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About
The Uptowner is an event venue at 623 Monroe Ave, Charleston, IL 61920. It is in Coles County, about 109 miles from Evansville.
- Address
- 623 Monroe Ave, Charleston, IL 61920
- Phone
- (217) 345-3505
- County
- Coles County
- Distance
- about 109 miles from Evansville (straight line)
About Charleston
Charleston is a city in Coles County, Illinois, with a population of about 17,200. Settled in 1826 and named after its first postmaster Charles Morton, Charleston has a rich history including ties to Abraham Lincoln, who took part in a famous debate here in 1858. The city covers nearly 10 square miles and is known for Eastern Illinois University and its historic Lincoln-Douglas debate site. Visitors can explore landmarks like the Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site and the Coles County Courthouse. Outdoor activities are available at Lake Charleston and Fox Ridge State Park. Charleston is accessible by road, and nearby cities include St. Louis, about 124 miles away.
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 The Uptowner located?
- The Uptowner is at 623 Monroe Ave, 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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