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The Lantern in The Gardens at SIUE is an event venue at 6 Arboretum Ln, Edwardsville, IL 62025. Events include daily visits, Preview SIUE, virtual academic sessions. It is in Madison County, about 16 miles from St. Louis.
The Lantern in The Gardens at SIUE is located in Edwardsville, Illinois. It offers daily visits for prospective students and guests. The venue hosts Preview SIUE events and provides virtual academic sessions. Group visits are available, along with off-campus and virtual options for those unable to attend in person. Additional details about parking will be provided after scheduling a tour or registering for a visit program.
- Address
- 6 Arboretum Ln, Edwardsville, IL 62025
- Phone
- (618) 650-3070
- Parking
- Additional details about parking will be provided after scheduling a tour or registering for a visit program.
- County
- Madison County
- Distance
- about 16 miles from St. Louis (straight line)
- Book or inquire
- https://admissions.siue.edu/portal/undergraduate-visits?tab=dropdown1b
About Edwardsville
Edwardsville is a city in Madison County, Illinois, with a population of about 26,500. Settled in 1805 and incorporated in 1818, it was named after Ninian Edwards, the territorial governor of Illinois. The city played a key role in early Illinois settlement as the starting point of the Edwards Trace trail. Edwardsville is known for its historic districts, including Leclaire, a former model workers' village, and Saint Louis Street, which features over 50 historic homes. It is also home to Prairie Farms Dairy and Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. Located in the Metro East region, Edwardsville is about 16 miles from St. Louis, providing easy access by air and rail. Nearby landmarks include the Madison County Courthouse and Leclaire Park.
Getting there
- Rail and air
- Close to St. Louis providing regional air and rail access
- Nearest city
- St. Louis
Around Edwardsville
- Leclaire Historic District: A former model workers' village with a lake, park, baseball field, and the Children's Museum in the old schoolhouse.
- Saint Louis Street Historic District: A mile-long street with over 50 historic homes dating from the 19th and early 20th centuries.
- Madison County Courthouse: A neoclassical white marble building constructed between 1913 and 1915.
- N. O. Nelson Campus of Lewis and Clark Community College: Renovated former factory buildings from the Nelson plumbing factories.
- Leclaire Park: Includes a lake, park area, and recreational facilities.
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Frequently Asked
- Where is The Lantern in The Gardens at SIUE located?
- The Lantern in The Gardens at SIUE is at 6 Arboretum Ln, Edwardsville, IL 62025, in Madison County.
- What kinds of events does The Lantern in The Gardens at SIUE host?
- daily visits, Preview SIUE, virtual academic sessions, group visits, off-campus and virtual options.
- Is there parking at The Lantern in The Gardens at SIUE?
- Additional details about parking will be provided after scheduling a tour or registering for a visit program..
- How do I book The Lantern in The Gardens at SIUE?
- Register for a visit program to explore the campus.
- What is there to see in Edwardsville?
- Places to see in Edwardsville include Leclaire Historic District, Saint Louis Street Historic District, Madison County Courthouse, N. O. Nelson Campus of Lewis and Clark Community College, Leclaire Park.
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