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Wayne County Historical Society is an event venue at 300 SE 2nd St, Fairfield, IL 62837. It is in Wayne County, about 52 miles from Evansville.
- Address
- 300 SE 2nd St, Fairfield, IL 62837
- Phone
- (618) 842-3544
- County
- Wayne County
- Distance
- about 52 miles from Evansville (straight line)
About Fairfield
Fairfield is a small town in Wayne County, Illinois, with a population of about 4,658. It is known as the hometown of the Shelton Brothers Gang, who were infamous bootleggers in Southern Illinois during the early 1900s. The gang controlled vice from Peoria southward before conflicts with the Chicago mob led to their downfall. Fairfield serves as the county seat and is home to Frontier Community College. The town covers just over four square miles and is located in Southern Illinois. Visitors can reach Fairfield by traveling from nearby cities such as Evansville, about 52 miles away, or St. Louis, roughly 100 miles to the west. The area offers a glimpse into local history and a friendly community atmosphere.
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- Where is Wayne County Historical Society located?
- Wayne County Historical Society is at 300 SE 2nd St, Fairfield, IL 62837, in Wayne County.
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