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Effingham County Cultural Center and Museum is an event venue at 100 E Jefferson Ave, Effingham, IL 62401. It is in Effingham County, about 95 miles from St. Louis.
- Address
- 100 E Jefferson Ave, Effingham, IL 62401
- Phone
- (217) 240-2471
- County
- Effingham County
- Highways
- Interstate 57, Interstate 70, U.S. Route 45, U.S. Route 40, Illinois Route 32, Illinois Route 33
- Distance
- about 95 miles from St. Louis (straight line)
About Effingham
Effingham is a city in Effingham County, Illinois, with a population of about 12,258. Settled in 1814 and originally named Broughton, it became the county seat in 1859 when government buildings moved from nearby Ewington. Known as "The Crossroads of Opportunity," Effingham sits at the junction of Interstates 57 and 70, along with several U.S. and state highways. It is also a key railroad hub served by Canadian National, CSX, and Amtrak passenger trains. The city covers roughly 10.56 square miles in South Central Illinois. Nearby landmarks include The Cross at the Crossroads, a 198-foot steel cross. Effingham is accessible by major highways and rail, making it a convenient stop for travelers in the region.
Getting there
- Highways
- Interstate 57, Interstate 70, U.S. Route 45, U.S. Route 40, Illinois Route 32, Illinois Route 33
- Rail and air
- Amtrak provides passenger rail service via the City of New Orleans, Saluki, and Illini routes; freight rail is served by Canadian National and CSX.
Around Effingham
- The Cross at the Crossroads: A 198-foot steel cross erected in 2001, claimed to be the largest in the United States.
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Frequently Asked
- Where is Effingham County Cultural Center and Museum located?
- Effingham County Cultural Center and Museum is at 100 E Jefferson Ave, Effingham, IL 62401, in Effingham County.
- How do I get to Effingham County Cultural Center and Museum?
- Effingham is served by Interstate 57, Interstate 70, U.S. Route 45, U.S. Route 40, Illinois Route 32, Illinois Route 33. It is about 95 miles from St. Louis.
- What is there to see in Effingham?
- Places to see in Effingham include The Cross at the Crossroads.
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