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National Road Interpretive Center is an event venue at 106 S 5th St, Vandalia, IL 62471. It is in Fayette County, about 63 miles from St. Louis.
- Address
- 106 S 5th St, Vandalia, IL 62471
- Phone
- (618) 283-9380
- 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
Vandalia is a small city in Fayette County, Illinois, with a population of just over 6,000. Founded in 1819, it was the state capital of Illinois until 1839. Vandalia is known as the western end of the National Road, the first federal highway connecting the East Coast to the interior. The city sits on the Kaskaskia River in east-central Illinois and covers about 8 square miles. It is accessible via Interstate 70, U.S. Route 40, and U.S. Route 51. Vandalia is about 60 miles northeast of the Greater St. Louis area. Nearby, visitors can explore the historic Vandalia State House, built in 1836, which reflects the city’s early role in Illinois history.
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 National Road Interpretive Center located?
- National Road Interpretive Center is at 106 S 5th St, Vandalia, IL 62471, in Fayette County.
- How do I get to National Road Interpretive Center?
- 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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