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180 YEARS ON THE RIVER Imagine if you will a riverfront packed with manufacturing companies, mills, quarries, loading docks and riverboat traffic. In the early 1800s, James Mason purchased the land that is now Grafton, with a vision for riverfront development and trade at a key location between Chicago and St. Louis. Mason began building structures for the first general store and other businesses. In 1836, two years after Mason’s death, the town was surveyed and platted by his widow Sarah and his brother Paris, and was named Grafton, in honor of James Mason’s birthplace in Massachusetts. Grafton’s prime location on the river necessitated a boat construction industry. Frank Rippley first came to Grafton in 1876 and bought an existing stove and tin business. He expanded the business to include a hardware and general merchandise store, an undertaking business, livery stable and cooper shop. Rippley Manufacturing Company built barges, towboats, skiffs and ferries. Most notable in the boating manufacturing industry was Pete Freiman of Grafton. Freiman designed and built the “Frieman Skiff,” which was known to every fishing settlement along the river. The boat manufacturing business was one of the only industries that transitioned into the new century, however, the last manufacturer closed its doors in the early 1970s. Resting under the Mississippi River bluffs, quarrying was also a lucrative industry in Grafton, at one time employing nearly 2,000 German and Irish immigrants. Tons of magnesian limestone was found here, making the quarries one of the richest and most extensive of the town’s resources. Grafton stone was used locally to construct buildings and homes, and it was also transported to St. Louis for use in structures, such as the Old Cathedral and the Eads Bridge. Similar to the rise and fall of industry, the unpredictable nature of the rivers has always been a part of the rhythm of life in Grafton. The community’s first major encounter with the rising waters occurred in 1844. The Flood of 1993 proved to be the most devastating in the town’s history, reaching a record 38.2 feet. The community pulled together, fought the swelling waters of the river, dried itself off and rebuilt the city around them to become the bustling tourist town they are today. The lighthouse found on the riverfront stands as a symbol of the resilience and determination of this historic river town. We hope that you will spend some time with us exploring the history of Grafton. Historic sites are noted on the map with the lighthouse icon. A historic walking tour guide can be picked up at Grafton City Hall and the Grafton Visitor Center. CELEBRATING LIFE ON THE RIVER The Meeting of the Great Rivers National Scenic Byway bends and curves with the river, winding its way to the confluence of the Mississippi and Illinois Rivers in Grafton, Illinois. Experience the hometown flavor and down-to-earth qualities of this real river town as you meander along the Main Street browsing the shops for unique gifts and antiques. Pull up a seat on the decks or patios at one of the many restaurants to indulge in the local flavors. Or, spend the afternoon with a glass of wine in hand at one of the local wineries offering a relaxing river view. Bed & breakfast inns and guest houses scattered throughout the town offer views of the river and a home away from home. With barges just a stone’s throw away on the river, you are guaranteed to gain a new perspective of what living on the river really means. For those who like to flounder with the fish, water recreation is a favorite for visitors to Grafton. On the riverfront, visitors can rent boats and jet skis to hit the water trails along the Mississippi and Illinois rivers. Family water recreation can also be found in the summertime at Raging Rivers Water Park in Grafton. Sail down the bluffs on a waterslide with a full view of the Mississippi River while you play. First class boating facilities can be found at the Grafton Harbor, a full service marina offering both transient slips for short stays and long-term docking. If you are looking for outdoor recreation, the Sam Vadalabene Bike Trail, stretching 25 miles from Alton to Pere Marquette State Park, runs through the heart of downtown with views of the river. Just north of town, Pere Marquette State Park is the largest state park in Illinois, with more than 8,000 acres of land to explore. Hiking trails, fishing docks, horseback riding or the perfect spot for a picnic can be found within the borders of the park. Unique festivals add to the flair of this river town. Plan to be in Grafton each July and celebrate life on the river at the Great Rivers Towboat Festival. Treasure hunters will not want to miss out on the Riverside Flea Markets held in the Historic Boatworks the fourth weekend of the month from March through October. The fall season beckons travelers to enjoy the burst of colors along the byway and take part in the annual Grafton Art Fair and the Grafton Rendezvous. And, as many towns begin to hibernate for the winter, Grafton comes alive with eagle watchers eager to catch a glimpse of the hundreds of American Bald Eagles that migrate through the region from late December through mid-February. Grafton offers visitor delights during every season of the year. For more information on Grafton and surrounding communities, please contact the Alton Regional Convention & Visitors Bureau at 1-800-258-6645 or visit us at www.VisitAlton.com. Welcome to Grafton, Illinois! Visitor Map 2017–2018 DISCLAIMER: The CVB has made every effort to verify the business listings published on this map. Please note that some information may have changed since this publication was published. Check VisitAlton.com for a full listing of businesses located throughout the Grafton region. 6/17 12M The Ruebel Restaurant & Historic Ruebel Hotel 217 E. Main St., Grafton, IL (618) (618) 786-2315 • RuebelHotel.com “Best Small Hotel” – says Chicago Tribune. Great food, great rooms, great service at an affordable price. The only full-service hotel in Grafton. Perfect getaway just minutes away. Maple Leaf Cottage Inn 12 Selma and 38, 40, 42 LaSalle, Elsah, IL (618) 374-1684 Relax in one of six distinctive rooms with private bath and sitting area. Hot breakfast served each morning. Grafton Winery & Brewhaus 300 W. Main St., Grafton, IL (618) (618) 786-3001 TheGraftonWinery.com Open daily serving lunch and dinner with music every Saturday and Sunday. Join us for wine tasting, microbrews, special dinners and shows. Spacious patios and glass enclosed seating available. Green Tree Inn Bed & Breakfast 15 Mill St., Historic Elsah, IL (618) 374-2821 greentreeinnelsah.com The perfect place for a unique weekend getaway, romantic escape, wedding, or family reunion. Contact us for special packages and availability. Raging Rivers WaterPark 100 Palisades Pkwy, Grafton, IL (618) 786-2345 RagingRivers.com Wet and wild good times await the entire family at the area’s premier waterpark! Wave pool, kids water playground, body flumes and more! Open Memorial Day - Labor Day Lucy Mae’s Guest House 312 E. Main St., Grafton, IL (816) 249-3279 LucyMaes.com Victorian elegance in the center of Grafton. 1906 built home – fully restored. Up to six adults in two units. Reservations: (816) 249-3279. Aerie’s Lodging & Terrace Conference Center 800 Timber Ridge Dr., Grafton (618) 786-8439 • aeriesview.com The River House 11 Mulberry St., Grafton, IL (618) 786-3542 www.TheRiverHouseGrafton.com Relax, reflect & unwind in this beautiful private guest house overlooking the river. The house features: two levels, sleeps up to 8 people, two full baths and full modern kitchen. Daily, weekly & monthy rates available. Lagniappe Place 16260 Otterville Rd., Grafton, IL (618) 570-9387 www.lagniappeplace.com Lagniappe means “a little something extra”, which is what guests at Lagniappe (Lan Yap) Place can expect. Located next to Graton Winery-The Vineyards and Eckert’s Orchard, the setting is quiet and peaceful. Three bedrooms with private baths. Rent one room or the entire house. Fin Inn 1500 W. Main St., Grafton IL (618) 786-2030 www.FinInn.com The Fin Inn Restaurant has 8,000 gallons of aquariums for you to enjoy and offers a full menu including steak, chicken, catfish, homemade turtle soup and desserts! 10% off total bill – no expiration The Loading Dock Guest Houses Grafton, IL (618) 786-3494 GraftonLoadingDock.com Stay a Little Longer! Book your stay in one of our unique and comfortable cottages: Riverside Cottage, Tree Tops, The Fish Market and The Stone Cottage. Call for reservations and availability. Tara Point Inn & Cottages 1 Tara Point Dr., Grafton, IL (618) 786-3555 • TaraPoint.com Bed & Breakfast Inn with a view. Choose from three rooms in the Inn or one of eight Cottage Suites. Elsah General Store 22 La Salle St., Grafton, IL Elsah, IL 62028 (618) 556-0709 • ElsahGeneralStore.com This quaint general store offers an array of jams, syrups, bbq sauces, coffees and grocery items as well as greeting cards, unique gifts and antiques. 3rd Chute Bar & Grill 220 W. Main St., Grafton, IL (618) 786-8888 This riverfront bar & grill offers a varied menu of freshly prepared food and drinks. Windows and deck seating overlooks the Illinois river. Grafton Harbor 215 W. Water St., Grafton, IL (618) 786-7678 GraftonHarbor.net 5 Anchor Marina • Tour Boat Rides Boat Rental • Floating Winery and Restaurant Grafton Oyster Bar 215 W. Water St., Grafton, IL (618) 786-3000 • GraftonOysterBar.com Award winning Cajun/Creole & Seafood. Live Music, Outdoor River View Dining The Loading Dock 400 Front St., Grafton, IL (618) 786-3494 www.graftonloadingdock.com Open weekends April & October. Open Daily May – September. Open winter weekends 11 – 5. Riverside Flea Markets held the 4th weekend of the month March – October. Lodging available. Grafton Winery The Vineyards 2108 Eckert Orchard Rd., Grafton, IL (618) 786-3004 TheGraftonWinery.com Settled among orchards and sprawling farmland, the 11,000-square-foot Grafton Winery, aptly named “the Vineyards,” has a new wine production facility, comfortable seating, a bar, a fireplace and a 5,000-square-foot pavilion with a view of the new vines Pere Marquette Lodge & Conference Center 13653 Lodge Blvd., Grafton, IL (618) 786-2331 • PMLodge.net A must see tourist and local attraction! This extraordinary, depression-era Lodge has 72 hotel rooms, an indoor pool, free wifi, a Restaurant, a Winery and over 8000 acres of pristine park land ready for exploration. Peace of Quiche 111 E. Main, Grafton, IL (618) 786-café PeaceOfQuiche.com Serving breakfast & lunch Saturday – Sunday 8-2 pm Fair Trade & Charitable Gift Shop 8-4 pm A café with a cause – where every purchase has a purpose Grafton Fudge and Ice Cream 321 E. Main St., Grafton, IL (618) 786-3700 Celebrating Our 30 Year Anniversary! Now Serving Specialty Coffee, Iced Lattes, Iced Mocha Alton Regional Convention & Visitors Bureau 200 Piasa St., Alton, IL 62002 PHONE: (800) 258-6645 • (618) 465-6676 VisitAlton.com The Grafton Visitors Center 950 E. Main St., Grafton, IL 62037 PHONE: (618) 786-7000 EnjoyGrafton.com Knotty By Nature 15 E. Main, Grafton, IL (618) 556-7020 KnottyByNatureHardwood.com Specialty Wood Cuts & Locally Crafted Wood Products Handcrafted by Local Vets and Cancer Survivors Beasley Fish Stand 1512 W. Main, Grafton, IL (618) 786-3697 sites.google.com/site/beasleyfish/home Jim & Deborah Beasley – Owners Open Tues–Sat Cash Only – Bring A Cooler The Cottage at Dagget Hollow 15 Dagget Hollow Rd., Grafton, IL (618) 570-9387 • www.DaggetHollow.com The Cottage at Dagget Hollow is located in Grafton and offers a great river view. This guesthouse offers a 1 or a 2 bedroom suite. Both the Cottage at Dagget Hollow and its sister property, Lagniappe Place provides guests “a little something extra.” Photo Credit: @tangomomness Instagrammer

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Page 1: Illinois! Grafton, to Welcome Celebrating Our 30 Year ... with a vision for riverfront ... wedding, or family reunion.PHONE: (800) ... Celebrating Our 30 Year Anniversary! Now Serving

180 YEARS ON THE RIVER

Imagine if you will a riverfront packed with manufacturing companies, mills, quarries, loading docks and riverboat traffic.

In the early 1800s, James Mason purchased the land that is now Grafton, with a vision for riverfront development and trade at a key location between Chicago and St. Louis. Mason began building structures for the first general store and other businesses. In 1836, two years after Mason’s death, the town was surveyed and platted by his widow Sarah and his brother Paris, and was named Grafton, in honor of James Mason’s birthplace in Massachusetts.

Grafton’s prime location on the river necessitated a boat construction industry. Frank Rippley first came to Grafton in 1876 and bought an existing stove and tin business.

He expanded the business to include a hardware and general merchandise store, an undertaking business, livery stable and cooper shop. Rippley Manufacturing Company built barges, towboats, skiffs and ferries. Most notable in the boating manufacturing industry was Pete Freiman of Grafton. Freiman designed and built the “Frieman Skiff,” which was known to every fishing settlement along the river. The boat manufacturing business was one of the only industries that transitioned into the new century, however, the last manufacturer closed its doors in the early 1970s.

Resting under the Mississippi River bluffs, quarrying was also a lucrative industry in Grafton, at one time employing nearly 2,000 German and Irish immigrants. Tons of magnesian limestone was found here, making the quarries one of the richest and most extensive of the town’s resources. Grafton stone was used locally to construct buildings and homes, and it was also transported to St. Louis for use in structures, such as the Old Cathedral and the Eads Bridge.

Similar to the rise and fall of industry, the unpredictable nature of the rivers has always been a part of the rhythm of life in Grafton. The community’s first major encounter with the rising waters occurred in 1844. The Flood of 1993 proved to be the most devastating in the town’s history, reaching a record 38.2 feet. The community pulled together, fought the swelling waters of the river, dried itself off and rebuilt the city around them to become the bustling tourist town they are today. The lighthouse found on the riverfront stands as a symbol of the resilience and determination of this historic river town.

We hope that you will spend some time with us exploring the history of Grafton. Historic sites are noted on the map with

the lighthouse icon. A historic walking tour guide can be picked

up at Grafton City Hall and the Grafton Visitor Center.

CELEBRATING LIFE ON THE RIVER

The Meeting of the Great Rivers National Scenic Byway bends and curves with the river, winding its way to the confluence of the Mississippi and Illinois Rivers in Grafton, Illinois. Experience

the hometown flavor and down-to-earth qualities of this real river town as you meander along the Main Street browsing the shops for unique gifts and antiques. Pull up a seat on the decks or patios at one of the many restaurants to indulge in the local flavors. Or, spend the afternoon with a glass of wine in hand at one of the local wineries offering a relaxing river view. Bed & breakfast inns and guest houses scattered throughout the town offer views of the river and a home away from home. With barges just a stone’s throw away on the river, you are guaranteed to gain a new perspective of what living on the river really means.

For those who like to flounder with the fish, water recreation is a favorite for visitors to Grafton. On the riverfront, visitors can rent boats and jet skis to hit the water trails along the Mississippi and Illinois rivers. Family water recreation can also be found in the summertime at Raging Rivers Water Park in Grafton. Sail down the bluffs on a waterslide with a full view of the Mississippi River while you play. First class boating facilities can be found at the Grafton Harbor, a full service marina offering both transient slips for short stays and long-term docking.

If you are looking for outdoor recreation, the Sam Vadalabene Bike Trail, stretching 25 miles from Alton to Pere Marquette State Park, runs through the heart of downtown with views of the river. Just north of town, Pere Marquette State Park is the largest state park in Illinois, with more than 8,000 acres of land to explore. Hiking trails, fishing docks, horseback riding or the perfect spot for a picnic can be found within the borders of the park.

Unique festivals add to the flair of this river town. Plan to be in Grafton each July and celebrate life on the river at the Great Rivers Towboat Festival. Treasure hunters will not want to miss out on the Riverside Flea Markets held in the Historic Boatworks the fourth weekend of the month from March through October. The fall season beckons travelers to enjoy the burst of colors along the byway and take part in the annual Grafton Art Fair and the Grafton Rendezvous. And, as many towns begin to hibernate for the winter, Grafton comes alive with eagle watchers eager to catch a glimpse of the hundreds of American Bald Eagles that migrate through the region from late December through mid-February. Grafton offers visitor delights during every season of the year.

For more information on Grafton and surrounding communities, please contact the Alton Regional Convention & Visitors Bureau at 1-800-258-6645 or visit us at www.VisitAlton.com.

Welcome to Grafton, Illinois!

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The Ruebel Restaurant &Historic Ruebel Hotel217 E. Main St., Grafton, IL (618) (618) 786-2315 • RuebelHotel.com

“Best Small Hotel” – says Chicago Tribune. Great food, great rooms, great service at an affordable price. The only full-service

hotel in Grafton. Perfect getaway just minutes away.

Maple Leaf Cottage Inn12 Selma and 38, 40, 42 LaSalle, Elsah, IL(618) 374-1684

Relax in one of six distinctive rooms with private bath and sitting area. Hot breakfast served each morning.

Grafton Winery & Brewhaus300 W. Main St., Grafton, IL (618) (618) 786-3001 TheGraftonWinery.com

Open daily serving lunch and dinner with music every Saturday and Sunday. Join us for wine tasting, microbrews,

special dinners and shows. Spacious patios and glass enclosed seating available.

Green Tree Inn Bed & Breakfast15 Mill St., Historic Elsah, IL(618) 374-2821greentreeinnelsah.com

The perfect place for a unique weekend getaway, romantic escape, wedding, or family reunion.

Contact us for special packages and availability.

Raging Rivers WaterPark100 Palisades Pkwy, Grafton, IL(618) 786-2345 • RagingRivers.com

Wet and wild good times await the entire family at the area’s premier waterpark! Wave pool, kids water playground, body

flumes and more!

Open Memorial Day - Labor Day

Lucy Mae’s Guest House312 E. Main St., Grafton, IL(816) 249-3279 • LucyMaes.com

Victorian elegance in the center of Grafton. 1906 built home – fully restored. Up to six adults in two units.

Reservations: (816) 249-3279.

Aerie’s Lodging & Terrace Conference Center800 Timber Ridge Dr., Grafton(618) 786-8439 • aeriesview.com

The River House11 Mulberry St., Grafton, IL(618) 786-3542www.TheRiverHouseGrafton.com

Relax, reflect & unwind in this beautiful private guest house overlooking the river. The house features: two levels, sleeps up to 8 people, two full baths and full modern kitchen. Daily,

weekly & monthy rates available.

Lagniappe Place16260 Otterville Rd., Grafton, IL (618) 570-9387www.lagniappeplace.com

Lagniappe means “a little something extra”, which is what guests at Lagniappe (Lan Yap) Place can expect. Located next to Graton Winery-The Vineyards and Eckert’s Orchard, the setting is quiet and peaceful. Three bedrooms with private baths. Rent

one room or the entire house.

Fin Inn1500 W. Main St., Grafton IL(618) 786-2030www.FinInn.com

The Fin Inn Restaurant has 8,000 gallons of aquariums for you to enjoy and offers a full menu including steak, chicken,

catfish, homemade turtle soup and desserts!10% off total bill – no expiration

The Loading Dock Guest HousesGrafton, IL • (618) 786-3494GraftonLoadingDock.com

Stay a Little Longer! Book your stay in one of our unique and comfortable cottages: Riverside Cottage, Tree Tops, The Fish Market and The Stone Cottage.

Call for reservations and availability.

Tara Point Inn & Cottages1 Tara Point Dr., Grafton, IL(618) 786-3555 • TaraPoint.com

Bed & Breakfast Inn with a view. Choose from three rooms in the Inn or one of eight Cottage Suites.

Elsah General Store22 La Salle St., Grafton, IL Elsah, IL 62028 (618) 556-0709 • ElsahGeneralStore.com

This quaint general store offers an array of jams, syrups, bbq sauces, coffees and grocery items as well as greeting cards,

unique gifts and antiques.

3rd Chute Bar & Grill220 W. Main St., Grafton, IL (618) 786-8888

This riverfront bar & grill offers a varied menu of freshly prepared food and drinks. Windows and deck seating

overlooks the Illinois river.

Grafton Harbor215 W. Water St., Grafton, IL(618) 786-7678 • GraftonHarbor.net

5 Anchor Marina • Tour Boat Rides Boat Rental • Floating Winery and Restaurant

Grafton Oyster Bar215 W. Water St., Grafton, IL(618) 786-3000 • GraftonOysterBar.com

Award winning Cajun/Creole & Seafood. Live Music, Outdoor River View Dining

The Loading Dock400 Front St., Grafton, IL(618) 786-3494www.graftonloadingdock.com

Open weekends April & October. Open Daily May – September. Open winter weekends 11 – 5. Riverside Flea

Markets held the 4th weekend of the month March – October. Lodging available.

Grafton Winery The Vineyards2108 Eckert Orchard Rd., Grafton, IL(618) 786-3004TheGraftonWinery.com

Settled among orchards and sprawling farmland, the 11,000-square-foot Grafton Winery, aptly named “the

Vineyards,” has a new wine production facility, comfortable seating, a bar, a fireplace and a 5,000-square-foot pavilion with

a view of the new vines

Pere Marquette Lodge & Conference Center13653 Lodge Blvd., Grafton, IL(618) 786-2331 • PMLodge.net

A must see tourist and local attraction! This extraordinary, depression-era Lodge has 72 hotel rooms, an indoor pool, free wifi, a Restaurant, a Winery and over 8000 acres of

pristine park land ready for exploration.

Peace of Quiche111 E. Main, Grafton, IL(618) 786-café • PeaceOfQuiche.com

Serving breakfast & lunch Saturday – Sunday 8-2 pmFair Trade & Charitable Gift Shop 8-4 pm

A café with a cause – where every purchase has a purpose

Grafton Fudge and Ice Cream321 E. Main St., Grafton, IL(618) 786-3700

Celebrating Our 30 Year Anniversary!Now Serving Specialty Coffee, Iced Lattes, Iced Mocha

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Alton Regional Convention & Visitors Bureau

200 Piasa St., Alton, IL 62002PHONE: (800) 258-6645 • (618) 465-6676

VisitAlton.com

The Grafton Visitors Center950 E. Main St., Grafton, IL 62037

PHONE: (618) 786-7000EnjoyGrafton.com

Knotty By Nature15 E. Main, Grafton, IL(618) 556-7020KnottyByNatureHardwood.com

Specialty Wood Cuts &Locally Crafted Wood Products

Handcrafted by Local Vets and Cancer Survivors

Beasley Fish Stand1512 W. Main, Grafton, IL(618) 786-3697sites.google.com/site/beasleyfish/home

Jim & Deborah Beasley – Owners

Open Tues–SatCash Only – Bring A Cooler

The Cottage at Dagget Hollow15 Dagget Hollow Rd., Grafton, IL(618) 570-9387 • www.DaggetHollow.comThe Cottage at Dagget Hollow is located in Grafton and

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SPECIALTY SHOPS & ANTIQUESAerie’s Grounds & Gifts ..................... F1600 Timber Ridge Drive • (618) 786-8438

Buena Vista .......................................... I3 307 E. Main St. • (618) 581-8586Handcrafted jewelry made from quality metals& semi-precious gemstones.

Cassens Bait Shop .............................. B21446 W. Main St. • (618) 786-3614Open daily. Archery supply, bait and tackle.

The Gift Box Riverside ...............H2128 E. Main St.Open Wed. – Sun. Gifts and décor.

Golden Eagle Antiques ..................... I2300 E. Main St. • (618) 786-3333Open Fri., Sat. & Sun. Antiques & collectibles.

Grafton BP .............................. I2200 E. Main St. • (618) 786-3417Open daily. Gas, soda, beer, ice, groceries & more.

Grafton Fudge & Ice Cream............. I3321 E. Main St. • (618) 786-3700Open daily. Homemade fudge, ice cream, moccasins, knives, jewelry & antiques.

Harrison’s Gifts .................................... I2224 E. Main St. • (618) 786-3370Open daily. Mid Dec - Mar weekends only. Home, garden décor, women’s accessories & gifts.

Iron Decor & More ...................... C21406 W. Main St. • (618) 786-2343www.IronDecorNMore.comOpen daily. Discover your unique art passion at Iron Decor N More.

Jeni J's Gifts & IceHouse Winery.... G2214 W. Main St. • (618) 786-2737www.Jenij.comOpen daily. Boutique clothing, candles, jewelry, wines & gifts.

Knotty By Nature ................................ H315 E. Main • (618) 556-7020www.KnottyByNatureHardwood.comSpecialty & custom wood furniture, décor.

The Lodge at Aerie’s Resort ........... F1600 Timber Ridge Dr. • (618) 786-8438Meeting facility

Mosby Woodwork .............................. H2309 N. Market St. • (618) 786-2223Open Tues. - Sun. Handcrafted artwork and furniture.

New to You ........................................... I3315 E. Main St. • (618) 786-2907Open Thurs. – Mon.Antiques & collectibles.

O'Hair's Salon ...................................... H222 E. Main St. • (618) 786-4247Open Wed. – Fri. Hair care.

Pajarito ................................................. I2316 E. Main St. • (618) 786-3490Open daily. Native American jewelry, art and home décor.

Riverside Flea Market ...................... I3Historic Boat Works Bldg. • (618) 593-2103 400 Front St. (next to The Loading Dock)Open 4th weekend of month.

The Terrace at Aerie’s Resort ........ F1600 Timber Ridge Dr. • (618) 786-8438Meeting facility

Treasures Past & Present ................ B21504 W. Main St. • (618) 786-3797Open weekends. Antiques & collectibles. March – October.

Vintage Vanilla .................................. I3311 E. Main St.Open Sat. & Sun. Seasonally. Home furnishings, antiques & gifts.

The Wood Artisan .............................. H222 E. Main St. • (618) 786-3699Open Tues. – Sat. & Sun. A custom clock shop and more.

Wild N Crazzy Biker Apparel .......... F3301 E. Main St. • (618) 920-5054Open daily. Shirts, jewelry & clothing.

EQUIPMENT RENTALGrafton Harbor.......................G3 215 W. Water St. • (618) 786-7678GraftonHarbor.net Open daily. Pontoon and runabout rentals.

LODGING FOR PETSGreen Roof Kennels .......................... G117710 Otterville Road • (618) 498-6278www.GreenRoofKennels.net

FARMS & ROADSIDE STANDS

Eckert's Country Store & Farms .... H120995 Eckert Orchard Rd.(618) 786-3445 • www.Eckerts.comOpen daily July – Oct., Pick your own peaches, apples & pumpkins or shop the country store.

Uncle Andy's Produce Ranch ......... H31 E. Main St.Open May 1 – Nov. 1. Roadside stand offering locally grown produce.

The Whole Scoop Produce .............. I2222 E. Main St. • (618) 786-2663Open seasonally with locally grown produce.

LodgingAnchor’s Inn Guest House ............... H310 S. Vine St. • (618) 420-2017

Aerie’s Resort ...................................... F1600 Timber Ridge • (618) 786-8439www.AeriesResort.com

Cassens Guest Rooms ....................... B21446 W. Main St. • (618) 786-3614

The Cottage at Dagget Hollow .... B2#15 Dagget Hollow Road • (618) 570-9387

Count Me Inn ..........................................I2412 E. Main St. • (314) 795-2409

DeSherlia Landing Suites ..................I3300 Water St. • (618) 786-5283www.DesherliaLanding.com

End of the Trail Inn ........................... H3105 E Main St. • (618) 550-8505

Grafton Homestead Retreat ......... I120806 Croxford Rd. • (618) 786-2420www.TheHomesteadRetreat.com

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RESTAURANTS & BARS3rd Chute Bar & Grill ........................... G2220 W. Main St. • (618) 786-8888Open daily. Cold drinks & grilled food.Breakfast served.

3rd Chute Dockside BBQ .................. G3211 W. Main St.Open Fri., Sat. & Sun. BBQ, food and drinks.

Beasley Fish Stand ............................ B21512 W. Main St. • (618) 786-3697Open Tues. – Sat.Hot fish sandwiches & fish market.

The Bloody Bucket ............................ I3205 Main St. • (618) 786-3495Open daily.

Drifters Eats & Drinks ..................... B21505 W. Main St. • (618) 786-3500Open daily. Bar & Grill

Fin Inn.................................................... B21500 W. Main St. • (618) 786-2030www.FinInn.comOpen daily. Aquarium restaurant featuring fresh fish & turtle soup.

Grafton BP Hot Pizza........................ I2200 E. Main St. • (618) 786-3417Open daily. Pizza.

Grafton Oyster Bar ............................ G3215 W. Water St. • (618) 786-3000www.GraftonOysterBar.comCajun, Creole and seafood specialties

Grafton Pub ......................................... G3225 W. Main St. • (618) 786-9463Open daily. Beers, wine and pub food menu.

Hawg Pit BBQ ...................................... D3 821 W. Main St. • (618) 786-7675www.HawgPit.netOpen daily at 11 a.m. (seasonal). Ribs & BBQwith indoor & outdoor dining.

The Loading Dock .............................. I3400 Front St. • (618) 786-3494www.GraftonLoadingDock.comOpen daily Apr. – Oct. Open weekends Nov. – Mar.Salads, wraps, burgers & BBQ.

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Grafton Inn .......................................... H222 E. Main St. • (618) 786-2222www.GraftonilInn.com

Jeni J's Guest Houses ........................ G2120 – 214 W. Main St. • (618) 786-2737www.jenij.com

LaMarsh House ................................... H325 E. Main St. • (618) 946-9130

Lagniappe Place ............................... G116260 Otterville Rd. • (618) 570-9387www.LagniappePlace.com

Lil Red Guest House .......................... E2600 W. Main St. • (618) 570-0500

The Loading Dock Guest House:The Fish Market ................................. I3311 E. Front St. • (618) 786-3494www.GraftonLoadingDock.com

The Loading Dock Guest House: Riverside Cottage .............................. I3311 E. Water St. • (618) 786-3494www.LoadingDock.com

The Loading Dock Guest House:The Stone Cottage ............................ C2100 Springfield St. • (618) 786-3494www.GraftonLoadingDock.com

The Loading Dock Guest House:Tree Tops ............................................... I3313 E. Front St. • (618) 786-3494www.GraftonLoadingDock.com

The Loft at The Whole Scoop ......... I2222 E. Main St. • (618) 946-9130www.TheWholeScoopIL.com

Lucy Mae's Guest House .................. I2312 E. Main St. • (816) 249-3279www.LucyMaes.com

The White Pelican Inn ..................... E2127 E. Main St. • (314) 795-2409

Pere Marquette Campgrounds .....A213112 Visitor Center Ln. • (618) 786-3323

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Pere Marquette Lodge .....................A213653 Lodge Blvd. • (618) 786-2331www.PMLodge.net

The River House ..................................G211 Mulberry St. • (618) 786-3542www.TheRiverHouseGrafton.com

River Port Guest House ....................E2706 W. Main St. • (618) 946-3444www.RiverportGuestHouse.com

River View Guest House ...................C21116 W. Main St. • (618) 806-8673www.GraftonRiverview.com

1435 W. Main St. • (618) 806-8673 ....B2www.GraftonRiverview.com

O'Jan's Fish Stand .................................G3101 W. Main St. • (618) 786-2229Open daily. Fresh hot fish sandwiches.

Peace of Quiche .....................................H3111 E. Main St. • (618) 786-2233www.PeaceOfQuiche.comOpen Sat. & Sun. 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. Breakfast & lunch.

Pere Marquette Lodge .......................A213653 Lodge Blvd. • (618) 786-2331Open daily. Family-style chicken dinners and Sunday brunch buffets.

Ruebel Deli & Ice Cream ParlorRuebel Restaurant ..............................I3217 E. Main St. • (618) 786-2315www.RuebelonMain.com Open Fri.– Sun. Appetizers, Angus burgers & hand cut steaks.

The Whole Scoop ..................................I2222 E. Main St. • (618) 786-CONE (2663)Open daily. Walk-up ice cream, frozen yogurt, burgers, sandwiches & fries.

WINERIESFloating Winery at Grafton Harbor.G3215 W. Water St. • (618) 786-7678www.GraftonHarbor.netOpen daily. Taste the six signature wines, in addition to imported, domestic & local labels.

Grafton Winery & Brewhaus ............F2300 W. Main St. • (618) 786-3001www.TheGraftonWinery.comOpen daily. Grafton Winery wine, microbrewery, full menu of appetizers, sandwiches & entrees.

Grafton Winery The Vineyards .......H121028 Eckert Orchard Rd. • (618) 786-3001www.TheGraftonWinery.comWine production, tasting room; Event Pavilion.

Mary Michelle Winery.........................A213653 Lodge Blvd. • (618) 786-2331www.PMLodge.netOpen daily. Mary Michelle & Illinois Cellar Wines. Appetizers available.

The Winery at Aerie’s Resort ............F1600 Timber Ridge Dr. • (618)-786-7477www.AeriesResort.comOpen daily. Wine, appetizers, signature pizzas, clubs & wraps. Bluff top view.

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Rowling Ridge Guest House .......... C114102 N. Springfield St. • (618) 786-3943www.StayInGraftonIL.com

Ruebel Hotel ....................................... I3217 E. Main St. • (618) 786-2315www.RuebelHotel.com

The Shanty ........................................... E2715 W. Main St. • (618) 406-1522

Tara Point Inn & Cottages .............. E2#1 Tara Point Dr. • (618) 786-3555www.TaraPoint.com

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Captain Bob’s Boat Charters........ G3215 W. Water St. • (573) 216-0755www.CaptainBobsBoats.com

Grafton Harbor ................................. G3215 W. Water St. • (618) 786-PORT (7678)www.GraftonHarbor.net

Grafton Zipline ................................. G314 W. Main St. • (618) 786-8439www.AeriesResort.com

Hakuna Matata ................................ G3215 W. Water St. • (618) 786-7678www. GraftonHarbor.net

The Loading Dock Ice Rink ........... I3400 Front St. • (618) 786-3494www.GraftonLoadingDock.comOpen November - March

Pere Marquette Riding Stables ........................... A2IL. Rte. 100 • (618) 786-2156

Pere Marquette State Park ... A213112 Visitor Center Ln.(618) 786-3323

Raging Rivers Water Park ..... J2100 Palisades Pkwy. • (618) 786-2345www.RagingRivers.com

River Road Watersports ......... G3215 W. Water St. • (314)-800-5695www.stljetski.com

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