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White County Historical Society Museum is an event venue at 213 E Main St, Carmi, IL 62821. It is in White County, about 34 miles from Evansville.
- Address
- 213 E Main St, Carmi, IL 62821
- Phone
- (618) 382-8425
- County
- White County
- Distance
- about 34 miles from Evansville (straight line)
About Carmi
Carmi is a small city in southern Illinois and serves as the county seat of White County. With a population of just under 5,000, it covers about 2.53 square miles, mostly land, and lies along the Little Wabash River. Carmi has a long history, with a post office operating since 1817. The city is known for its 1939 WPA mural titled Service to the Farmer, created by Davenport Griffen, which is displayed in the Carmi Post Office. Visitors can reach Carmi by traveling from nearby cities such as Evansville, about 34 miles away, or Paducah, 73 miles away. The town’s biblical name adds to its unique character in the region.
Around Carmi
- Carmi Post Office: Houses the 1939 WPA mural Service to the Farmer by Davenport Griffen.
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Frequently Asked
- Where is White County Historical Society Museum located?
- White County Historical Society Museum is at 213 E Main St, Carmi, IL 62821, in White County.
- What is there to see in Carmi?
- Places to see in Carmi include Carmi Post Office.
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