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Historical Vandalia Inc/Fayette County Museum is an event venue at 301 W Main St, Vandalia, IL 62471. It is in Fayette County, about 63 miles from St. Louis.
- Address
- 301 W Main St, Vandalia, IL 62471
- Phone
- (618) 283-4866
- County
- Fayette County
- Highways
- Interstate 70, U.S. Route 40, U.S. Route 51
- Distance
- about 63 miles from St. Louis (straight line)
About Vandalia
About Vandalia Vandalia is a small city in Fayette County, Illinois, with a population of just over 6,000. Founded in 1819, it served as the state capital of Illinois until 1839. The city is known for its historic role as the western end of the National Road, the first federal highway connecting the East Coast to the interior. Vandalia is located on the Kaskaskia River in east-central Illinois and covers about eight square miles. It lies along Interstate 70, U.S. Route 40, and U.S. Route 51, making it accessible by car. Vandalia is about 60 miles northeast of the Greater St. Louis area. Nearby, visitors can explore the Vandalia State House, a historic building constructed in 1836.
Getting there
- Highways
- Interstate 70, U.S. Route 40, U.S. Route 51
- Nearest city
- Greater St. Louis area, approximately 60 miles southwest
Around Vandalia
- Vandalia State House State Historic Site: Historic state capital building constructed in 1836.
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Frequently Asked
- Where is Historical Vandalia Inc/Fayette County Museum located?
- Historical Vandalia Inc/Fayette County Museum is at 301 W Main St, Vandalia, IL 62471, in Fayette County.
- How do I get to Historical Vandalia Inc/Fayette County Museum?
- Vandalia is served by Interstate 70, U.S. Route 40, U.S. Route 51. It is about 63 miles from St. Louis.
- What is there to see in Vandalia?
- Places to see in Vandalia include Vandalia State House State Historic Site.
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