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Welcome to
Schuyler County!
Table of Contents
5 Welcome
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
Brought to you by:
102 South Congress
PO Box 200
Rushville, IL 62681
217-322-4734
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For additional travel information please
contact [email protected] or visit
www.schuylercountyillinois.com
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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.
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.
Welcome to Schuyler County, Illinois
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!
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2010
Rushville Calendar of Events
March
18-21
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Rushville Industry High School Spring Musical
“Little Shop of Horrors” at the Middle School
gymnasium (217) 322-4311
Littleton Easter Egg Hunt, 11:00 am
End of Light Goose Season
April
3
12
23-24
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May
5-6
9
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Annual Rushville Easter Egg Hunt sponsored by the
Rushville Masonic Lodge and Rushville Moose Lodge
at the Schuyler County Fairgrounds
Turkey Season Begins
Dinner Theater at Phoenix
First United Methodist Church Spring Salad Luncheon
Flea Market at Schuy-Rush Park
Mother’s Day
End of Turkey Season
Memorial Day
June
Pinocchio presented by
Pandora’s Playhouse at the
Phoenix Opera House
Flea Market at Schuy-Rush Park
Father’s Day
Annual Father’s Day Car, Truck & Bike
Show on the Square in Rushville
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Late Knight Cruisers Annual Car
Show on the Square in Rushville
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University of Illinois Extension 4-H
Fair at Schuyler County Fairgrounds (217) 322-3381
29-July 4 Schuyler County Fair
3-5 5-6 20
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July
1-4
3-4
23-25
Schuyler County Fair
Flea Market at Schuy-Rush Park
Theater Under the Stars at Schuy-Rush Park
August
7-8
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Flea Market at Schuy-Rush Park
September
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4-5
5
11
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First Dove Season
Flea Market, Schuy-Rush Park
Late Knight Cruisers Cruise Night
on the Square in Rushville
Late Knight Cruisers Annual Fall Car
Cruise In 6-8pm. Guided Cruise 6:30pm.
91st Annual Smiles Day
October
1–Jan. 14
2-3
21-24
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Archery Deer Hunting Season
Flea Market at Schuy-Rush Park
Fall Shotgun Turkey Season
Littleton Halloween Carnival
November
6-Jan. 4
19-21
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Upland Game Season
Firearm Deer Season
Lighting Ceremony & Little Miss Christmas
Pageant at Central Park, Rushville
December
2-5
9-11
9-11
Firearm Deer Season
Muzzle Loader Deer Season
Madrigal. For Tickets Call 217-322-4555
January 2011
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End of Upland Game Season
End of Archery Deer Season
Non-antler Deer Season
Schuyler Arts Council Annual Gala,
performance by Prairie Folklore Theatre,
Lincoln Tales Tall and True
End of Canadian Goose Season
www.bestillinoishunts.com
February 2011
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Snow and White Fronted Geese Season
Event dates and information are subject to change. For additional information,
please visit the Rushville State Bank Community Calendar at
www.rushvillestatebank.com
or call Rushville State Bank at 217-322-3323.
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Militiaman Lincoln
Abraham Lincoln’s defeat in a wrestling match
is one of the most celebrated stories from his
service in the Black Hawk Indian War.
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.”
By Bryon Andreason, Abraham Lincoln
Presidential Library & Museum
Black Hawk slept in an adjoining berth to William A. Scripps
Chief Black Hawk
Courtesy of the Abraham
Lincoln Presidential Library
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 Bryon Andreason, Abraham Lincoln
by Rushville native Edward W. Scripps.
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 Lincoln
Courtesy of Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library
William
Armiger
Scripps
1832
Courtesy of
Cranbrook Archives
Come visit to learn more about
Lincoln in Schuyler County
Special thanks to the
Ellen Browning Scripps Foundation
www.lookingforlincoln.com
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Looking for
Lincoln in
Schuyler County!
RUSHVILLE
Abraham Lincoln
National Heritage Area
www.lookingforlincoln.com
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See actual places, hear the real stories, look for Lincoln in central Illinois!
Stay in Schuyler and Visit the Lincoln Sites
*Owned and operated by the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency
Lincoln spent almost
30 years of his life
in central Illinois.
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Schuyler Jail Museum
and Genealogical Center
Located on U.S. 24
200 South Congress • 217-322-6975
Book a tour today!
Genealogical
Center Hours
April 1st - Nov. 1st
1-5 pm Weekdays
November 1st
to April 1st
Saturday and
Sunday 1-5 pm
Museum Hours
April 1st - Nov. 1st
1-5 pm
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TOUR
SCHEDULE A
Schuyler Jail Museum
and Genealogical Center
A fascinating showcase
of pioneer life
on the Illinois
frontier.
History Comes
Alive in
Schuyler County!
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, crumbling limestone jail building into the impressive structure which houses
the Jail Museum today. Threatened with destruction, the 1858 structure 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 newspapers and philanthropy, and who in 1926 donated their
family farm to the city for use as a park.
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 records and histories of Schuyler and surrounding counties, published
genealogies, research and record books from many other states, and
microfilm copies of The Rushville Times dating from 1869.
From the beginning, the Schuyler Jail Museum has been entirely supported by private donations 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.
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.
www.schuylercountyillinois.com
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COURTHOUSE
Schuyler County
Courthouse
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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Villages
of
VILLAGES
Schuyler County
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!
LITTLETON
Littleton has the dubious distinction of having been
largely destroyed by tornadoes, not just once but
twice – in 1856 and again in 1981.
BROWNING
This 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, friendly
restaurant 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.
CAMDEN
If 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!
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.
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Theater Performances
www.schuylercountyillinois.com
or call 217-322-6136
MADRIGAL
A Christmas Tradition in Rushville
Theatre
Under
the
Stars
SchuyRush Park
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TICKETS
PURCHASE
Arts
Theater
&
Schuyler County has enjoyed a continually
growing arts community that brings a unique
charm to this rural community.
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.
Phoenix Opera House
Princess Theater
One 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.
Recently renovated and restored to its original fifties
decor, the Princess Theater is operated by a local community 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 Restoration.
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-forprofit corporation, managed by a volunteer board of directors
and supported by rental fees and public contributions. For further information, phone 217-322-4154 or Kimble Funk
at 217-322-3065.
www.schuylercountyillinois.com
Local artist works and art show events at www.localconnectionco-op.com
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Fair
Fair
Schuyler County
The 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.
June 29-July 4, 2010
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See you at the fair!
91st Annual
www.smilesday.org
Smiles Day
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.
September 24, 2010
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Lodging
Scripps Park Guest House
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.
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Schuy-Rush
Lake & Park
Lodging
The Country Cottage
RR 3 Box 95
Rushville, IL 62681
217-322-6698
Calamity Jane’s
Pleasant View Lodge
RR 3 Box 119
Rushville, IL 62681
217-322-6835
217-242-5592
www.cjaneslodge.com
Crossroads Motel
Intersection of U.S. 24 & 67
555 W. Clinton Street
Rushville, IL 62681
217-322-3369
or 217-322-6702
Firefly Cottage
RR 1, Rushville, IL 62681
217-322-2066
[email protected]
Camping
Green Gables Motel
U.S. 67, Rushville, IL 62681
217-322-4371
Hazel’s Guest House
RR 2 Box 156
Rushville, IL 62681
217-322-3197
Peace of Earth Lodge
Rt. 4 Box 41
Rushville, IL 62681
217-322-2865
www.PeaceofEarth.net
Anderson Lake
State Fish and Wildlife Area
309-759-4484
http://dnr.state.il.us/lands/landmgt/PARKS/R1/ANDERSON.HTM
Brushy Ridge MotoSports OHV Park
217-322-4950
Schuy-Rush Park
217-322-6628
Weinberg-King
State Fish & Wildlife Area
217-392-2345
http://dnr.state.il.us/lands/landmgt/PARKS/R4/WEINBERG.HTM
Teresa’s Guest House
308 E. Lafayette Street
Rushville, IL 62681
217-322-4140
309-333-1121 cell
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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.
Dining
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.
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And
Restaurants
Brown’s Restaurant
700 West Clinton Street
Rushville, IL 62681
217-322-6068
Hardee’s
Junction of U.S 67 & 24
Rushville, IL 62681
217-322-3205
Dairy Queen
330 West Clinton Street
Rushville, IL 62681
217-322-4810
Larry A’s Pizza
119 East Lafayette
Rushville, IL 62681
217-322-4999
Deb and Di’s
3 Charles Drive
Rushville, IL 62681
217-322-4528
Moreland & Devitt Snack Bar
Northwest Corner of Square
Rushville, IL 62681
217-322-3333
Route 67 Dining Club
& Sports Bar
1 Charles Street
Rushville, IL 62681
217-322-3873
Great Wall Buffet
113 West Washington Street
Rushville, IL 62681
217-322-2200
Pizza Unlimited
416 West Clinton Street
Rushville, IL 62681
217-322-6297
Subway
122 West Lafayette Street
Rushville, IL 62681
217-322-6469
River’s Edge Boat Club
RR 1, Browning, IL 62624
217-323-4780
Roger’s Bakery
231 North Liberty Street
Rushville, IL 62681
217-322-6344
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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
Welcome to
Schuyler County!
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SHOPPING
ANTIQUES
www.schuylercountyillinois.com
Gift Stores/
Specialty Items Home Décor Antiques
Always Something New
104 West Lafayette Street
Rushville, IL 62681
217-322-2550
Miss Rita’s Boutique
101 West Washington Street
Rushville, IL 62681
217-322-4201
Concord Cabinets
and Furniture
210 North Congress Street
Rushville, IL 62681
217-322-6507
Andrew’s Antiques
111 West
Washington Street
Rushville, IL 62681
217-322-3100
Drawve Quality
Home Furnishings
Junction U.S. 67 & 24
Rushville, IL 62681
217-322-6022
Rushville Antiques
and Trumpery
108 West Lafayette
Rushville, IL 62681
217-322-6871
Schuyler Scrapbook Store
South on Parkview Rd, turn left at T
Melinda Jane Interiors
RR 2 Box 19C
114 North Congress Street
Rushville, IL 62681
Rushville, IL 62681
217-242-4167
217-322-6136
South Side Home
& Kitchen Emporium
110 West Lafayette Street
Rushville, IL 62681
Baker’s Jewelry
217-322-3708
106 West Lafayette Street
Jewelry
Rushville, IL 62681
Special Touch Gift Baskets
217-322-4229
112 East Lafayette Street
Rushville, IL 62681
Knapp Jewelers
217-322-6506
107 North Liberty Street
Rushville, IL 62681
Special Touch Florals, Etc.
217-322-6028
109 North Liberty Street
Rushville, IL 62681
217-322-3348
Hardware
The Good Book
119 West Lafayette Street
Rushville, IL 62681
217-322-6886
Kerr ACE Home Center
117 West Washington Street
Rushville, IL 62681
217-322-6715
South Side Home
& Kitchen Emporium
110 West Lafayette Street
Rushville, IL 62681
217-322-3708
Variety
Dollar General
101 Rodewald Drive
Rushville, IL 62681
217-322-3131
Family Dollar Store
105 North Monroe Street
Rushville, IL 62681
217-322-2911
Shoppers Paradise
Wholesale
115 West Washington Street
Rushville, IL 62681
309-329-2958
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Knapp Jewelers
Restaurant
Jones & Perry Garage
Rushv
Strongs Grocery
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King & Hall Grocery
Schuteze Tailor
Tailor Shop
Soda Shop
hville
Boehm’s Meat Market
R Noble Grocery
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Schuyler County Map
Macomb
Augusta
Mt. Sterling
Quincy
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visit us online
www.schuylercountyillinois.com
Peoria
Havana
Anderson Lake
Conservation
Area
Sanganois
Browning
Illinois River
Landing
Fredrick
Illinois River
Landing
Springfield
Map provided by
Schuyler County Highway Dept.
121 Henninger Drive • 217-322-6029
Township & County Road
MAPS
available for $1
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Banquet and Meeting Facilities
PHOENIX OPERA HOUSE
Saved 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’S
This new restaurant on Rt. 67 has a meeting
room which will accommodate up to 40.
Reservations (217) 322-4528
“THE VIRGINIA” SCRIPPS PARK
In 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
ROUTE 67
Formerly the American Legion home, this
sports bar has a meeting room which
accommodates large groups.
Reservations (217) 322-3873
Things to See and Do!
Old Lincoln Courtroom & Museum
3rd & State Streets, Beardstown, IL t 217-323-3225
Visit the Courtroom where Abraham
Lincoln won his most celebrated case –
the “Almanac Trial” of 1858
217-323-4514 or [email protected]
www.lincolninbeardstown.org
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 Event
September 18 – 2nd Annual Trivia Night
December 18 - Christmas with our Friends
Additional Events to be announced
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7 Wayside Exhibit Sites
on the Looking for
Lincoln Heritage Trail
217-323-3442
[email protected]
Hours: 10am - 4pm Mon - Sat
April through November
Limited winter hours.
Please call for information
89 Years of Caring for the Community
“Where healthcare and community come together.”
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.
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
Pain Management
Cataract surgery
Podiatry
Gastroenterology
Pulmonary
Neurology
Urology
Orthopedics
Wound Clinic
Oncology
✓ Culbertson Gardens, our retirement
community for independent seniors
✓ Beardstown Clinics I and II
✓ Community Medical Clinic in Astoria
✓ Rushville Family Practice
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Offering Home, Auto,
Life & Health Insurance
Contact
Sherry Herald or Kala Peacock
Give Us A Call 217-322-6230
www.firstbankers.com
Conveniently Located In The Heart of Rushville
116 S. Congress Street, Rushville, IL
217-322-4378
Full Access To Our Other Locations Also!
Quincy : Macomb : Carthage : Paloma : Mendon : Springfield
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Rushville’s
Central Park
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!
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Parks
& Recreation
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.
Scripps Park
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.
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
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Park Maps
Weinberg-King
State Park
Maps
provided by
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
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
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Anderson Lake
Anderson Lake was once a private shooting ground for one of
the 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
Snow Geese at Anderson Lake
management 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) 759-4484
http://dnr.state.il.us/lands/landmgt/PARKS/R1/ANDERSON.HTM
Sanganois State FWA
The 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
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Hunting
In Schuyler County
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 Hunting
Visit Our Website
www.bestillinoishunts.com
TOUR
SCHEDULE A
La Moine River
Ecosystem Partnership
La Moine River
Ecosystem Partnership
2009 Accomplishments
•Hutchins Ecosystem Restoration
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.
•La Moine River Livestock InitiativeThe 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/Fulton County Gully
Stabilization Project: A recent grant
awarded by the IEPA is being used
to stabilize over 30 highly erodible
gullies in Fulton and McDonough
County.
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 and
riparian areas.
www.lamoineriver.org
•Restored 1 acre of hill prairie in
McDonough County.
•Conducted outreach to producers in
priority watersheds for the purposes
of encouraging conservation
practices.
•Developed a Watershed and Total
Maximum Daily Load (TMDL*) Plan
for Prairie Creek in Hancock County
•Educated 364 school children and
541 area adults about watershed
conservation and protection using
our table- top watershed model.
•Forty-four people participated in
educational canoe trips to area
wetland restoration sites (Emiquon
and Spunky Bottoms Preserves).
•Hosted two very successful river
clean-ups that enlisted LMREP
members and the general public.
•Received $1000 in educational grant
money from IEPA for watershed
education.
•Updated the LMREP website www.lamoineriver.org
La Moine River
Watershed Facts
• The La Moine River Watershed is almost
2000 square miles. (See Map) There are
14,873 urban acres, 54,490 acres of wetland and 294,496 acres of forest.
• It is the 6th largest tributary to the Illinois River.
• The river provides approximately 4.25 million gallons of water per day for
public and industrial use.
• The watershed is primarily rural with a population of approximately
68,000.
• 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 and riparian
areas.
• The watershed contains 11,285 acres of high quality natural areas
(Illinois Natural Areas Inventory sites).
• Numerous threatened and endangered species have been reported
within 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.
Contacts:
La Moine River
Ecosystem Partnership
c/o Two Rivers RC&D
P.O. Box 87
1256-C W. Washington St.
Pittsfield, IL 62363
(217) 285-4114
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Schuyler
Cou
nty
Illi
nois
Places of
Worship
Assembly of God Church
Rt. 24 – Astoria Road
RR1 Rushville, IL 62681
(217) 322-4931
Ebenezer United Methodist Church
Camden Road
Rushville, IL 62681
Directing Pastor – Dixie L. Croxton
Frederick Christian Church
(Disciples of Christ)
Frederick, IL 62639
Interim Pastor Ambrose Stump
Brooklyn United Methodist Church
Brooklyn, IL
Directing Pastor – Dixie L. Croxton
Browning Assembly of God
Vermont Street, Browning, IL 62624
Faith Christian Family Church
3 Miles West of Rushville on Route 24
RR 2, PO Box 198, Rushville, IL 62681
(217) 322-6929
Pastor Gary Kruzan
www.churchinthecornfield.org
Free Methodist Church
217 S. Liberty, Rushville, IL 62681
(217) 322-3717
Rev. John Glennon, Senior Pastor
Rosalee Ross, Associate Pastor
www.rfmchurch.org
Browning Church of Christ
Browning, IL 62624
Speakers – John Ruppel and Pat Clements
First Baptist Church
Littleton, IL 61452 (309) 257-2290
Rev. Larry Lindow, Pastor
Houston United Methodist
Directing Pastor – Dixie L. Croxton
Browning United Methodist Church
Browning, IL 62624
Rev. Beth Nelson
First Christian Church
(Disciples of Christ)
390 N. Liberty, Rushville, IL 62681
(217) 322-3363
Rev. John Sowers, Pastor
Camden United Methodist Church
Camden, IL
Directing Pastor – Dixie L. Croxton
Central Christian Church
Browning, IL 62624 (217) 323-1334
Church of Christ (Christian)
717 E. Adams, Rushville, IL 62681
(217) 322-6676
Mike Cahill, Minister
Doddsville United Methodist Church
Littleton, IL 61452
Speakers – Ron Peters and David Haney
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First Presbyterian Church
301 W. Washington
Rushville, IL 62681 (217) 322-3931
Rev. Steven Akins, Pastor
www.rushvillepresbyterian.org
First Southern Baptist Church
426 Maple Ave., Rushville, IL 62681
(217) 322-4113
Pastor Mike Hall
First United Methodist Church
PO Box 208, Rushville, IL 62681
(217) 322-3328, Rev. Steve Pichaske
www.rushvilleumc.org
Littleton United Methodist Church
Littleton, IL 61452
(217) 667-2395
Directing Pastor – Dixie L. Croxton
Rushville United Pentecostal Church
128 SW. Liberty
Rushville, IL 62681
(217) 322-4652
Larry DeSha, Pastor
Sheldon Grove United Methodist
(309) 329-2740
Rev. Beth Nelson
St. Claire’s Anglican Mission
Meeting at St. John’s Lutheran Church
424 W. Washington
Rushville, IL 62681
(217) 223-8934
Father Lewis Payne, SSC
St. John’s Lutheran Church
424 W. Washington
Rushville, IL 62681
(217) 322-4237
Joe Eckman, Pastor
St. Rose Catholic Church
319 N. Franklin
Rushville, IL 62681
(217) 322-3424
Father Thomas Tibainuguka
Sugar Grove United Methodist Church
Rev. Beth Nelson
The Church of the Nazarene
621 E. Washington
Rushville, IL 62681
(217) 322-3095
Pastor Fred Fritz
The Love Center
Sheldons Grove Blacktop
(309) 329-3445
Pastor Nedra Bollinger
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CLUBS AND
ORGANIZATIONS
For More Information on
Schuyler County Clubs and
Organizations Please Visit
schuylercountyillinois.com
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Dedication
Clark Moreland
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.
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SPOON RIVER COLLEGE
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 Center
706 Maple Avenue
(217) 322-6060
www.src.edu
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Beardstown
1 Plaza Drive
217-323-9455
Lewistown
293 N Main
309-547-5100
Rushville
116 ½ S Congress
217-322-3399
Industry
102 W Main
309-254-3800
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Scripps Park
Golf Course
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 wellstocked pro shop is available. The course can also
accommodate groups and corporate outings.
Please call 217-322-4444 for information.
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s Thin Crust and “Chicago Style” Pizza
s Large Variety of Sandwiches & Hot Wraps
s Pasta Dinners
s Fresh Salad Bar & Specialty Salads
s Daily Soup Specials (Oct-Mar)
We accept Mastercard, Visa, & Discover
217-322-6297
www.PizzaUnlimited.com
Serving this
community
for the past
15 years
Shiela Ward,
Owner/Manager
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416 W. Clinton St., Rushville
Just east of the 24/67 Jct.
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