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Saline County Fairgrounds is an event venue at 200-598 Dorris Heights Rd, Harrisburg, IL 62946. It is in Saline County, about 45 miles from Paducah.
- Address
- 200-598 Dorris Heights Rd, 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, known for timbered bluffs and lowlands. Originally inhabited by Algonquian tribes, Harrisburg grew through coal mining, brick factories, and sawmills, becoming a major coal distribution hub in the Midwest. It is recognized as the gateway to the Shawnee National Forest and has historical ties to events like the 1937 Ohio River flood and the 2012 EF4 tornado. Visitors can reach Harrisburg via U.S. Route 45 and Illinois Routes 13, 34, and 145. Nearby cities include Evansville, Indiana, about 55 miles northeast. Notable landmarks include the Crenshaw House and Crusoe’s Island bluff.
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 located?
- Saline County Fairgrounds is at 200-598 Dorris Heights Rd, Harrisburg, IL 62946, in Saline County.
- How do I get to Saline County Fairgrounds?
- 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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