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About
KFS Events is an event venue at 2711 N Park Ave, Herrin, IL 62948. It is in Williamson County, about 55 miles from Paducah.
- Address
- 2711 N Park Ave, Herrin, IL 62948
- Phone
- (618) 988-1844
- County
- Williamson County
- Distance
- about 55 miles from Paducah (straight line)
About Herrin
About Herrin Herrin is a city in Williamson County, Illinois, with a population of about 12,271. It began as scattered settlers on Herring’s Prairie and grew around coal mining starting in the 1890s. Herrin was incorporated as a city in 1900 and is known for its coal mining history and the 1922 Herrin massacre. The city covers nearly 9.5 square miles in southern Illinois. Visitors can reach Herrin by the local shortline railroad operated by AMS Services or via the nearby Herrin-Marion airport. The city is close to Marion, Illinois, and within driving distance of larger cities like St. Louis and Evansville. Herrin is also home to White City Park, a historic recreational area opened in 1924.
Getting there
- Rail and air
- Local shortline railroad operated by AMS Services; Herrin-Marion airport nearby
- Nearest city
- Marion, Illinois
Around Herrin
- White City Park: A recreational park opened in 1924 featuring a saltwater swimming pool, rides, and a theater where famous musicians performed.
- Herrin Railroad: Originally part of the Chicago and Carbondale Railroad, now operated as a shortline serving local industries.
- White City Park: Historic park with swimming pool and entertainment facilities.
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Frequently Asked
- Where is KFS Events located?
- KFS Events is at 2711 N Park Ave, Herrin, IL 62948, in Williamson County.
- What is there to see in Herrin?
- Places to see in Herrin include White City Park, Herrin Railroad, White City Park.
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