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Elks Lodge #623 is an event venue at 720 6th St, Charleston, IL 61920. It is in Coles County, about 109 miles from Evansville.
- Address
- 720 6th St, Charleston, IL 61920
- Phone
- (217) 345-2646
- County
- Coles County
- Distance
- about 109 miles from Evansville (straight line)
About Charleston
Charleston is a city in Coles County, Illinois, with a population of about 17,200. Incorporated in 1865, it was first settled in 1826 and named after Charles Morton, the first postmaster. The area has deep historical ties to Abraham Lincoln, who participated in a famous 1858 debate here. Charleston is known for Eastern Illinois University, which enrolls around 8,100 students, and its role as an enterprise zone attracting manufacturing businesses. Visitors can explore landmarks like the Lincoln Douglas Debate Museum and the Coles County Courthouse. Outdoor activities are available at Lake Charleston and Fox Ridge State Park. The city covers nearly 10 square miles and is accessible by road, with major airports located in cities such as St. Louis, about 124 miles away.
Getting there
- Rail and air
- No specific rail or air transport details provided.
Around Charleston
- Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site: Restored log cabin of Thomas Lincoln located 8 miles south of Charleston with living history museum.
- Coles County Courthouse: Site where Abraham Lincoln frequently visited and argued legal cases.
- Lincoln Douglas Debate Museum: Museum located at the site of the 1858 Lincoln-Douglas debate.
- Fox Ridge State Park: A state park offering natural outdoor recreation.
- Lake Charleston: A 330-acre lake with fishing, boating, and multiple trails including a 3.6-mile loop.
- Morton Park
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Frequently Asked
- Where is Elks Lodge #623 located?
- Elks Lodge #623 is at 720 6th St, Charleston, IL 61920, in Coles County.
- What is there to see in Charleston?
- Places to see in Charleston include Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site, Coles County Courthouse, Lincoln Douglas Debate Museum, Fox Ridge State Park, Lake Charleston.
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