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VISITOR’S GUIDE to shop, dine, play and stay!
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LODGING • RESTAURANTS • EVENT CALENDAR • TOUR INFORMATION
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Welcome toSchuyler County!
Brought to you by:
102 South CongressPO Box 200Rushville, IL 62681217-322-4734
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6-7 Calendar of Events
8-11 Looking For Lincoln
12-13 Jail Museum
14 Courthouse
15 Villages of Schuyler County
16-17 Arts & Theater
18 Fair
19 Smiles Day
20-21 Lodging & Camping
22-23 Dining & Restaurants
24-25 Shopping & Antiques
26-27 Rushville City Map
28-29 Schuyler County Map
30 Banquet & Meeting Facilities Things To See & Do
31 Healthcare
33 Central Park
34-35 Parks & Recreation
36-37 Park Maps
38 Hunting
39 La Moine River
40-41 Places of Worship
42 Clubs & Organizations
48 Golf
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PHOTO CREDITS: Ken Walters,Kay Divan, Emilee Crane, Marisa Dutton, Lane’s Digital Photography, Jim Crane, Nathan Edmiston, Dan Moorehouse, and Kailey Ward.
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WELCOME
Whether your interest lies in sports, golf, hunting, fishing, theatre, music, antiques, civic groups, the
arts, movies, there’s an opportunity to enjoy it in Schuyler County.
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The first thing you will notice when you arrive in Rushville is our lovely town square. Centered by a graceful bandstand, it is surrounded by blossoming trees in springtime and glorious lights during the holidays. Around the square, thriving shops invite the visitor to browse and perhaps to buy. The lovingly restored 19th century Schuyler County Courthouse merits a visit, as does the nationally acclaimed Schuyler Jail Museum, a treasure house of pioneer artifacts and genealogical information. But even more important is the friendly smile or nod –perhaps even “Hello!” from those who greet you in the stores or whom you meet on the street. Venturing away from the center of town, you will find all the recreational and cultural opportunities you might expect in a small town, and some you might not!
Welcome to Schuyler County, Illinois
Welcome!
March18-21 Rushville Industry High School Spring Musical “Little Shop of Horrors” at the Middle School
gymnasium (217) 322-431127 Littleton Easter Egg Hunt, 11:00 am31 End of Light Goose Season
April3 Annual Rushville Easter Egg Hunt sponsored by the
Rushville Masonic Lodge and Rushville Moose Lodge at the Schuyler County Fairgrounds
12 Turkey Season Begins23-24 Dinner Theater at Phoenix22 First United Methodist Church Spring Salad Luncheon
May5-6 Flea Market at Schuy-Rush Park9 Mother’s Day13 End of Turkey Season31 Memorial Day
June3-5 Pinocchio presented by Pandora’s Playhouse at the Phoenix Opera House5-6 Flea Market at Schuy-Rush Park20 Father’s Day20 Annual Father’s Day Car, Truck & Bike
Show on the Square in Rushville21 Late Knight Cruisers Annual Car
Show on the Square in Rushville25-26 University of Illinois Extension 4-H
Fair at Schuyler County Fairgrounds (217) 322-338129-July 4 Schuyler County Fair
July1-4 Schuyler County Fair3-4 Flea Market at Schuy-Rush Park23-25 Theater Under the Stars at Schuy-Rush Park
August7-8 Flea Market at Schuy-Rush Park
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2010Rushville Calendar ofEvents
Event dates and information are subject to change. For additional information, please visit the Rushville State Bank Community Calendar at
www.rushvillestatebank.comor call Rushville State Bank at 217-322-3323.
September4 First Dove Season4-5 Flea Market, Schuy-Rush Park5 Late Knight Cruisers Cruise Night on the Square in Rushville11 Late Knight Cruisers Annual Fall Car Cruise In 6-8pm. Guided Cruise 6:30pm. 24 91st Annual Smiles Day
October1–Jan. 14 Archery Deer Hunting Season2-3 Flea Market at Schuy-Rush Park21-24 Fall Shotgun Turkey Season23 Littleton Halloween Carnival
November6-Jan. 4 Upland Game Season19-21 Firearm Deer Season26 Lighting Ceremony & Little Miss Christmas Pageant at Central Park, Rushville
December2-5 Firearm Deer Season9-11 Muzzle Loader Deer Season9-11 Madrigal. For Tickets Call 217-322-4555
January 201116 End of Upland Game Season12 End of Archery Deer Season13-16 Non-antler Deer Season24 Schuyler Arts Council Annual Gala,
performance by Prairie Folklore Theatre, Lincoln Tales Tall and True
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February 20111-28 Snow and White Fronted Geese Season
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Abraham Lincoln’s defeat in a wrestling match is one of the most celebrated stories from his service in the Black Hawk Indian War.
Militiaman Lincoln
When Lincoln’s militia company got into a dispute with a company from St. Clair County over a desirable camp site east of Rushville, someone suggested a wrestling match to settle the matter. Dow Thompson was champion for the St. Clair boys; Lincoln was for his company. Lincoln’s reputation as an unbeatable wrestler caused his men to bet heavily. The match was best two-out-of-three. They began with the “side hold”—Thompson’s favorite. Thompson was not large, but compact and muscular. When they started, Lincoln knew instantly that he faced no common opponent. After a severe struggle, Thompson threw Lincoln. All were amazed. On the second try, the contestants used Lincoln’s favorite hold—the “Indian hug.” Lincoln dug his chin into Thompson’s shoulder and squeezed hard, but try as he might he couldn’t throw Thompson. Ultimately, Lincoln lost a second time. His soldiers protested “dog fall” (tie), but Lincoln shook his head—“Why, gentlemen, that man could throw a grizzly bear.”
as the two traveled by boat from Buffalo to Detroit in July 1833. The Indian chief complained of the dreadful heat and “got out of bed two or three times, and was half inclined to dispense with his mattress,” William recorded. He considered the defeated warrior a “respectable old gentleman.” Black Hawk had just been released from federal prison. William was traveling from London to America to visit his brothers the Rev. John Scripps and George H. Scripps—who became two of Rushville’s most prominent citizens and early supporters of Lincoln and the Republican party. The three Scripps brothers imparted to their descendants a family talent for journalism, reflected in many prosperous Scripps newspapers and the founding of the United Press Associations by Rushville native Edward W. Scripps.
Chief Black HawkCourtesy of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library
Black Hawk slept in an adjoining berth to William A. Scripps
By Bryon Andreason, Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum
By Bryon Andreason, Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum
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The frontier militia spirit is depicted in this 1940 calendar art
rendering of “Lincoln, the Soldier” by artist Fletcher Ransom. When
Chief Black Hawk in 1832 led Sac and Fox warriors on raids to recover their traditional grounds,
militia companies from throughout Illinois rendezvoused in the rain and knee-deep mud three miles east of Rushville. Lincoln was the captain of a company that
one observer described as “ the hardest set of men [I] ever saw.” On April 30 the army
moved out—but only made seven miles in the mud before stopping
that night four miles north of Rushville. Lincoln’s company
was discharged five weeks later without fighting, but Lincoln
reenlisted as a private.
Militiaman LincolnCourtesy of Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library
Black Hawk slept in an adjoining berth to William A. Scripps 1832www.lookingforlincoln.com
William Armiger ScrippsCourtesy of Cranbrook Archives
Come visit to learn more about Lincoln in Schuyler County
Special thanks to the Ellen Browning Scripps Foundation
Looking forLincoln in
Schuyler County!
Abraham LincolnNational Heritage Area
RUSHVILLE
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*Owned and operated by the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency
Stay in Schuyler and Visit the Lincoln SitesSee actual places, hear the real stories, look for Lincoln in central Illinois!
Lincoln spent almost 30 years of his life in central Illinois.
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Schuyler Jail Museumand Genealogical Center
Located on U.S. 24200 South Congress • 217-322-6975
Genealogical Center Hours
April 1st - Nov. 1st 1-5 pm Weekdays
November 1st to April 1st
Saturday and Sunday 1-5 pm
Book a tour today!
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Museum HoursApril 1st - Nov. 1st
1-5 pm
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History ComesAlive in
Schuyler County!
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No visit to Rushville is complete...without a visit to the Schuyler Jail Museum, a fascinating showcase of pioneer life on the Illinois frontier.
Work began in 1968 on the arduous task of transforming a tiny, crum-bling limestone jail building into the impressive structure which houses the Jail Museum today. Threatened with destruction, the 1858 struc-ture was saved from demolition by a dedicated group who took the title “Historic Conscience” and signed a lease with the city which required a fee of $1 per year and continuous upkeep.
A great deal more than “upkeep” has been accomplished. The original building now displays an original jail cell, currently inhabited by a “jail bird” (thankfully, a “dummy”) who is properly chained to a ring in the floor, as was the custom. This area also exhibits artifacts and clothing from the earliest days of the county.
A special section displays memorabilia from the Scripps family, early Rushville citizens who became nationally known in the worlds of news-papers and philanthropy, and who in 1926 donated their family farm to the city for use as a park.
Later additions to the building showcase displays from area schools, soldier’s uniforms of many wars, Indian relics, pioneer furniture, farming implements, an early barber shop – the list goes on and on.
But perhaps the most widely known and frequently visited area of the Museum is the Genealogical Center. Here persons researching their genealogy can examine early marriage and birth records, obituaries, tax, school, military and census records. There are also cemetery re-cords and histories of Schuyler and surrounding counties, published genealogies, research and record books from many other states, and microfilm copies of The Rush-ville Times dating from 1869.
From the beginning, the Schuy-ler Jail Museum has been en-tirely supported by private dona-tions and staffed by volunteers. In 1997 they were awarded the Governor’s Home Town Award for historic preservation. Their countless hours of work have created a facility of which we are very proud – and which we are certain you will enjoy.
A fascinating showcase
of pioneer life
on the Illinois
frontier.
Schuyler Jail Museum and Genealogical Center
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Schuyler CountyCourthouseCOURTHOUSE
This courthouse is Schuyler’s third: the first, a log structure on the north side of the square was replaced in 1831 by a second in what is now Rushville’s Central Park. In 1880, the county board sent a delegation to Monroe, MI to visit a courthouse recently constructed there, and were so impressed that they hired the contractor to build an exact copy in Rushville. A site was purchased for $3,600, and construction cost was $36,000.
More than a century later, major renovation was begun somewhat by accident when Marty Trinkle, a talented craftsman, found himself unemployed during the winter months. He and Judge Carson Klitz struck up an agreement whereby Mr. Trinkle would work on the building during those times, with a goal of restoring the courtroom to its original appearance as recorded by old photographs. Since that time virtually the entire building has been restored, creating a source of community pride.
The Schuyler County courthouse is located on the
southwest corner of the Rushville square. Hours of operation are 8:00 A.M. to 4 P.M. Monday - Friday. For more information contact the County Clerk at 217-322-4734.
Based on narrative by Carson Klitz, former Circuit Judge
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FREDERICK Frederick, on the Illinois River, was an early settlement in Schuyler County – at one time it was said to be larger than a new settlement in northern Illinois called “Chicago”, a situation which soon changed. On the high bluff overlooking the town sits the fine brick mansion built by Charles Farwell, a founder of the town and an early businessman. Frederick was an important trading post and shipping center, having river access as well as a railroad.
Villages of
LITTLETON Littleton has the dubious distinction of having beenlargely destroyed by tornadoes, not just once buttwice – in 1856 and again in 1981.
CAMDENIf you are lucky enough to visit Camden on the right evening in either the spring or the fall, you can partake of a true country dinner at the Methodist Church. Chicken, turkey, or ham – sweet potatoes, noodles, salads, pies, and “all the trimmings” – believe me, these ladies know how to cook!
BROWNINGThis is where you come to go duck hunting, perhaps in the same area frequented by Al Capone and his cronies in the 20’s and 30’s. You may even find an old-timer who will share stories of acting as their guide. Have breakfast at the Senior Center – (everyone is welcome, the food is tasty and reasonable) . . . or supper at a large, friendlyrestaurant perched on the edge of the Illinois River, where you can have a fried catfish and watch the barges sail by on their way to New Orleans. Browning has one of the few boat docks on the Illinois River between Peoria and Grafton.
Rural Illinois has seen many changes since the first settlers cleared forests to plant their crops and built one-room schoolhouses in which to provide an education for their children. Later small villages sprang up - each one with a school, usually replacing several one-room facilities, as well as one or more stores - a restaurant, a doctor or two, and perhaps a hotel. As education became more demanding, the village schools were in turn replaced by Schuyler Unit District I in Rushville. Today with the school consolidation with Industry, all Schuyler County youth receive their K-12 education in Schuyler-Industry Community District 5.
With their schools gone, one village institution, the church, remained - and each village today has one, two, or three active churches. As the villages were once more re-invented, each one has its own identity, and reason to visit!
Schuyler CountyVILLAGES
Theater Performanceswww.schuylercountyillinois.com
or call 217-322-6136
TheatreUndertheStars
SchuyRush Park
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MADRIGALA Christmas Tradition in Rushville
TICKETS
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Arts Theater&
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Phoenix Opera House Princess TheaterOne hundred years ago, every town boasted an “Opera House,” a community center where cultural and civic events took place. Only a few remain - among them, Rushville’s historic Phoenix Opera House on the south side of the town square.
Lovingly restored in the 1970’s, and again after a devastating fire in the ‘90s, the Phoenix is home to Pandora’s Playhouse community theatre as well as a widely varying calendar of events. You might come to the Phoenix to see an art exhibit - attend a concert or play - eat Lions Club pancakes - play BINGO -host a family reunion or your daughter’s wedding reception. The Phoenix Opera House Community Center, Inc. is a not-for-profit corporation, managed by a volunteer board of directors and supported by rental fees and public contributions. For fur-ther information, phone 217-322-4154 or Kimble Funkat 217-322-3065.
Recently renovated and restored to its original fifties decor, the Princess Theater is operated by a local com-munity corporation. The theater features current releases each weekend. This project earned volunteers and the community the 1996 Governor’s Home Town Award, Midwest Living Magazine Home Town Pride Honors, and the 1996 Illinois Main Street Award for Downtown Restora-tion.
Schuyler Arts Council, with support from the Illinois Arts Council, Two Rivers Arts Council, and memberships, promotes and encourages visual and performing arts programs in our community.
Annual events include a student art show – a Winter Gala dinner concert, a summer Arts in the Park festival, and numerous other events such as cemetery walks, concerts, art shows, and house or garden tours.
Pandora’s Playhouse Community Theatre, now celebrating 30 years in Rushville, offers three or more productions annually. The Phoenix Opera House is home to Ye Olde Madrigal Feaste in early December, as well as plays in spring and/or fall. Highlight of the season is Theatre Under the Stars, a summer musical at the newly established performance venue at SchuyRush Park just south of Rushville. Performance schedules can be found at www.schuylercountyillinois.com, or in The Rushville Times. For further information, call 217-322-6136.
Schuyler County has enjoyed a continually growing arts community that brings a unique
charm to this rural community.
Local artist works and art show events at www.localconnectionco-op.com
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Schuyler County
Fair
See you at the fair!June 29-July 4, 2010
FairThe Schuyler County Fair and Livestock Show runs annually the first week in July. The fair has something of interest for all ages with harness racing, talent show, Little Miss & Mr. and Queen contests, tractor pull, motocross, demolition derby, mud sling, and 4th of July fireworks display. There are sheep, llama, cattle, and swine shows as well as textile, culinary, floriculture, and fine arts judging. This year there is a unique Tiger Show and an outstanding carnival for children. The fair is a Schuyler County family tradition. We hope to see you there this year.
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SmilesDay91st Annual
Schuyler County’s annual festival, Smiles Day, was first held in September 1919. The celebration began as a way to welcome home
the soldiers of WWI. In 1969, Smiles Day combined with the Rushville High School Homecoming activities. However,
Smiles Day has always kept the proud tradition of honoring veterans. In 2002,
the 183rd Fighter Wing of the Illinois Air National Guard honored those who have served in the military with a “fly over” to begin the annual parade.
This year Rushville’s annual Smiles Day event will be celebrating its 91st year.
The event will feature a grand parade beginning at 10:30am. The parade includes over 100 entries as well as a marching band competition. Food booths and entertainment will be held in the downtown Central Park.
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www.smilesday.org
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Just west of the intersection of U. S. routes 67 and 24, and adjacent to “The Virginia” (Scripps Park community building) a 1923 Guest House is available for public lodging. It was built by philanthropist Ellen Browning Scripps, who had persuaded her family to donate the family farm for a park, and who later established the Scripps Clinic and Oceanographic Institute in California.
Lovingly restored in 2005, the cottage has two bedrooms, one bath, full kitchen, living/dining area, and a large front porch. It is adjacent to all the recreational opportunities of the park – golf, tennis, swimming and children’s playground.
For reservations call 217-322-3028.
Lodging
Scripps Park Guest House
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The Country CottageRR 3 Box 95Rushville, IL 62681217-322-6698
Calamity Jane’s Pleasant View LodgeRR 3 Box 119Rushville, IL 62681217-322-6835217-242-5592www.cjaneslodge.com
Crossroads MotelIntersection of U.S. 24 & 67555 W. Clinton StreetRushville, IL 62681217-322-3369 or 217-322-6702
Firefly CottageRR 1, Rushville, IL [email protected]
Green Gables MotelU.S. 67, Rushville, IL 62681217-322-4371
Hazel’s Guest HouseRR 2 Box 156Rushville, IL 62681217-322-3197
Peace of Earth Lodge Rt. 4 Box 41 Rushville, IL 62681 217-322-2865 www.PeaceofEarth.net
Teresa’s Guest House308 E. Lafayette StreetRushville, IL 62681217-322-4140309-333-1121 cell
Anderson Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area309-759-4484http://dnr.state.il.us/lands/landmgt/PARKS/R1/ANDERSON.HTM
Brushy Ridge MotoSports OHV Park217-322-4950
Schuy-Rush Park 217-322-6628
Weinberg-King State Fish & Wildlife Area217-392-2345http://dnr.state.il.us/lands/landmgt/PARKS/R4/WEINBERG.HTM
Schuy-RushLake & Park
Lodging Camping
Dining
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Long before “the mall” became the usual destination for a shopping trip, small town folk did their shopping on a walk around a square, such as the one still thriving in Rushville. Today, a walk around the square will take you past (or better yet, into) a variety of charming stores, where you will find jewelry - hardware - gift baskets - flowers - and much more.
Be sure not to overlook the edible treats while you are shopping. Stop at M & D Drug store for a soda fountain treat, or venture just a few steps off the square for one of the famous doughnuts at Roger’s Bakery!
As you follow U.S. 24 or 67 through town, you will be tempted by a variety of fast food offerings as well as family restaurants.
Brown’s Restaurant700 West Clinton StreetRushville, IL 62681217-322-6068
Dairy Queen330 West Clinton StreetRushville, IL 62681217-322-4810
Deb and Di’s3 Charles DriveRushville, IL 62681217-322-4528
Great Wall Buffet113 West Washington StreetRushville, IL 62681217-322-2200
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Hardee’sJunction of U.S 67 & 24Rushville, IL 62681217-322-3205
Larry A’s Pizza119 East LafayetteRushville, IL 62681217-322-4999
Moreland & Devitt Snack BarNorthwest Corner of SquareRushville, IL 62681217-322-3333
Pizza Unlimited416 West Clinton StreetRushville, IL 62681217-322-6297
River’s Edge Boat ClubRR 1, Browning, IL 62624217-323-4780
Roger’s Bakery231 North Liberty StreetRushville, IL 62681217-322-6344
Route 67 Dining Club & Sports Bar1 Charles StreetRushville, IL 62681217-322-3873
Subway122 West Lafayette StreetRushville, IL 62681217-322-6469
Restaurants
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Three antique shops on the square!A prime destination for many visitors.
Each one is unique: Andrews Antiques specializes in fine glassware and china, as well as furniture;Rushville Antiques and Trumpery has a large selection of merchandise of all types from several dealers;
South Side Home & Kitchen Emporium showcases antique furniture as well as gourmet kitchen and dining accessories in a beautifully restored 19th century store.
Shopping & Antiques
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Welcome toSchuyler County!
Home Décor Concord Cabinets and Furniture210 North Congress StreetRushville, IL 62681217-322-6507
Drawve Quality Home FurnishingsJunction U.S. 67 & 24Rushville, IL 62681217-322-6022
Melinda Jane Interiors114 North Congress StreetRushville, IL 62681217-322-6136
JewelryBaker’s Jewelry106 West Lafayette StreetRushville, IL 62681217-322-4229
Knapp Jewelers107 North Liberty StreetRushville, IL 62681217-322-6028
HardwareKerr ACE Home Center117 West Washington StreetRushville, IL 62681217-322-6715
VarietyDollar General101 Rodewald DriveRushville, IL 62681217-322-3131
Family Dollar Store105 North Monroe StreetRushville, IL 62681217-322-2911
Shoppers Paradise Wholesale115 West Washington StreetRushville, IL 62681309-329-2958
Gift Stores/Specialty Items
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SHOPPING Always Something New
104 West Lafayette StreetRushville, IL 62681217-322-2550
Miss Rita’s Boutique101 West Washington StreetRushville, IL 62681217-322-4201
Schuyler Scrapbook Store South on Parkview Rd, turn left at T
RR 2 Box 19C Rushville, IL 62681 217-242-4167
South Side Home & Kitchen Emporium110 West Lafayette StreetRushville, IL 62681217-322-3708
Special Touch Gift Baskets112 East Lafayette StreetRushville, IL 62681217-322-6506
Special Touch Florals, Etc.109 North Liberty StreetRushville, IL 62681217-322-3348
The Good Book119 West Lafayette StreetRushville, IL 62681217-322-6886
ANTIQUESAntiquesAndrew’s Antiques111 West Washington StreetRushville, IL 62681217-322-3100
Rushville Antiquesand Trumpery108 West LafayetteRushville, IL 62681217-322-6871
South Side Home & Kitchen Emporium110 West Lafayette StreetRushville, IL 62681217-322-3708
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Rushville
Jones & Perry Garage
Knapp Jewelers
Restaurant
Strongs Grocery
Rushville
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Schuteze Tailor Tailor Shop
Boehm’s Meat MarketR Noble Grocery
Soda Shop
King & Hall Grocery
Quincy
Mt. Sterling
Macomb
Augusta
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Schuyler County Map
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Havana
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FredrickIllinois River
Landing
BrowningIllinois River
Landing
Sanganois
Anderson Lake Conservation
Area
Map provided bySchuyler County Highway Dept.
121 Henninger Drive • 217-322-6029
Township & County Road
available for $1MAPS
visit us onlinewww.schuylercountyillinois.com
Old Lincoln Courtroom & Museum3rd & State Streets, Beardstown, IL 217-323-3225
Visit the Courtroom where Abraham Lincoln won his most celebrated case –
the “Almanac Trial” of 1858217-323-4514 or [email protected]
www.lincolninbeardstown.org7 Wayside Exhibit Sites
on the Looking for Lincoln Heritage Trail
Hours: 10am - 4pm Mon - SatApril through November
Limited winter hours. Please call for information
2010 Lincoln Event Dates: February 13 – Abe’s 201st Birthday Party
April 10 – Mrs. Lincoln Leaves the White House 7:00 pm at the Courtroom
May 7 – “Almanac Trial” Anniversary EventSeptember 18 – 2nd Annual Trivia Night
December 18 - Christmas with our FriendsAdditional Events to be announced
PHOENIX OPERA HOUSESaved from the wrecking ball in 1980 after years of neglect, the 1882 Opera House has been lovingly restored and is available for both private and civic events. It is the home of Pandora’s Playhouse community theatre, and hosts weekly BINGO games as well as frequent wedding receptions, family reunions, anniversaries, and service club functions.Reservations (217) 322-4154
DEB AND DI’SThis new restaurant on Rt. 67 has a meeting room which will accommodate up to 40.Reservations (217) 322-4528
“THE VIRGINIA” SCRIPPS PARKIn 1926, the Scripps family donated their family farm to the city of Rushville for a park, which boasted a golf course, swimming pool, and tennis courts. To complete the facility, they constructed a community building which replicated their old homestead to be used as a meeting facility, and named it “The Virginia” after the eccentric sister who had lived here longest. It is now the location of many wedding receptions, civic gatherings, and club meetings.Reservations (217) 322-3028
Things to See and Do!
Banquet and Meeting Facilities
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ROUTE 67Formerly the American Legion home, this sports bar has a meeting room which accommodates large groups. Reservations (217) 322-3873
Community. It’s what happens when people come together. To see a class play. To have a potluck dinner. To build a backstop. And the healthier the people, the stronger the community. That’s why the mission of Culbertson Memorial Hospital is to provide quality, compassionate care to the communities we serve.
Since nothing is as important as your health, Culbertson Memorial Hospital continually seeks ways to improve access to healthcare on a local level. We strive to offer those services which area citizens need and want the most. With the continued support of those we serve, we plan to remain a vital, ever-expanding part of the west-central Illinois.
89 Years of Caring for the Community
“Where healthcare and community come together.”
Our Services Include:✓ A 24-hour Emergency Department staffed
with in-house physicians
✓ Clinical Lab
✓ Surgery Department
✓ Radiology Department, including MRI’s, CT scanning, mammography, etc.
✓ Therapy Services, including speech, occupational, and physical therapy
✓ Cardiac Rehabilitation Unit
✓ Long Term Care Unit
✓ Outpatient Specialty Clinic featuring: Cardiology Cataract surgery Gastroenterology Neurology Orthopedics Oncology
✓ Culbertson Gardens, our retirement community for independent seniors
✓ Beardstown Clinics I and II
✓ Community Medical Clinic in Astoria
✓ Rushville Family Practice
Pain Management Podiatry Pulmonary Urology Wound Clinic
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Offering Home, Auto,Life & Health Insurance
ContactSherry Herald or Kala Peacock
Give Us A Call 217-322-6230
Conveniently Located In The Heart of Rushville116 S. Congress Street, Rushville, IL
217-322-4378Full Access To Our Other Locations Also!
Quincy : Macomb : Carthage : Paloma : Mendon : Springfield
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When our founding fathers laid out the town of Rushville, they wisely centered business buildings around a park, surrounded by hitching racks for the horses and buggies that brought customers to town. The park was originally centered by a small log courthouse, soon to be replaced by a more substantial one built of stone. This, in turn, was demolished and replaced by the handsome structure still to be seen just off the southwest corner of the square. With the courthouse gone, the next structure to occupy the space was a large pond (home, we are told, to an alligator, although no photos exist to prove this astonishing fact!)
In the early 20th century, brass bands were the pride of every town, and Rushville was no exception. A bandstand was built to accommodate weekly concerts, a custom which continued into the 1940’s. But when many men went to war, the ranks of band members were depleted, and the bandstand was little used.
By the 60’s, the bandstand needed painting and repairs. A newly formed organization, PRIDE – for Promote Rushville’s Image, Design, and Environment, restored the bandstand and a plaza and plantings were added! Today, PRIDE members still plant flowers each spring and lovingly tend the plantings.
The Central Park “Gazebo” (as it is often called, although the old-timers know it’s really a bandstand!) has become our town’s logo as well as the site of frequent community events. Arts In The Park, lighting the community Christmas Tree, Prom Preview for the high school students, even an occasional wedding all take place there. So come stroll through the trees, read the inscription on the stone marking the spot where Lincoln spoke, perhaps have a little picnic. You’re welcome to Central Park!
Central ParkRushville’s
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Schuyler County...is widely known as one of the best areas in the state for hunting, fishing, and camping. The Illinois River
serves as the eastern border of Schuyler County. This part of the Illinois River provides excellent
fishing, boating, and hunting.
Parks& Recreation
The land for Scripps Park was donated by the Scripps family. The park was the site of the homestead of the Scripps family, pioneers in journalism. Scripps Park offers a swimming pool, tennis courts, Virginia Community Building, playground, picnic area, baseball diamonds, and two guest houses for rent. The Golf Course is an 18 hole public golf course built in 1923 with irrigation from tee to green. There are approximately 16 bunkers strategically placed around the course and water hazards are in play.
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Please call (217) 322-4444 for more information or to reserve a tee time.
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Schuy-Rush Park is located two miles south-east of the junction of U.S. 67 and U.S. 24 in West Central Illinois. The park has 120 acres of park ground and a 225 acre lake. The campground facilities consist of 77 spaces with electrical hookups. All spaces have water and there is a modern shower house for your convenience. Schuy-Rush Lake offers a well maintained boat ramp. There is a generous supply of slips for docking your boat overnight or for the entire camping season. Fishing is by pole and line only. The lake has a large variety of fish. For the adventurous, we have a nature trail for hiking. Come to Schuy-Rush Lake where we supply the water and you supply the fun.
Schuy-Rush Park
Park Maps
Weinberg-King State Park Scripps Unit is located two miles southwest of Rushville off Route 24 in Schuyler County. Weinberg-King State Park Scripps Unit was acquired by the State of Illinois in the Spring of 2002.
The site is characterized by high-quality forest game hunting opportunities. Wildlife habitat enhancement practices such as food plots and rotational mowing improve hunting opportunities. Additional management practices will be implemented in the future.
The area is comprised of a mixture of wooded ravines with crop fields present on the ridges and in the creek bottoms. Many of the crop fields have been idled and established to perennial grasses. In others, natural succession of woody plants is occurring at various stages.
The woodlands consist of a relatively young stand of oak-hickory timber with some interspersed brushy fallowed pasture areas.
For more information contact:Weinberg-King State Park (217) 392-2345
Weinberg-KingState Park Weinberg-King State Fish and Wildlife Area is an area of rolling hills with a meandering creek in western Illinois. The 772-acre State Fish & Wildlife Area, including a 4-acre pond, is in Schuyler County 3 miles east of Augusta north of Route 101. Mrs. Gertrude K. Allen presented a deed for about 500 acres of this land to the State of Illinois in May 1968. An additional 295 acres was purchased by the Department of Natural Resources. The terrain is rolling with steep hillsides. Williams Creek picturesquely meanders through the park for about 2 miles. The average depth of the creek is about 3 feet. The majority of mature trees are locust and osage orange, although pines, autumn olive, honeysuckle, oak and walnut trees have been planted. Many wildflowers are found on the hillsides and along the creek. Dove, quail, and songbirds familiar to the area may be observed. The fox, squirrel, and rabbit are plentiful and deer and turkeys are frequently seen. Picnicking, trails, horseback riding, camping, fishing, and hunting are activities enjoyed by folks of all ages.
Weinberg-King State Park Scripps Unit
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Sanganois State FWAThe Sanganois State Fish and Wildlife Area (SSFWA) has 10,360 total acres (7,000 acres for hunting and 1,700 water) and lies mostly in Cass and Mason counties. A check station and primary access area is located 8 miles northwest of Chandlerville off Route 78, and
an access road and boat ramp is located 1.5 miles northeast of Browning off Rt. 100. Public access is largely by boat.
The Sanganois State Fish and Wildlife Area is a refuge for migratory waterfowl and a public duck and goose hunting area. Upland game, forest game, and furbearer hunting is also permitted. The area is typical bottomland - sloughs, backwater lakes, ponds, and timber - primarily willow, maple, and cottonwood.
Waterfowl hunting is restricted to approximately 60 marked blind sites which are drawn for on an annual basis; and approximately 500 acres which are designated as open to walk-in hunting.
For more information contact: Doug Jallas, Site Superintendent 3594 CR 200 N., Chandlerville, IL 62627 or at (309) 546-2628 http://dnr.state.il.us/lands/landmgt/PARKS/R4/SANGILL.HTM
Snow Geese at Anderson Lake
Anderson Lake was once a private shooting ground for one ofthe many once-famous duck clubs that dotted the Illinois River valley. Since its purchase by the state in 1947, it has been a public hunting
and fishing area, located 11 miles north of Browning on Route 100.
Anderson Lake is a 2,247 acre floodplain lake that frequently receives overflow waters from the Illinois River. It has 1,134 surface acres, a maximum depth of six feet and an average depth of four feet. Carlson Lake, a waterfowl
Anderson Lakemanagement area of 230 surface acres, has a maximum depth of five feet which is drained in early summer, planted to feed duck, and flooded in the fall to attract waterfowl to the area.
The area is a lush, picturesque bottomland, with tall timber dominated by silver maple, cottonwood and willow. A variety of waterfowl abounds in the area, and large numbers of bald eagles can be seen in the winter months and white pelicans during the spring.
For more information contact: The Site Superintendent 547 N IL 100 Highway, Astoria, IL 61501 (309) 759-4484http://dnr.state.il.us/lands/landmgt/PARKS/R1/ANDERSON.HTM
Hunting
In 2007 Schuyler County launched a new hunting website with helpful links and resources for all hunters
Information posted on the website includes license information, photos, DNR links for hunting dates and harvest records, Map of Schuyler County and local business information.
For More Information On Schuyler County HuntingVisit Our Website
www.bestillinoishunts.com
In Schuyler County
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www.lamoineriver.org
La Moine RiverEcosystem Partnership
La Moine RiverEcosystem Partnership
2009 Accomplishments•HutchinsEcosystemRestoration
Project- a large scale restoration project involving livestock management, habitat restoration, stream bank stabilization, wetland restoration, tree planting, Timber Stand Improvement, exotic species removal, bottomland prairie restoration, livestock fencing, creation of cattle crossings and erosion control measures.
•LaMoineRiverLivestockInitiative-The project has fenced several miles of stream, implemented rotational grazing systems, stabilized stream banks, restored wetlands, removed exotic species, established native prairie, and installed erosion control practices.
•McDonough/FultonCountyGullyStabilization Project: A recent grant awarded by the IEPA is being used to stabilize over 30 highly erodible gullies in Fulton and McDonough County.
•Restored1acreofhillprairieinMcDonough County.
•Conductedoutreachtoproducersinpriority watersheds for the purposes of encouraging conservation practices.
•DevelopedaWatershedandTotalMaximum Daily Load (TMDL*) Plan for Prairie Creek in Hancock County
•Educated364schoolchildrenand541 area adults about watershed conservation and protection using our table- top watershed model.
•Forty-fourpeopleparticipatedineducational canoe trips to area wetland restoration sites (Emiquon and Spunky Bottoms Preserves).
•Hostedtwoverysuccessfulriverclean-ups that enlisted LMREP members and the general public.
•Received$1000ineducationalgrantmoney from IEPA for watershed education.
•UpdatedtheLMREPwebsite www.lamoineriver.org
La Moine RiverWatershed Facts• TheLaMoineRiverWatershedisalmost
2000 square miles. (See Map) There are 14,873 urban acres, 54,490 acres of wetland and 294,496 acres of forest.
• Itisthe6thlargesttributarytotheIllinoisRiver.• Theriverprovidesapproximately4.25milliongallonsofwaterperdayfor
public and industrial use. • Thewatershedisprimarilyruralwithapopulationofapproximately
68,000. • Theriverprovideshabitatfor60speciesoffish,17speciesofnative
mussels, and 12 species of large crustaceans. Numerous other aquatic and terrestrial animals also inhabit the river, its wetlands and riparian areas.
• Thewatershedcontains11,285acresofhighqualitynaturalareas(Illinois Natural Areas Inventory sites).
• Numerousthreatenedandendangeredspecieshavebeenreportedwithin the watershed area, including:
Birds: Red-shouldered hawk and King rail Mammals: Gray bat and Indiana bat Reptiles: Timber rattlesnake Eleven plant species, including: decurrent false aster, blazing star and
buffalo clover.
ACRES:14,873 urban 54,490 wetland 294,496 forest
The river provides habitat for 60 species of fish, 17 species of native mussels, and 12 species of large crustaceans. Numerous other aquatic and terrestrial animals also inhabit the river, its wetlands andriparian areas.
Contacts:La Moine RiverEcosystem Partnershipc/o Two Rivers RC&DP.O. Box 871256-C W. Washington St. Pittsfield, IL 62363(217) 285-4114
Places ofWorshipSchuy l e r Cou n ty I l l i n o i s
Assembly of God ChurchRt. 24 – Astoria Road RR1 Rushville, IL 62681(217) 322-4931
Brooklyn United Methodist ChurchBrooklyn, ILDirecting Pastor – Dixie L. Croxton
Browning Assembly of GodVermont Street, Browning, IL 62624
Browning Church of ChristBrowning, IL 62624Speakers – John Ruppel and Pat Clements
Browning United Methodist ChurchBrowning, IL 62624Rev. Beth Nelson
Camden United Methodist ChurchCamden, ILDirecting Pastor – Dixie L. Croxton
Central Christian Church Browning, IL 62624 (217) 323-1334
Church of Christ (Christian)717 E. Adams, Rushville, IL 62681(217) 322-6676Mike Cahill, Minister
Doddsville United Methodist ChurchLittleton, IL 61452Speakers – Ron Peters and David Haney
Ebenezer United Methodist ChurchCamden RoadRushville, IL 62681Directing Pastor – Dixie L. Croxton
Faith Christian Family Church3 Miles West of Rushville on Route 24RR 2, PO Box 198, Rushville, IL 62681(217) 322-6929Pastor Gary Kruzanwww.churchinthecornfield.org
First Baptist ChurchLittleton, IL 61452 (309) 257-2290Rev. Larry Lindow, Pastor
First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)390 N. Liberty, Rushville, IL 62681(217) 322-3363Rev. John Sowers, Pastor
First Presbyterian Church 301 W. WashingtonRushville, IL 62681 (217) 322-3931Rev. Steven Akins, Pastorwww.rushvillepresbyterian.org
First Southern Baptist Church426 Maple Ave., Rushville, IL 62681(217) 322-4113Pastor Mike Hall
First United Methodist ChurchPO Box 208, Rushville, IL 62681(217) 322-3328, Rev. Steve Pichaskewww.rushvilleumc.org
Frederick Christian Church(Disciples of Christ) Frederick, IL 62639Interim Pastor Ambrose Stump
Free Methodist Church217 S. Liberty, Rushville, IL 62681(217) 322-3717Rev. John Glennon, Senior Pastor Rosalee Ross, Associate Pastorwww.rfmchurch.org
Houston United MethodistDirecting Pastor – Dixie L. Croxton
Littleton United Methodist ChurchLittleton, IL 61452(217) 667-2395Directing Pastor – Dixie L. Croxton
Rushville United Pentecostal Church128 SW. LibertyRushville, IL 62681(217) 322-4652Larry DeSha, Pastor
Sheldon Grove United Methodist(309) 329-2740Rev. Beth Nelson
St. Claire’s Anglican MissionMeeting at St. John’s Lutheran Church424 W. WashingtonRushville, IL 62681(217) 223-8934Father Lewis Payne, SSC
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St. John’s Lutheran Church424 W. WashingtonRushville, IL 62681(217) 322-4237Joe Eckman, Pastor
St. Rose Catholic Church 319 N. FranklinRushville, IL 62681(217) 322-3424Father Thomas Tibainuguka
Sugar Grove United Methodist ChurchRev. Beth Nelson
The Church of the Nazarene 621 E. WashingtonRushville, IL 62681(217) 322-3095Pastor Fred Fritz
The Love CenterSheldons Grove Blacktop(309) 329-3445Pastor Nedra Bollinger
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CLUBS ANDORGANIZATIONS
This special issue of the Schuyler County Visitors Guide is dedicated to the memory of Clark Moreland. Clark left a legacy created by his generous spirit with its unique capacity to discover the best in people, to unite people in a common goal, and to celebrate their accomplishments. We will miss Clark’s dedication, his appreciation of life and his wonderful humor that he brought to all facets of his life and shared with others. Clark was dedicated to his family, his church, and his community. Clark Moreland was a trusted friend, an outstanding citizen and a talented community leader in every endeavor.
DedicationClark Morelandschuylercountyillinois.com
For More Information onSchuyler County Clubs andOrganizations Please Visit
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S P O O N R I V E R C O L L E G E
Indulge a wide range of interests, or take the targeted approach. Earn an associate degree, get the credits you need to transfer to a four-year college, learn a new career, or take some professional development courses to advance your career. It’s all waiting for you at Spoon River College.
We’ve been serving west central Illinois for over 50 years and are proud to be a part of the life and community of Schuyler County.
The staff at the Spoon River College Rushville Center are ready to help you reach your education and career goals. Stop by or call them today.
Rushville Center706 Maple Avenue(217) 322-6060www.src.edu
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Beardstown 1 Plaza Drive217-323-9455
Rushville 116 ½ S Congress217-322-3399
Lewistown 293 N Main309-547-5100
Industry 102 W Main309-254-3800
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Scripps Park Golf Course was originally built as a 9-hole course in 1923. The original 9 has many rolling fairways with bunkered greens and challenging water hazards.
In 2002 the course expanded to 18 holes with the back 9 having the open feeling of a “links style” course. The wide fairways and creative hazards complement the demanding greens.
All 18 holes are irrigated and provide consistent play from early spring to late fall. The course is long enough to be enjoyably challenging but easily accessible to walkers as well as cart players.
You can purchase annual individual or family passes or pay by the round. Cart rental and a well-stocked pro shop is available. The course can also accommodate groups and corporate outings.
Please call 217-322-4444 for information.
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Thin Crust and “Chicago Style” Pizza Large Variety of Sandwiches & Hot Wraps Pasta Dinners Fresh Salad Bar & Specialty Salads Daily Soup Specials (Oct-Mar)
We accept Mastercard, Visa, & Discover
416 W. Clinton St., RushvilleJust east of the 24/67 Jct.
217-322-6297www.PizzaUnlimited.com
Serving this community for the past
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Shiela Ward, Owner/Manager
Dine In Carry Out Local Delivery
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