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Saline County Fairgrounds East Entrance is an event venue at 1500-1564 N Main St, Harrisburg, IL 62946. It is in Saline County, about 45 miles from Paducah.
- Address
- 1500-1564 N Main St, Harrisburg, IL 62946
- County
- Saline County
- Highways
- U.S. Route 45, Illinois Route 13, Illinois Route 145, Illinois Route 34
- Distance
- about 45 miles from Paducah (straight line)
About Harrisburg
Harrisburg is a city in Saline County, Illinois, with a population of about 8,600. Incorporated in 1889, it sits in Southern Illinois near the Saline River valley and is known as the gateway to the Shawnee National Forest. The area was originally home to Algonquian tribes before European settlers arrived. Harrisburg grew through industries like coal mining, brick factories, and sawmills. It played a key role as a coal distribution hub in the Midwest. The city is accessible via U.S. Route 45 and Illinois Routes 13, 34, and 145. Nearby landmarks include the historic Crenshaw House and Crusoe’s Island, a sandstone bluff overlooking the river valley. Evansville, Indiana, is about 55 miles northeast.
Getting there
- Highways
- U.S. Route 45, Illinois Route 13, Illinois Route 145, Illinois Route 34
- Rail and air
- Historically served by the Cairo and Vincennes Railroad; current rail and air details not specified.
- Nearest city
- Evansville, Indiana (about 55 miles northeast)
Around Harrisburg
- Crenshaw House (Old Slave House): Historic site known for its connection to slavery.
- 60-foot sandstone bluff called Crusoe's Island: Geographical feature overlooking the Saline River valley.
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Frequently Asked
- Where is Saline County Fairgrounds East Entrance located?
- Saline County Fairgrounds East Entrance is at 1500-1564 N Main St, Harrisburg, IL 62946, in Saline County.
- How do I get to Saline County Fairgrounds East Entrance?
- Harrisburg is served by U.S. Route 45, Illinois Route 13, Illinois Route 145, Illinois Route 34. It is about 45 miles from Paducah.
- What is there to see in Harrisburg?
- Places to see in Harrisburg include Crenshaw House (Old Slave House), 60-foot sandstone bluff called Crusoe's Island.
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