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Murphysboro Youth & Recreation Center is an event venue at 1818 Walnut St, Murphysboro, IL 62966. It is in Jackson County, about 62 miles from Paducah.
- Address
- 1818 Walnut St, Murphysboro, IL 62966
- Phone
- (618) 684-8243
- County
- Jackson County
- Distance
- about 62 miles from Paducah (straight line)
About Murphysboro
Murphysboro is a small city in southern Illinois, serving as the county seat of Jackson County. Incorporated in 1843, it was named after William C. Murphy. The town has a rich history, including being the site of the deadliest tornado event in U.S. history and home to Major General John A. Logan, who helped establish Memorial Day. Covering just over five square miles, Murphysboro lies near Kinkaid Lake and about 10 miles east of the Mississippi River. Visitors can reach Murphysboro by JAX Mass Transit buses from nearby Carbondale. Nearby attractions include historic landmarks like the General John A. Logan Museum and Riverside Park, as well as Giant City State Park, known for its natural beauty and connection to the 2017 solar eclipse.
Getting there
- Rail and air
- JAX Mass Transit provides bus service connecting Murphysboro and Carbondale.
- Nearest city
- Carbondale
Around Murphysboro
- General John A. Logan Museum: Museum dedicated to the Civil War general and politician, located in the Logan Museum Neighborhood.
- Riverside Park Band Shell: A Works Progress Administration project and architectural treasure.
- Robert W. Hamilton House: A well-preserved example of 19th-century Carpenter Gothic architecture.
- Liberty Theater: Historic theater now used for film festivals, concerts, and nostalgia events.
- Giant City State Park: Near the point of longest duration of the 2017 solar eclipse.
- Riverside Park: Features the historic band shell and outdoor event space.
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Frequently Asked
- Where is Murphysboro Youth & Recreation Center located?
- Murphysboro Youth & Recreation Center is at 1818 Walnut St, Murphysboro, IL 62966, in Jackson County.
- What is there to see in Murphysboro?
- Places to see in Murphysboro include General John A. Logan Museum, Riverside Park Band Shell, Robert W. Hamilton House, Liberty Theater, Giant City State Park.
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