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Centralia Recreation Complex is an event venue at 115 E 2nd St, Centralia, IL 62801. It is about 59 miles from St. Louis.
- Address
- 115 E 2nd St, Centralia, IL 62801
- Phone
- (618) 532-3214
- Counties
- Clinton, Jefferson, Marion, Washington
- Highways
- Interstate 64, Interstate 57, Highway 51
- Distance
- about 59 miles from St. Louis (straight line)
About Centralia
Centralia is a city in Illinois spanning four counties: Marion, Clinton, Jefferson, and Washington. Founded in 1853 at the junction of two Illinois Central Railroad branches, it was named after the railroad. Centralia is known for its railroad origins, historic mining disaster in 1947, and notable landmarks like the large Centralia Carillon and historic downtown architecture. The city lies about 60 miles east of St. Louis and covers over nine square miles. Visitors can reach Centralia via Interstate 64, Interstate 57, or Highway 51. The Centralia Municipal Airport also serves the area. Nearby attractions include Foundation Park and Raccoon Lake, offering outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and boating.
Getting there
- Highways
- Interstate 64, Interstate 57, Highway 51
- Rail and air
- Centralia Municipal Airport serves the city; rail lines are owned by Canadian National.
- Nearest city
- St. Louis, Missouri
Around Centralia
- Centralia Carillon: A large carillon with 65 bells, ranked eighth largest worldwide, located in Foundation Park.
- Fairview Park Steam Locomotive: One of two remaining Illinois Central Railroad 2500-class steam locomotives on display.
- Langenfeld Hotel: Historic hotel established in 1912, featured on postcards and part of the Commercial Historic District.
- Centralia Sentinel Building: Houses the local newspaper and features Egyptian Revival architecture.
- Foundation Park: A 235-acre park with hiking trails, fishing ponds, disc golf, and hosts the annual Balloon Fest and Fantasy of Lights.
- Fairview Park: Features sports fields, tennis courts, skate park, swimming pool, playgrounds, and picnic shelters.
- Centralia Recreational Complex: Indoor facility with walking track, basketball courts, swimming pools, and exercise rooms.
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Frequently Asked
- Where is Centralia Recreation Complex located?
- Centralia Recreation Complex is at 115 E 2nd St, Centralia, IL 62801.
- How do I get to Centralia Recreation Complex?
- Centralia is served by Interstate 64, Interstate 57, Highway 51. It is about 59 miles from St. Louis.
- What is there to see in Centralia?
- Places to see in Centralia include Centralia Carillon, Fairview Park Steam Locomotive, Langenfeld Hotel, Centralia Sentinel Building, Foundation Park.
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