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About
O‘Brien Field is an event venue at Grant Ave & 4th st, Charleston, IL 61920. It is in Coles County, about 109 miles from Evansville.
- Address
- Grant Ave & 4th st, Charleston, IL 61920
- Phone
- (217) 581-2106
- County
- Coles County
- Distance
- about 109 miles from Evansville (straight line)
About Charleston
Charleston, Illinois, is a small city in Coles County with a population of about 17,200. Incorporated in 1865, it has a rich history including Native American roots and ties to Abraham Lincoln, who took part in a famous 1858 debate here. The city is known for Eastern Illinois University, the Lincoln-Douglas debate site, and its manufacturing enterprise zone. Visitors can explore nearby landmarks like the Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site and the Coles County Courthouse. Outdoor activities are available at Fox Ridge State Park and Lake Charleston, a 330-acre lake with trails and boating. Charleston is about 124 miles from St. Louis, making it accessible for travelers coming by car.
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 O‘Brien Field located?
- O‘Brien Field is at Grant Ave & 4th 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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