARASAILING
CAPTAIN ANDY’S PARASAIL
Soar along the bluffs above the confluence of the Mississippi
and Illinois rivers and experience this exhilarating time with
someone special.
215 W. Water St., Grafton | (618) 222-9000
GraftonParasail.com
SHOOTING FACILITIES
WINCHESTER SHOOTING FACILITIES
600 Powder Mill Road, East Alton | (618) 258-2633
ShootWinchester.com
WATER
RECRE ATI O N
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
MARINAS
GRAFTON RIVER ADVENTURES
215 W. Water St., Grafton
(618) 786-7678
GraftonHarbor.net
Our first-class marinas offer transient
slips & long-term docking.
SPIRIT OF PEORIA
(800) 258-6645
EQUIPMENT RENTAL
GRAFTON HARBOR
(618) 786-7678
GraftonHarbor.net
ALTON MARINA
1 Henry St., Alton
(618) 462-9860
AltonMarina.com
GRAFTON HARBOR
(618) 786-7678
GraftonHarbor.net
PIASA HARBOR
10815 Lockhaven Road, Godfrey
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#2 Lock and Dam Way, Alton, IL
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EXPLORE THE
GREENS
Make sure you bring your clubs and tee off on the greens of the Meeting of the Great Rivers.
Explore the great golf challenges at seven dynamic courses including the classic Spencer T.
Olin, an Arnold Palmer designed course, and the highly ranked Belk Park course.
BELK PARK GOLF COURSE
6827 yards, 72 par course
880 Belk Park Rd., Wood River
(618) 251-3115 | BelkPark.com
SPENCER T. OLIN GOLF COURSE
6941 yards, 72 par
4701 College Ave., Alton
(618) 465-3111 | SpencerTOlinGolf.com
CLOVERLEAF GOLF COURSE
3555 Fosterburg Rd., Alton
(618) 462-3022 | CloverleafGolfCourse.com
WOLVES CROSSING
23745 N. Centennial Rd., Jerseyville
(618) 498-3178 | WolvesCrossing.com
ROCK SPRING GOLF COURSE
1 Rock Spring Park, Alton | (618) 465-9898
RockSpringGolfCourse.com
THE WOODLANDS GOLF COURSE
6401 yards, 72 par
2839 Harris Lane, Alton
(618) 462-1456 | PlaytheWoodlands.com
ROLLING HILLS GOLF CLUB
5731 yards, 72 par
5801 Pierce Lane, Godfrey | (618) 466-8363
RollingHillsGC.com
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EXPLORE
ENTERTAINMENT
From live music featuring some of the biggest names in country and rock history, to testing your
luck at the oldest riverboat casino in the Midwest, Alton comes to life with an entertainment
district offering something for everyone. Experience the thrill of big-time slots, live table games
and three restaurant options at Argosy Alton Casino. If off-track betting is your game of choice,
trot over to Mac’s Time Out in downtown Alton for the latest horse racing adventures.
Looking for a different kind of adventure? Lace up a pair of ice skates and take to the rink at the
East Alton Ice Arena or the region’s newest rink, The Loading Dock Ice Skating Rink in Grafton.
If bowling is more up your alley, the Meeting of the Great Rivers has several lanes of endless fun.
Make the most of your time by checking out Raging Rivers Water Park, Mission Ready Outdoor
Laser Tag and Riverbend Billiards.
Snuggle up to the Mississippi River at the Liberty Bank Alton Amphitheater as leaders in the
music industry take to the stage for outdoor concerts. The amphitheater picks up its energy from
the flowing Mississippi River as one of the most scenic concert venues in the Midwest.
EXPLORE GAMING
EXPLORE FAMILY FUN
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
AQUATIC CENTER
670 Whitelaw Ave., Wood River
(618) 251-3110
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
EAST ALTON ICE ARENA
631 Lewis & Clark Blvd., East Alton
(618) 254-7465
LIBERTY BANK ALTON AMPHITHEATER
1 Riverfront Drive, Alton
(800) 258-6645 I AltonAmphitheater.com
MISSION READY OUTDOOR LASER TAG
4549 Titchenal Road, Brighton
(618) 717-2117
RAGING RIVERS WATER PARK
100 Palisades Pkwy., Grafton
(618) 786-2345
THE LOADING DOCK ICE RINK
401 E. Front St., Grafton
(618) 786-3494
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EXPLORE
LOCAL VIBES
Put the finishing touch on your day by immersing yourself in the musical nightlife pulsing through
the Meeting of the Great Rivers. Let the talented guitarists, fantastic fiddlers and dueling pianos
of the area transport you with their diverse and eclectic blend of music! From folk to jazz,
bluegrass to bossanova and everything in between, the music scene thrives after dark.
Enjoy the sounds at Shakers, one of the few music venues owned and operated by the house
band. Check out the acoustic sounds coming from State Street Market, or take the mic yourself
during Maeva’s Coffee Shop Open Mic night. There is no end to the musical experiences
available throughout the Meeting of the Great Rivers.
Check out our current Live Music options at VisitAlton.com/LiveMusic.
NIGHTLIFE VENUES
300 STATE STREET
300 State St., Alton | (618) 463-5555
LOADING DOCK, THE BOATWORKS
401 Front St., Grafton | (618) 786-3494
AERIES WINERY
600 Timber Ridge Dr., Grafton | (618) 786-7477
MAEVA’S COFFEE
1320 Milton Road, Alton | (618) 581-7510
BLUFF CITY GRILL
102 W. 9th St., Alton | (618) 433-8288
MORRISON’S IRISH PUB
200 State St., Alton | (618) 433-8900
CHEZ MARILYN
119 W. Third St., Alton | (618) 465-8071
OLD BAKERY BEER CO.
400 Landmarks Blvd., Alton | (618) 463-1470
ELIJAH P’S BURGERS AND BREWS
401 Piasa St., Alton | (618) 433-8445
PIASA WINERY & PUB
225 W. Main St., Grafton | (618) 786-9463
FAST EDDIE’S BON AIR
1530 E. 4th St., Alton | (618) 462-5532
ROPER’S REGAL BEAGLE
3043 Godfrey Road, Godfrey | (618) 466-2112
GRAFTON WINERY & BREWHAUS
300 W. Main St., Grafton | (618) 786-3001
SHAKERS
554 E. Broadway, Alton | (618) 462-4945
JACOBY ARTS CENTER
627 E. Broadway, Alton | (618) 462-5222
STATE STREET MARKET
208 State St., Alton | (618) 462-8800
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EXPLORE THE
ARTS
The arts come alive with performing and visual celebrations in historic galleries and in theaters
where distinctive creative talents flourish all along the Meeting of the Great Rivers. The Jacoby
Arts Center, a regular host to local art work and photography exhibits, is also home to special
live music and theater. At Alton Little Theater, audiences can laugh or even cry with the awardwinning talents of the theater group which has been entertaining audiences longer than any
other in Illinois. The Greater Alton Concert Association brings musical, magical and magnificent
acts to the region at Lewis & Clark Community College.
ALTON LITTLE THEATER
2450 N. Henry St., Alton
(618) 462-6562 I AltonLittleTheater.org
GREAT RIVERS CHORAL SOCIETY
(618) 401-1450 I GRCS-sing.org
ALTON MUNICIPAL BAND
AltonMunyBand.org
GREATER ALTON CONCERT ASSOCIATION
5800 Godfrey Road, Godfrey
(618) 468-4222 I AltonConcerts.org
ALTON STAINED GLASS WORKS
412 E. Broadway, Alton I (618) 462-4145
JACOBY ARTS CENTER
ALTON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
5800 Godfrey Road, Godfrey
(618) 463-6933 I AltonSymphony.org
MISSISSIPPI MUD POTTERY
THE WHITE PELICAN
127 E. Main, Grafton I (618) 780-9197
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M OV IE TH E ATERS
AMC EASTGATE SHOWPLACE 6
625 Lewis & Clark Blvd., East Alton
(618) 254-6058
STADIUM THEATER
117 E. Pearl St., Jerseyville
(618) 498-4711
FAMILY RECREATION
B OW LIN G & P IN BA LL
AIRPORT PLAZA BOWL
4 Erwin Plegge Blvd., Bethalto
(618) 377-2131
mississippimudpottery.com
BOWL HAVEN
3003 Washington Ave., Alton
(618) 465-BOWL
CP PINBALL
115 Sinclair Ave., Roxana
(618) 251-6337
RIVERBEND BILLIARDS
909 E. Broadway St., Alton
(618) 462-4435
Store Hours
TRI-COUNTY BOWL
207 Krause Dr., Jerseyville
(618) 498-5978
Sun. & Mon. Noon–4pm • Tues.-Closed • Wed.-Sat. 10am-5pm
310 E Broadway Alton, IL 62002 • 618.462.7573
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618.468.4222
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as $25 and special rates for groups are available. Children are welcome. Join us at the Hatheway
Cultural Center and bring the whole family to experience the excitement of live entertainment!
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EXPLORE
THE HISTORY
OF THE RIVERS
With a gentle breeze at their backs and a bit of rain in the air, William Clark, Merriweather
Lewis and 45 men began one of the greatest explorations in history on May 14, 1804. That
amazing journey began at the Meeting of the Great Rivers, a place rich in history, legends and
lore. Step into the Lewis & Clark adventure at the Lewis & Clark State Historic Site, the Number
One site on the national Lewis & Clark Trail and follow the path the men took to prepare for
their quest to find a river route to the Pacific Ocean.
Cruise down the rivers on your own journey through history and follow the paths of explorers
Marquette and Joliet. Walk in Abraham Lincoln’s footsteps as he practiced law and stepped
closer to infamy as the nation’s 16th president. Share the journey of runaway slaves as they
make a connection to freedom on the Underground Railroad. Dig a bit deeper into Alton’s
history as home to the famed Western Military Academy, whose graduates include Paul
Tibbets, pilot of the Enola Gay, and William S. Paley, former head of the CBS television
network.
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LINCOLN & THE CIVIL WAR
Travel in the footsteps of Lincoln and Civil War soldiers with
stories told at VisitAlton.com/Lincoln. The most popular sites
include the following:
CONFEDERATE MONUMENT
Confederate soldiers who died in Alton were laid to rest in a
mass burial site, now known as the Confederate cemetery. All
of their names are listed at the base of a monument of this
national cemetery. 635 Rozier St.
CONFEDERATE PRISON
In 1862, the Alton Prison, closed for its deplorable
conditions a few years earlier, was reopened as a military
prison for Confederate soldiers and southern sympathizers.
Malnourishment and disease quickly broke out, killing 1,354
Confederate and approximately 240 Union soldiers. Those
infected with Smallpox were quarantined on Sunflower Island.
William Street
LINCOLN-DOUGLAS SQUARE
The final and most important Lincoln-Douglas Debate was
held in Alton in October 1858. Two bronze statues depicting
Lincoln and Douglas pose frozen in time in heated debate.
Broadway Street & Landmarks Blvd.
LOVEJOY MONUMENT
On Nov. 7, 1837, abolitionist and newspaper editor Elijah
Lovejoy was murdered as he defended his press which was
later thrown in the Mississippi River. Pay tribute to this
martyr of the abolitionist movement at the tallest man-made
monument in Illinois which symbolizes freedom of the press.
Monument & 5th St.
LYMAN TRUMBULL HOUSE
Former Illinois Senator Lyman Trumbull’s house is Alton’s
only national landmark. Trumbull, a close friend of Lincoln, coauthored the 13th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution which
abolished slavery. 1105 Henry St.
ALTON LINCOLN TRAIL APP
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.
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 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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UNDERGROUND RAILROAD
SHUTTLE TOURS
Alton’s riverfront, located in the free state of Illinois, played
a vital role in helping slaves make connections to freedom
in the northern U.S. Remnants of this period in history exist
throughout Alton.
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 and make reservations.
ALTON MUSEUM OF HISTORY & ART
Visit the Black Pioneer Room featuring an Underground
Railroad message quilt. 2809 College Ave.
TOUR PROVIDERS
ROCKY FORK CHURCH
This church originated before the Civil War, when free AfricanAmericans and slaves crossed the Mississippi River to begin a
new life in Illinois.
HAMILTON PRIMARY SCHOOL
The first integrated school in America was operated by the
legacy of Dr. Silas Hamilton. Pay tribute to a gravesite where
slave and master are buried side by site.
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 Rd., Godfrey
BLUFF CITY TOURS
(618) 550-9291
J.E. ROBINSON UNDERGROUND
RAILROAD TOURS
(618) 462-5590
RIVERBEND TOURS
(618) 208-7266
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• Wineries
• Bike Trails
•Water Sports
• Eagle Watching
• Food & Lodging
• Antique Shopping
• Historic Buildings
• Ziplining and Parasailing
• Largest State Park in Illinois
Grafton, Illinois
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MUSEUMS & HISTORIC SITES DIRECTORY
COST
OPEN
GODFREY | 62035
By Appt.
$
W-Su
Benjamin Godfrey Chapel
5800 Godfrey Road • (618) 466-3411
F
Alton Museum of History & Art
2809 College Avenue • (618) 462-2763
7 days
$
By Appt.
Sacagawea Statue
5800 Godfrey Road • (618) 466-3411
F
BEALL Mansion
407 E. 12th St. • (618) 474-9100
Confederate Cemetery & Memorial
635 Rozier Street • (800) 258-6645
F
7 days
Pere Marquette State Park
13112 Visitor Center Lane • (618) 786-3323
F
7 days
Confederate Prison
William Street & Broadway Street • (800) 258-6645
F
7 days
HARDIN | 62047
Elijah P. Lovejoy Monument
Monument & 5th Streets • (800) 258-6645
F
7 days
Calhoun County Historical Society Museum
204 N. County Road • (618) 576-2660
F-D
Wed
Historic Museum of Torture Devices
301 E. Broadway Street • (618) 465-3200
$
Sa- Su
$
Seasonal
Lincoln - Douglas Square
Broadway St. and Landmarks Blvd. • (618) 465-6676
F
7 days
F-D
Seasonal
Melvin Price Locks & Dam #26
2 Lock and Dam Way Road • (618) 462-6979
F-D
7 days
National Great Rivers Museum
2 Lock and Dam Way • (618) 462-6979
F-D
7 days
Cheney Mansion & Complex
601 N. State Street • (618) 498-3514
$
By Appt.
Piasa Bird
Route 100 • (800) 258-6645
F
7 days
Fulkerson Mansion & Farm Museum
25007 Highway 67 • (618) 498-5590
$
By Appt.
Robert Wadlow Statue
2810 College Avenue • (800) 258-6645
F
7 days
Jersey County Courthouse
201 W. Pearl Street • (618) 498-5571
F
M-F
Western Military Academy Monument
2009 Seminary Ave. • (800) 258-6645
F
7 days
D
Tu-Su
F-D
By Appt.
F-D
W-Th
F-D
By Appt.
F
Th-Sa
ALTON | 62002
GRAFTON | 62037
F-D
Wed
Lewis & Clark State Historic Site
1 Lewis and Clark Trail • (618) 251-5811
JERSEYVILLE | 62052
KAMPSVILLE | 62053
OTTERVILLE | 62052
Hamilton Primary School
107 E. Main Street • (618) 447-4935
BRUSSELS | 62047
F
7 days
Principia College
1 Maybeck Place • (618) 374-2131
F
During
daylight
Village of Elsah Museum
26 LaSalle Street • (618) 374-2626
F-D
Seasonal
Brussels Historic Village Jail
131 E. Main Street • (618) 883-2752
ELSAH | 62028
COST:
Lewis & Clark Confluence Tower
435 Confluence Tower Drive • (618) 251-9101
Center for American Archeology
100 Broadway Street • (618) 653-4316
BETHALTO | 62010
Bethalto Historical Museum
124 W. Main Street • (618) 377-6514
HARTFORD | 62048
F = FREE
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ROXANA | 62084
Wood River Refinery History Museum
900 S. Central Avenue • (618) 255-3718
WOOD RIVER | 62095
Wood River Camp Dubois
Route 143 & Route 3 • (618) 254-1993
Wood River Museum & Visitors Center
40 W. Ferguson Avenue • (618) 254-1993
F-D = FREE-DONATION
PublciLibrary
• $ = UNDER $7
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
618-462-0677 | www.haynerlibrary.org
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E X P L O R E G R E AT
LODGING
Too much to do in one day? No worries. Find room at the inns throughout the Meeting of the
Great Rivers. Stay at a bluff top bed & breakfast and wake up to a stunning sunrise over the
Mississippi. Or catch some zzzz’s at one of Alton’s premier lodging properties. Rejuvenate your
soul at one of the many guest houses which offer tranquil river views. You’ll find the perfect
place to rest throughout the Meeting of the Great Rivers.
LODGING DIRECTORY
B&BS, GUEST HOUSES,
& CABINS
ALTON | 62002
Alton Cracker Factory - Great Rivers Lodging
205 E. Broadway • (618) 381-8433
BEALL Mansion (B&B)
407 E. 12th St. • (618) 474-9100
George Street Suites
1106 - 1110 George St. • (618) 433-9403
Jackson House (B&B)
1821 Seminary Street • (618) 462-1426
Riverview Suites
206 Market Street • (618) 465-3735
Tiffany Inn (B&B)
BRUSSELS | 62013
Red Door Inn
145 Main St. • (618) 576-9865
ELSAH | 62028
Green Tree Inn Bed & Breakfast (B&B)
15 Mill Street • (618) 374-2821
Maple Leaf Cottage Inn (B&B)
12 Selma Street • (618) 374-1684
GRAFTON | 62037
Aerie’s Lodging & Terrace Conference Center
800 Timber Ridge Dr. • (618) 786-8439
Anchors Inn Guest House
10 S. Vine Street • (618) 420-2017
Cassens Guest Rooms
1446 W. Main Street • (618) 786-3614
Count Me Inn
412 E. Main St. • (618) 795-2409
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End of the Trail Inn
105 E. Main Street • (618) 550-8505
River View Guest House
1116 Main Street • (618) 806-8673
Grafton Homestead Retreat
Croxford Road to the Homestead sign • (618) 786-2420
Riverfront Guest House
711 W. Main Street • (314) 497-4834
Grafton Inn
22 E. Main Street • (618) 786-2222
Rowling Ridge Guest House
14102 N. Springfield St. • (618) 786-3943
Jeni J’s Gifts & Guest Houses
120 - 214 W. Main St. • (618) 786-2737
Tara Point Inn & Cottages (B&B)
1 Tara Point Drive • (618) 786-3555
Lagniappe Place
16260 Otterville Rd. • (618) 570-9387
The Brainerd Cabin
400 Market Street • (618) 946-9130
Lil Red Guest House
600 W. Main Street • (618) 946-3444
The LaMarsh House
25 E. Main Street • (618) 946-9130
Loading Dock Guest House: The Fish Market
311 E. Front Street • (618) 786-3494
The Loft at The Whole Scoop
222 E. Main Street • (618) 946-9130
Loading Dock Guest House: The Riverside
Cottage
311 E. Water Street • (618) 786-3494
The River House
11 Mulberry Street • (618) 786-3542
Loading Dock Guest House: The Stone
Cottage
100 Springfield Street • (618) 786-3494
Loading Dock Guest House:
Tree Tops
313 E. Front St. • (618) 786-3494
Lucy Mae’s Guest House
312 E. Main Street • (816) 249-3279
Pelican Inn
520 W. Main Street • (618) 713-0719
Pere Marquette Lodge & Conference Center
13653 Lodge Blvd. • (618) 786-2331
River Port Guest House
706 W. Main Street • (618) 946-3444
The Shanty Vacation Rental
715 W. Main St. • (618) 406-1522
KAMPSVILLE | 62053
Watkins House at McCully Heritage Project
RR 1 Box 130 (Crawford Creek Road) • (618) 653-4687
MICHAEL | 62065
White Tales Lodge
Michael Hollow Road • (618) 576-8253
MOZIER | 62070
Baytown Guest House
Route 96 • (618) 232-1223
NEBO | 62355
Harpole’s Heartland Lodge/Heavenly
View Cabin
RR 1 Box 39 • (800) 717-4868
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
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LODGING DIRECTORY
HOTELS & MOTELS
GODFREY | 62035
HARDIN | 62047
ALTON | 62002
Redwood Motel
5609 Godfrey Road • (618) 466-3715
Hardin Hotel
208 N. County Road • (618) 576-9003
GOLDEN EAGLE | 62036
JERSEYVILLE | 62052
Kinder’s No Wake Inn
RR 1 Box 50 • (618) 883-2586
Jerseyville Harvest Inn
730 S. State Street • (618) 498-6886
GRAFTON | 62037
Super 8
1303 State Hwy. 109 • (618) 498-7888
Atrium Hotel and Conference Center
3800 Homer M. Adams Pkwy. • (618) 462-1220
Best Western Plus Parkway Hotel
1900 Homer M. Adams Parkway • (618) 433-9900
Comfort Inn
11 Crossroads Court • (618) 465-9999
Super 8
1800 Homer M. Adams Pkwy. • (618) 465-8885
Aerie’s Lodging & Terrace Conference Center
800 Timber Ridge Dr. • (618) 786-8439
Pere Marquette Lodge & Conference Center
13653 Lodge Blvd. • (618) 786-2331
Ruebel Hotel & Restaurant
217 E. Main St. • (618) 786-2315
Lucy Mae’s
Guest House
Victorian Charm
near the banks
of the Mississippi.
Adorable two unit
guest house for
up to six adults.
Reservations: (816) 249-3279
lucymaes.com
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THE RIVERBEND AREA’S HEALTHCARE
leader.
ALTON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL.
Ranked #1 in IL
and #3 in US for
THE RIVERBEND AREA’S HEALTHCARE
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• Most Sophisticated Imaging Technology in the Metro East
New Medical Office Building on campus
• Area’s #1 Emergency Room and only Hospital Ambulance Service
Excellence in Cancer Care, Heart and Vascular
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Winery Package
Raging Rivers Package
Pizza Package
Be Our Guest!
618.462.1220
atriumhotel.net
3800 Homer Adams Pkwy, Alton, IL
Bird Watcher’s Value
Package
Centrally Located
Indoor Pool & Whirlpool
Full Service Restaurant & Lounge
Fall Colors Package
St. Louis Value
Package
Stay in Alton!
Comfort Inn
11 Crossroads Ct.
(618) 465-9999
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Super 8
1800 Homer
Adams Parkway
(618) 465- 8885
Best Western Plus
1900 Homer
Adams Parkway
(618) 433-9900
nal Register of Historic Places
Natio
Escape to Elsah
Est. 1853
www.elsah.org
Located off of the
Great River Road
between Alton and Grafton
The perfect destination for
weddings and receptions,
family reunions,
a romantic getaway,
‘Girls Weekend’,
a baby shower,
or simply a retreat to find
some elusive peace
and quiet.
Maple Leaf Cottage Inn
THE GREEN TREE
INN
Bed & Breakfast
15 Mill Street
Historic Elsah, IL 62028
618-374-2821
Take a step back in time
Groceries, old time candies,
vintage sodas, jams and jellies,
nostalgic toys and games,
greeting cards, unique gifts, and
the “best of St. Louis”
“This place
is a shining
example of
everything
that is special
about a B&B.”
-Trip Advisor
review
Contact us for Special Packages and
Availability ...
Visit us Online:
www.GreenTreeInnElsah.com
Exceptional Southern Hospitality
Free Bike Rentals
Fire pit w/seating for 10+
“Perfect”
“Wonderful, Wonderful, Wonderful”
Located in the heart of historic Elsah
22 LaSalle Street
www.elsahgeneralstore.com
Wednesday - Saturday 10 - 7; Sunday 12 - 5
-TripAdvisor reviews
12 Selma St - Historic Elsah, IL
www.MapleLeafCottageInn.com
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W EDDINGS
You’ve waited for the proposal and spent countless nights dreaming about your wedding day.
Now it’s time to start making those dreams come true! Find the perfect location for your bridal
shower, rehearsal dinner, wedding ceremony and reception at Weddings.VisitAlton.com and
create what you’ve always envisioned as the most memorable day of your life!
W ED D IN G V EN U E S
Beall Mansion
Benjamin Godfrey Memorial Chapel at LCCC
Farley Music Hall
Gordon Moore Park/Nan Elliott Rose Garden
Grafton Winery & Brewhaus
Grafton Winery The Vineyards
Hakuna Matata Riverboat
Lewis & Clark Confluence Tower
Liberty Bank Alton Amphitheater
Pere Marquette Lodge and State Park
Riverview Park
Terrace Conference Center at Aerie’s
The Loading Dock
Wood River Historic Chapel
Find more unique venues, caterers, photographers, florists and transportation at
Weddings.VisitAlton.com
ALTO N
Antique District | Winter Eagle
Watching | World-Class Museums
Lively Entertainment
VisitAlton.com | (800) 258-6645
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July 23-24
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Aug. 27-28
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Alton • Godfrey • Bethalto
Upscale loft lodging in historic
Downtown Alton
Penthouse, 2BR/2BA, and studio units
Unobstructed riverfront views and walk-out deck from each unit
Nightly, weekly, & monthly rates
Riverfront luxury within walking distance of:
•Fine & casual dining
•Micro-brewery
“Best Bank in the Riverbend.“
“As voted by area residents.”
“Proud to be part of the community.”
•Riverfront Amphitheater
•Live entertainment venues
•Antique & art districts
wifi • cable TV • full kitchens
granite counters • quality fixtures • king & queen beds
BankLiberty.com • (618) 462-7000
618.917.4466
AltonCrackerFactory.com
205 E. Broadway Alton, IL 62002
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EXPLORE
SPIR ITS on t he SIDE
Nothing beats pairing a great meal with an award-winning wine or craft microbrew. Napa
Valley meets the Mississippi River Valley in the Meeting of the Great Rivers! Enjoy fine wines
made with luscious fruits grown right along the river bluffs. Raise a glass and sip your wine
nice and slow at one of the many wineries in Grafton offering scenic river views. Feeling
hoppy? Let the great rivers lead you to a sampling of microbreweries concocting their own
blends and crafting beers on-site. Grab a growler as a souvenir of your tasting adventure.
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W IN ERIE S
AERIES RIVERVIEW WINERY
600 Timber Ridge Dr., Grafton
(618) 786-7477
FLOATING WINERY AT GRAFTON
HARBOR
(618) 786-7678
GRAFTON ICE HOUSE WINERY
120-214 W. Main St., Grafton
(618) 786-2737
GRAFTON WINERY & BREWHAUS
(618) 786-3001
GRAFTON WINERY
THE VINEYARDS
21028 Eckert Orchard Road, Grafton
(618) 786-3004
MARY MICHELLE WINERY
13653 Lodge Blvd., Grafton
(618) 786-2331
PIASA WINERY & PUB
(618) 786-9463
OSF SAINT ANTHONY’S
EMERGENCY TREATMENT
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Immediate-response standards...
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Because when seconds matter...it matters who you trust.
Learn more at SecondsMatter.sahc.org
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B RE W ERIE S
4202 MAIN STREET
BREWING COMPANY
180 E. Center Dr., Alton
(618) 465-7260
OLD BAKERY
BEER COMPANY
400 Landmarks Blvd., Alton
(618) 463-1470
GRAFTON WINERY
& BREWHAUS
(618) 786-3001
Coming Summer 2016
The evolution of campus gardens
from Monticello to present day!
Take a stroll back to the beginnings of Monticello
College through the trees that have witnessed the
beginning of campus, and the historic buildings
that have been used to educate for more than
100 years. Be captivated by the spirit of
Lewis and Clark today and take part in the active
stewardship, advocacy and community-building
that is propelling the campus into a bright future.
The Monticello Sculpture Garden’s 2016 Garden
Show celebrates the college’s evolution in
two thematic garden zones – past and present.
For more information visit
www.lc.edu/gardens.
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ORCH A R DS
Weekly Farmers’ Markets offer a variety of produce and artisan goods for one-stop shopping.
APPLES
PUMPKINS
SQUASH
GOURDS
PLUMS
PEACHES
STRAWBERRIES
VEGETABLES
ORCHARDS & MARKETS
PICK YOUR OWN
WOOD RIVER FARMERS MARKET
Every Thursday, July – September
Madison Ave., Wood River | (618) 251-3130
BLACKBERRIES
FARMERS & ARTISANS MARKET
ON STATE STREET
Every Tuesday, June – October
105 N. Library St., Jerseyville | (618) 639-5222
BLUEBERRIES
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. Pick up a map 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.
RASPBERRIES
TH E M A RKE T S
FARMERS & ARTISANS MARKET
Every Wednesday and Saturday, June – October
9th St. and Piasa St., Downtown Alton | (618) 463-1016
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Hagen Family Orchard
Brussels Ferry Road • (618) 883-2385
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Brussels Ferry Road • (618) 883-2265
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HC82, Box 113 Brussels Ferry Road • (618) 407-2383
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FIELDON | 62031
Joe Ringhausen Orchards & Market
24748 Reddish Road • (618) 376-6772
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Krueger’s Orchard
2914 Airport Road • (618) 466-3576
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6304 Humbert Road
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RR 1 Box 59 • (618) 954-9654
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RR 1 Box 114 • (618) 883-2410
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Eckert’s Country Store & Farms
20995 Eckert Orchard Road • (618) 786-3445
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126 E. Main Street
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Ringhausen Apple House
Route 67 • (618) 498-6951
KAMPSVILLE | 62053
Dean’s Market
Route 100 • (618) 653-4563
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EXPLORE
DELICIOUS DISHES
Pull up a chair at our table for a feast of flavors. Explore 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. Hit the road for a dining
adventure in the Meeting of the Great Rivers region. Tantalize your taste buds with delectable
dining options in each of our unique river communities.
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DINING DIRECTORY
RESTAURANTS
ALTON | 62002
300 State
300 State St. • (618) 463-5555
Alton Sports Tap
3812 College Ave. • (618) 465-2539
Applebee’s
319 Homer Adams Parkway • (618) 462-6575
Bluff City Grill
102 W. 9th St. • (618) 433-8288
Bossanova Restaurant & Lounge
112 W. 3rd St. • (618) 462-1175
Captain’s Table Buffet - Argosy Casino
#1 Piasa St. • (800) 711-GAME
Castelli’s Restaurant at 255
3400 Fosterburg Road • (618) 462-4620
Chez Marilyn
119 W. Third St. • (618) 465-8071
China Gate Express
248 Alton Square Mall Drive
China King
Chinese Buffet
Chong Chop Suey
1101 E. 7th St. • (618) 465-2860
Chubby’s Bar & Grill
1022 E. Broadway • (618) 462-8005
Don & Penny’s
306 State St. • (618) 465-9823
Elijah P.’s Burgers and Brews
401 Piasa St. • (618) 433-8445
Fast Eddie’s Bon Air
1530 E. 4th St. • (618) 462-5532
Fast Eddie’s Fried Chicken
701 Central Ave. • (618) 465-3876
Franco’s Restaurant at Atrium Hotel
G-B Grill
1858 E. Broadway • (618) 465-9896
Gentelin’s on Broadway
122 E. Broadway • (618) 465-6080
Golden Corral
Historic Midtown Restaurant
1026 E. 7th St. • (618) 433-1691
Hong Kong House
1720 Washington Ave. • (618) 465-8638
International House of Pancakes
Jimmy the Greek’s
1856 E. Broadway • (618) 462-6600
Journey - Argosy Casino Alton
#1 Piasa St. • (800) 711-GAME
Old Fill-Inn Station
208 Main St. • (618) 396-0466
La Mia Cucina
2510 B State St. • (618) 466-6449
BETHALTO | 62010
Lovett’s Restaurant
2512 College Ave. • (618) 581-0997
Mac’s Time-Out Lounge/Off Track Betting
315 Belle St. • (618) 465-1006
Main Street Brewing Company
180 E. Center Dr. • (618) 465-7260
Morrison’s Irish Pub
200 State St. • (618) 433-8900
My Just Desserts
31 E. Broadway • (618) 462-5881
New D.J.’s Bar & Grill
2526 College Ave. • (618) 465-0362
Old Bakery Beer Company
400 Landmarks Blvd. • (618) 463-1470
Olga’s Kitchen
206 Alton Square Mall Drive • (618) 462-0642
Princivalli’s Cafe
602 E. 3rd St. • (618) 465-3255
DQ Grill & Chill Restaurant
444 W. Bethalto Drive • (618) 377-2253
Eagle’s Nest Restaurant
117 E. Bethalto Drive • (618) 377-0697
El Mezcal
705 Texas Bldv. • (618) 377-8902
Geno’s 140 Club
120 W. Bethalto Blvd. Hwy 140 • (618) 377-9394
Laux Brickhouse Grille
212 S. Prairie St. • (618) 377-4800
New China Buffet
133 E. Bethalto Drive • (618) 377-3333
Roma’s Pizza
121 E. Bethalto Drive • (618) 377-5800
BRIGHTON | 62012
Reeta Marie’s Country Store
402 S. Maple St. • (618) 372-0120
BRUSSELS | 62013
Ragin Cajun Piano Bar
210 W. Third St. • (618) 433-9119
AJ’s Bar & Grill
124 W. Main St. • (618) 883-2233
Red Lobster
Wittmond’s Restaurant
108 Main St. • (618) 883-2345
Rib City
201 E. Center Drive • (618) 462-4600
COTTAGE HILLS | 62018
Riverbend Billiards & Grill
909 E. Broadway • (618) 462-4435
Riviera Maya
2704 Corner Court • (618) 465-5000
S & S Sandwich
2505 State St. • (618) 570-0115
Doc Holliday’s Saloon & Eatery
308 W. MacArthur • (618) 258-7575
Frank’s
132 MacArthur Blvd. • (618) 258-8440
The Pork Barrel
435 W. MacArthur • (618) 258-7650
School House Grill at Senior Services Plus
2603 N. Rodgers • (618) 465-3298
Twin Cities Restaurant
15 S. Stanley Road • (618) 258-8730
Spectators Bar & Grill
3003 Washington Avenue • (618) 465-2695
DOW | 62022
St. Louis Bread Company
1837 B Homer Adams Parkway • (618) 474-0100
State Street Market
208 State St. • (618) 462-8800
SteveBob’s BBQ & Catering
4445 N. Alby St. • (618) 363-9375
Do Drop Inn
15281 State Highway 109 • (618) 885-5931
EAST ALTON | 62024
Airliner Bar & Grill
573 E. Airline Drive • (618) 259-9781
Tony’s Prohibition Lounge & Third Street Cafe
104 W. 3rd St. • (618) 462-8384
Casa Romero Mexican Restaurant &
Cantina
521 E. Airline Drive • (618) 258-8204
Tony’s Restaurant
312 Piasa St. • (618) 462-8384
China Star
624 Berkshire Blvd. • (618) 259-9888
Town Club of Alton, Inc.
2400 E. Broadway • (618) 462-5431
High Flyers Grille
16 Terminal Drive • (618) 251-8500
Village Inn Pancake House
2611 College Ave. • (618) 462-8750
Magnum’s Bar & Grill
407 E. Main St. • (618) 259-3794
Woodstock Lounge
638 E. Broadway • (618) 465-9618
GODFREY | 62035
Joe K’s Family Restaurant
2530 State St. • (618) 466-9796
BATCHTOWN | 62006
Alton Wood River Sportsmens Club
3109 Godfrey Road • (618) 466-3042
Johnson’s Corner Restaurant
2000 State St. • (618) 465-5640
Cedar Hill Resort
Route 1 Box 89 • (618) 883-4455
Carver’s Southern-Style BBQ
2716 Grovelin St. • (618) 467-9999
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China Wok
2702 Godfrey Road • (618) 466-8050
Clifton Country Inn & Bake Shop
3015 W. Delmar Ave. • (618) 466-1020
El Mezcal
3034 Godfrey Road • (618) 466-1604
Godfrey Meat Market
6017 Godfrey Road • (618) 466-6111
Josephine’s Ltd. Gift Shop & Tea Room
6109 Godfrey Road • (618) 466-7792
HARDIN | 62047
Barefoot Restaurant
RR 2 Box 118 • (618) 576-9012
Hardin Drive-In
207 N. Park St. • (618) 576-9311
Straight Home Bar & Grill
Route 100 North • (618) 576-2766
HARTFORD | 62048
RJ’s Place
418 N. Delmar Ave. • (618) 254-4639
Donzo’s Bar & Grill
8 E. Ferguson Ave. • (618) 254-6615
Fiona’s Family Restaurant
595 E. Edwardsville Road • (618) 259-2410
Franchise Sports Bar & Grill
Hing Wah Chop Suey
860 N. Wood River Ave. • (618) 251-5012
International House of Pancakes
JERSEYVILLE | 62052
Kumar’s Kafe
53 E. Ferguson Ave. • (618) 251-4772
Pizza World
5775 Godfrey Road • (618) 466-6789
Canton Restaurant
925 S. State St. • (618) 498-6661
Los Alamos Bar & Grill
57 W. Edwardsville Road • (618) 216-3444
Roper’s Regal Beagle
3043 Godfrey Road • (618) 466-2112
Ciudad Del Sol
208 South State St. • (618) 639-7657
Los Tres Amigos
1822 Vaughn Road • (618) 259-9730
Round Table
5407B Godfrey Road • (618) 466-6618
Dino’s Family Dining
518 South State St. • (618) 498-4011
Mama Mia’s Italian Restaurant
48 W. Edwardsville Rd. • (618) 251-6262
Shanghai Chinese Food
5741 Godfrey Road • (618) 467-0121
Fran & Marilyn’s
113 S. State St. • (618) 498-4912
Sunset Bar & Grill
2807 W. Delmar Ave. • (618) 467-8232
Los Tres Amigos
929 S. State St. • (618) 639-8226
Sixth Street Diner
300 N. 6th St. • (618) 251-9715
Tony’s Ranch House Restaurant & Bar
3330 Godfrey Road • (618) 466-9734
Mike’s Pizza & Pasta
208 S. Lafayette St. • (618) 498-3298
Sukey’s Chinese Restaurant
Mulligan’s West
818 W. Carpenter St. • (618) 639-4653
ALTON | 62002
Kinder’s Restaurant
50 Golden Eagle Ferry Road • (618) 883-2586
Pump House Bar & Grill
1523 E. Edwardsville Rd. • (618) 216-2404
BAKERIES
Nick’s Pancake House
891 S. State St. • (618) 498-1122
Chocolate Air
2835 Homer Adams Pkwy • (618) 593-6649
QQ Buffet
1404 Windy Lane, Suite A • (618) 639-8838
Cookie Factory Bakery
Redbird Deli & Ice Cream Parlor
109 S. State St. • (618) 639-0952
Duke Bakery
819 Henry St. • (618) 462-2922
State Street Bar and Grill
118 S. State St. • (618) 639-3663
LuciAnna’s Pastries
212 State St. • (618) 433-9395
The Diner Bar & Grill
111 S. Dorothy St. • (618) 639-1106
My Just Desserts
31 E. Broadway • (618) 462-5881
White Spot
403 N. State St. • (618) 498-9081
Spoon Baking Company
4 E. Broadway • (618) 374-6098
KAMPSVILLE | 62053
BETHALTO | 62010
Kampsville Inn Restaurant & Bar
2nd Street & Joliet Street • (618) 653-4413
300 W. Main St. • (618) 786-3001
Donut Express
113 E. Bethalto Drive • (618) 377-5700
ROXANA | 62084
EAST ALTON | 62035
Hawg Pit BBQ Barn
821 W. Main St. • (618) 786-7675
Dee-Lux Diner
700 S. Central Ave. • (618) 254-7115
First Stop Bake Shop
611 E. Airline Dr. • (618) 251-8024
WOOD RIVER | 62095
Glazy Squares
14 W. Airline Drive • (618) 259-2920
Point Pleasant
RR 1 Box 10A • (618) 883-2600
GRAFTON | 62037
3rd Chute Bar & Grill
1505 W. Main St. • (618) 786-8888
Aerie’s Riverview Winery
600 Timber Ridge Dr. • (618) 786-7477
Crazy Beaver Pizza Lodge
220 W. Main St. • (618) 786-3955
Fin Inn
1500 W. Main St. • (618) 786-2030
Grafton Oyster Bar
215 Water St.
Mary Michelle Winery
13653 Lodge Blvd. • (618) 786-2331
Peace of Quiche
111 E. Main St. • (618) 786-2233
143 Corner Cafe
29 S. 6th St.
GODFREY | 62035
Applebee’s
1921 Vaughn Road • (618) 258-1051
Clifton Country Inn & Bake Shop
3015 W. Delmar Ave. • (618) 466-1020
Best Buffet Inc.
615 Wesley Drive • (618) 258-1888
Mister Donut
2720 Grovelin St. • (618) 466-6327
Piasa Winery & Pub
225 W. Main St. • (618) 786-9463
Brazz Monkee
305 E. Edwardsville • (618) 255-9019
WOOD RIVER | 62095
Ruebel Hotel & Restaurant
217 E. Main St. • (618) 786-2315
Chico’s Bar & Grill
575 S. 6th St. • (618) 254-1310
The Loading Dock
400 Front St. • (618) 786-3494
China King
1134 Vaughn Road • (618) 259-8886
Pere Marquette Lodge & Conference
Center
13653 Lodge Blvd. • (618) 786-2331
Good Knight Cupcakes and Cookies
1490B E. Edwardsville Rd. • (618) 255-9078
Sweet Sisters Cakes & Confections
300 N. Wood River Ave. • (618) 251-9050
Wood River Donut Shop
102 W. Edwardsville Road • (618) 251-5331
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Home of the famous pork
tenderloin sandwich!
Reeta Marie’s
2000 State St. Alton, IL 62002
(618) 465-5640
Country Store
Tea Room Gift Shop Bakery
Enjoy our unique atmosphere and rustic charm
featuring delicious daily lunch specials, a large
variety of fresh baked goods and handmade crafts.
Book our private party room for you and 55 guests.
With its cathedral ceilings, wooden floors, and
chandeliers it is the perfect setting for all of your
dinners, meetings, and gatherings. Choose from one
of our party plans or create your own.
402 S. Maple Street Brighton 372.0120
It’s not just Ice Cream,it’s
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208 State St. Alton, IL
618.462.8800
Market fresh salads, homemade soups, paninis and
sandwiches.
Pair your meal with Mimosas, Craft Beer and Wine.
thewholescoopil.com
OPEN DAILY MARCH - OCTOBER
WEEKENDS MID-JANUARY - FEBRUARY
618.786.2663
22 East Main
Grafton,IL
Reservations call
Now open for brunch on Saturdays!
618.946.9130
Dine-in
Carry-Out
Fin Inn
A q u A r i u m r e s tA u r A n t
Real Pit BBQ
Open Mon-Sat: 11-7:30 | 467-9999
Off Homer Adams Pkwy (Rt 3) in Godfrey
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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
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Homemade Turtle
618.786.2030
1500 West Main Street l Grafton IL 62037 l fininn.com
COFFEE & ICE CREAM
GODFREY | 62035
JERSEYVILLE | 62052
ALTON | 62002
Shiver’s Frozen Custard
3318 Godfrey Road • (618) 466-6915
McCarry’s Dairyland
400 W. Carpenter St. #B • (618) 498-6113
Coffee Cabana
6133 Humbert Road • (618) 466-1187
Redbird Deli & Ice Cream Parlor
109 S. State St. • (618) 639-0952
GRAFTON | 62037
ROXANA | 62084
Lucy’s Place
Grafton Fudge & Ice Cream
321 E. Main St. • (618) 786-3700
Cone Barn
323 N. Central Ave.
Maeva’s Coffee
1320 Milton Road • (618) 581-7510
Ruebel Deli & Ice Cream Parlor
217 E. Main St. • (618) 786-2315
WOOD RIVER | 62095
BETHALTO | 62010
The Whole Scoop
222 E. Main Street • (618) 786-2663
Chill Out Frozen Creations
Ketchum’s Corner Kreem
33 E. Elm St. • (618) 946-8309
Frigid Frog Shaved Ice Co.
Airport Plaza
Weather Vane Ice Cream
103 W. Bethalto Drive • (618) 377-8412
Lucy’s Place
1808 Vaughn Road • (618) 258-7299
Aerie’s Grounds & Gifts
800 Timber Ridge Dr. • (618) 786-8438
BARS
ALTON: Big Muddy Pub, Bubby & Sissy’s, Catdaddy’s, Cellar Room, D & T Wedge,
Danny’s Lounge, Firehouse Tavern, Greg’s Place, Kopp’s Korner, Norb’s Tavern,
Shakers, Spirits Lounge at the Temple, Ten-Pin Lounge, Wayne Allen’s Saloon
QUICK BITES
ALTON: Burger King, Captain D’s Seafood, Fazoli’s Restaurant, Firehouse Subs, Jack
In The Box, Jimmy John’s, Kentucky Fried Chicken, Little Caesars Pizza, McDonald’s,
Papa John’s Pizza, Pizza Hut, Popeye’s Fried Chicken, Rally’s, Steak ‘N Shake, Subway,
Wendy’s, White Castle
BETHALTO: Arby’s, Burger King, Domino’s Pizza, Kentucky Fried Chicken,
Imo’s, McDonald’s, Pizza Hut, Rally’s, Subway, Taco Bell
EAST ALTON: Domino’s Pizza, McDonald’s, Subway, Taco Bell, The Salad Shop
GODFREY: Arby’s, Domino’s Pizza, DQ Grill & Chill, Hardee’s, Imo’s, Little
Caesars Pizza, McDonald’s, Pizza Hut, Subway
HARDIN: Subway
JERSEYVILLE: Arby’s, Burger King, Domino’s Pizza, DQ Grill & Chill, Hardee’s,
McDonald’s, Pizza Hut, Subway, Taco Bell
WOOD RIVER: Charlie’s Drive-In, Dairy Queen, Hardee’s, Jack In The Box,
Jimmy John’s, Little Caesars Pizza, Long John Silver’s, McDonald’s, Papa John’s
Pizza, Pizza Hut, Steak ‘N Shake, Subway, Taco Bell, Wendy’s
Fresh daily
Stop by and taste of 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.
My Just Desserts
Soups, Salads, Sandwiches,
Homemade Pies!
Open 7 days a week 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
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
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Make a detour for one of these diners or drive-ins serving up all-American favorites like
cheeseburgers, homemade root beer, crispy fried chicken and more. The food speaks for itself.
BIG WIENERS DRIVE-IN
Drive-in to Big Wieners in Alton for some of your favorite
carnival food fare - old-fashioned Coney wieners, fully loaded
Coney dogs, turkey legs, deep fried pickles and more.
101 9th St., Alton | (618) 433-1415
KING LOUIE’S DRIVE-IN
Since the 1950s, guests have pulled into King Louie’s in Wood
River for classic carhop service. Order up the original King Louie
burger, famous potato planks and homemade root beer.
315 S. 6th St., Wood River | (618) 254-1114
MINI CORRAL
This classic Alton dive has great burgers – from the mini sliders
to the half pounders, and the homemade root beer and red
cream soda are a blast from the past.
1500 Main St., Alton | (618) 462-0400
WOODY’S DRIVE-IN
Since 1959, Woody’s drive-in in Alton has been serving the same
crispy batter dipped fried chicken and fries in a box.
110 Homer Adams Parkway, Alton | (618) 466-7840
HOT FISH
It doesn’t get much more local than the hot fish sandwich in
Grafton. Sit at a picnic table along the Mississippi River and
order up a “hot fish” sandwich – buffalo or catfish - with
homemade coleslaw on the side.
BEASLEY FISH STAND
1512 W. Main St. | (618) 786-3697
O’JAN’S FISH STAND
101 W. Main St. | (618) 786-2229
THE FIRST AND ONLY FAMILY- OWNED/OPERATED RESTAURANT
SERVING THE AREA FOR OVER 75 YEARS!
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Full Bar & Wine List
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SHOPS
Stroll the streets of our villages and towns as you shop for that inspiring Made in Illinois gift or
treasure. Alton has a distinct Antique District with dozens of shops specializing in everything from
Depression glass and vintage toys to early American furniture and fixtures. Treasure hunters have
endless opportunities for scooping up that rare, one-of-a-kind find at shops in Godfrey, Wood River,
Bethalto, Jerseyville and Grafton. Be sure to take home unique gifts and mementos of your stay.
SHOPPING DIRECTORY
ANTIQUES
GODFREY | 62035
ALTON | 62002
Craft & Antique Mall #2
5707 Godfrey Road • (618) 466-9997
Alton Antique Center
401 E. Broadway, Lower Level • (618) 463-0888
Alton Exchange Mall
2990 E. Homer M. Adams Parkway • (618) 463-1273
Aunt Sha’s Cottage Furniture
307 E. Broadway • (618) 420-1882
GRAFTON | 62037
Corky’s Emporium
4754 Humbert Road • (618) 623-5650
Country Meadows
Harrison’s Gifts
224 E. Main Street • (618) 786-3370
Dora’s Spinning Wheel
96 Northport Drive • (618) 466-1900
Treasures Past & Present Resale Shop
1504 W. Main Street • (618) 786-3797
George Street Antique Mall
108 George Street • (618) 396-2231
JERSEYVILLE | 62052
J & P’s Edelweiss
Mineral Springs Mall
301 E. Broadway • (618) 465-3200
Prairie Peddler Antiques
State Street Antiques & Jim’s Attic
115 N. State Street • (618) 498-1440
SPECIALTY SHOPS
Grapevine
10 E. Broadway • (618) 462-6502
Hazel2Blue, inc.
2521 State St. • (618) 433-8300
JMC Design Gallery Co-op
726 Belle Street • (618) 463-0566
Mississippi Mud Pottery
Mosaic’s Fine Fashions
110 W. 3rd Street • (618) 463-7005
New Frontiers Home Furnishings
101 W. 3rd Street • (618) 465-8868
Olive Oil Marketplace
108 W. 3rd Street • (618) 304-3769
Piasa Photo
215 Piasa Street • (618) 462-3337
Picture This & More
520A W. Delmar Avenue • (618) 466-0940
ALTON | 62002
Real Deals on Home Decor
237 East Delmar • (618) 433-9960
1904 General Store
322 E. Broadway • (618) 433-8195
Second Reading Book Shop
Alton Stained Glass
Slacker’s CD’s & Games
Steve’s Lighting & Antiques
Baxters Distributing Company, Inc.
912 E. Broadway • (618) 465-9347
Tinner’s Anvil
211 Langdon Street • (618) 433-1718
Something Different
Biker Brother Leather Co
Upstairs Antiques
323 E. Broadway Street
By Design
136 Front Street • (618) 433-1400
Tangled Tinsel Christmas Tree Farm &
Gift Shoppe
5 Christmas Tree Lane • (618) 465-7036
Wild Hare Emporium
2 W. Broadway St. • (618) 465-3735
Caravan Resale Shop
114 Broadway • (618) 462-6434
Wilson’s Antiques
Chocolate Air
2835 Homer Adams Pkwy • (618) 593-6649
BETHALTO | 62010
Christian Science Reading Room
Craft & Antique Mall
60 Airport Plaza • (618) 377-9307
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Reflections Antiques
8502 Montclaire Avenue • (618) 466-2012
Golden Eagle Antiques
300 E. Main Street • (618) 786-3333
J & K Trash to Treasures
321 E. Broadway Stree • (618) 558-1834
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My Antique Store
1007 W. Delmar Ave. • (618) 466-1616
Frew’s Bridal
305 Piasa St. • (618) 466-8820
Dance Things & More
Ted’s Motorcycle World
4103 Humbert Road • (618) 462-3030
The Gift Box
300 E. Broadway
Three Charming Chicks
219 Williams St.
White Birch
701 W. Delmar Avenue • (618) 466-9100
Wild Trak Bikes
1001 E. Broadway • (618) 462-2574
WOW Furnishings
513 E. Third Street • (618) 444-7969
BETHALTO | 62010
Bethalto Party World
60 Airport Plaza • (618) 377-4743
Homestead Flea Market
5205 State Rte. 140 • (618) 377-0452
The Wood Artisan
22 E. Main • (618) 786-3699
ALTON | 62002
Vintage Vanilla
311 E. Main St. • (618) 786-2017
Walker’s This and That Shop
128 E. Main Street • (618) 709-3804
Wild N Crazzy Biker Apparel
301 E. Main St. • (618) 920-5054
JERSEYVILLE | 62052
Sweet Ashley’s Cottage
130 W. Central • (618) 791-7048
2nd Time Around
905 S. State • (618) 639-7253
EAST ALTON | 62024
Beyond the Backyard Gate
203 N. Jefferson • (618) 498-7800
Community Seed & Feed
300 N. Shamrock Street • (618) 259-8270
Crafty Paradise
410 Grand Ave. • (618) 433-9368
RETAIL STORES
Images of Hollywood
116 S. State Street • (618) 639-8080
Alton Square Mall
Cato Fashions
J.C. Penney’s
150 Homer M. Adams Pkway • (618) 463-9595
K Mart
KOHL’S
Macy’s
Ross Dress for Less
101 Alton Square • (618) 463-1413
ELSAH | 62028
Lula Bells
519 S. State Street • (618) 639-1200
Crocker & Springer Pottery, Ltd.
25337 Beltrees Road • (618) 466-8624
Nature Kist Nutrition Center
110 E. Exchange St. • (618) 498-6060
Elsah General Store
22 La Salle St. • (618) 556-0709
Outrageous Outdoors
902 South State St. • (618) 639-4867
Factory Connection
5735 Godfrey Rd. • (618) 433-8245
GODFREY | 62035
Rosa Linn’s Creations
114 S. State St. • (618) 498-3302
Walmart Super Center
6660 Godfrey Road • (618) 433-3008
Ruby & Ellie’s
117 N. State St. • (618) 498-9099
JERSEYVILLE | 62052
Cleta’s Nutrition
3004 Godfrey Road • (618) 466-1659
Godfrey Meat Market
6017 Godfrey Road • (618) 466-6111
WOOD RIVER | 62095
Josephine’s Ltd. Gift Shop & Tea Room
6109 Godfrey Road • (618) 466-7792
Fabric Plus
22 W. Ferguson Avenue • (618) 251-0083
Shops at Beverly Farm
6133 Humbert Road • (618) 466-1187
JMP Cycle
Memory Lane
34 W. Ferguson Ave. • (618) 251-5886
J.L. Krafts & Flowers
RR 1 Box 234 • (618) 883-2490
Patchwork Plus
62 E. Ferguson Avenue • (618) 251-9788
GRAFTON | 62037
Riverbend Resale
41 E. Ferguson Avenue • (618) 254-1200
Aerie’s Grounds & Gifts
800 Timber Ridge Dr. • (618) 786-8438
Buena Vista Jewelry
800 Timber Ridge Dr. • (618) 581-8586
Target
GODFREY | 62035
Cato Fashions
1404 Windy Lane • (618) 498-4280
1316 S. State Street • (618) 498-7744
WOOD RIVER | 62095
610 Wesley Drive • (618) 259-0290
Tommie’s 6th Street Mini Mall
6 S. 6th Street • (618) 406-3334
Flea Flickers Collectibles
126 E. Main Street
Grafton Fudge & Ice Cream
321 E. Main St. • (618) 786-3700
Grafton Harbor
215 W. Water St. • (618) 786-7678
300 W. Main St. • (618) 786-3001
Iron Decor & More
1406 W. Main St. • (618) 786-2343
Jeni J’s Gifts & Guest Houses
120 - 214 W. Main St. • (618) 786-2737
New to You
315 E. Main Street • (618) 786-2907
No. 15 Main
15 E. Main St. • (618) 593-2103
Pajarito
316 E. Main Street • (618) 786-3490
The Gift Box Riverside
225 E. Main St.
The White Pelican - Art Gallery
127 E. Main • (618) 780-9197
Olive Oil
Marketplace
Kitchen Gourmet Store
Striving to offer the
finest and freshest
selections of Extra
Virgin Olive Oil
and Balsamics in
the world at both
reasonable and
affordable prices.
618.304.3769
108 W. 3rd Street
Alton, IL
OliveOilMarketplace.com
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T R A NSP ORTAT ION
NEARBY
CITIES
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
Branson: 274 miles
Chicago: 286 miles
Indianapolis: 245 miles
Kansas City: 258 miles
Memphis: 307 miles
Milwaukee: 386 miles
Nashville: 325 miles
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 make 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
G E T T I N G A R O U N D TOW N
Check out these listings for rental cars, cabs
and shuttle service once you’re here.
ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR
3000 Washington Ave., Alton | (618) 462-0001
ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR
1200 S. State Rd., Jerseyville | (618) 498-8546
HERTZ RENTAL CARS
263 S. 6th St., Wood River | (618) 251-9587
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
TRAVEL TIP
If you’re driving an electric
car, you can get a
FREE CHARGE at Alton
City Hall (101 E. 3rd St.)
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ALTON REGIONAL CVB
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Chairperson: Ann Badasch
Vice Chair: Cindy Roth
Secretary/Treasurer: Patty Rotermund
Joanna Ahlin, Ben Allen, Karen Baker-Brncic, Michael Barker,
Kim Caughran, Steve Cousley, Leroy Emerick, Dale Hagen,
Sandy Hefner, Linda Jun, Jack Leonard, Mike McCormick,
Dave Miller, Bill Netzhammer, Mike Nikonovich, Allison
Richars, James Ryan
ABOUT 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.
ALTON VISITOR CENTER HOURS
Monday – Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday – Sunday & Holidays: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
60M 12/15
INSTAGRAMMERS!
Check out the fun these Instagrammers
had while visiting the Alton region!
You can share your own experiences by
using #ExploreGreatRivers and
#EnjoyIllinois in your social media posts.
PHOTO CREDITS:
Pete Basola, John Metcalfe, Mark Meyers, Mike Stout,
Jeff Tupper, Michael Weaver & Keith Wedoe
COPYRIGHT ©2016
ALTON REGIONAL CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
CONTACT US
phone: (800) ALTON-IL or (618) 465-6676
email: info@visitalton.com
address: 200 Piasa St. | Alton, IL 62002
COME VISIT US ON THE WEB!
VisitAlton.com
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.
VISITING THE RIVERBEND?
IT’S A GREAT PLACE...
TO FLY
St. Louis Regional Airport (ALN):
• Is close to everything the RiverBend has to offer
• Has no landing or parking fees for airplanes or automobiles
• Offers WestStar Aviation FBO services and easy fueling
• Boasts no lines and no waiting for security or takeoff
• Has Enterprise car leasing on site; please call ahead
• Hosts annual Fly-In and Car Show
Join us for our Firework displays and annual September Fly-in!
Come visit, you might just want to stay. There are great land
and building lease options in our 600-acre business park.
Call ahead to schedule a tour.
East of Alton, Illinois
1.888.562.9950
StLouisRegional.com
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TONY’S RESTAURANT
ESTABLISHED 1954
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) 462-8382 | TonysRestaurant.com
UNLEASH YOUR
INNER FOODIE
ALTON RESTAURANT WEEK
Held every January and July • 20+ Locally Owned Restaurants
Exclusive Restaurant Week Menus • Fixed prices for Lunch & Dinner
FindJOIN
out more
US at AltonRestaurantWeek.com
JANUARY 15 - 24 & JULY 8 - 17, 2016
Find out more at AltonRestaurantWeek.com
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Share your dining experience with us and snap a pic using
#ExploreGreatRivers and #EnjoyIllinois in your social media posts.
Christmas
Wonderland
Christmas Wonderland
RockSpring
Spring Park
Rock
Park
From the day after Thanksgiving through Dec. 28
27
Walk through 1st Monday after Thanksgiving
Monday - Friday: 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. I Saturday - Sunday: 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Suggested donation: Autos: $7, Buses and Trolleys: $1 per person
Carriage Rides Friday - Sunday
1-800-258-6645 I ChristmasWonderlandOfAltonIL.net
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Come Aboard for a “Unique RIver Experience!”
-W
ONE AY
$8
$15
R
OUND TRIP
80 Ton Load Limit | Open All Holidays 8am - 9pm
CALL US TODAY! 618-535-5759
calhounferrycompany.com

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