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William Jennings Bryan Boyhood Home is an event venue at 412 S Broadway Ave, Salem, IL 62881. It is in Marion County, about 67 miles from St. Louis.
- Address
- 412 S Broadway Ave, Salem, IL 62881
- County
- Marion County
- Highways
- U.S. Route 50, Illinois Route 37, Interstate 57
- Distance
- about 67 miles from St. Louis (straight line)
About Salem
Salem is a city in central Marion County, Illinois, with a population of about 7,341. Established in 1823, it serves as the county seat and lies along U.S. Highway 50, midway between the Indiana and Missouri borders. Salem grew in the late 1930s due to local oil production. The town is known as the birthplace of William Jennings Bryan, a prominent politician and U.S. Secretary of State. Nearby historic landmarks include the Charles and Naomi Bachmann House and the Badollet House. Visitors can reach Salem via U.S. Route 50, Illinois Route 37, or Interstate 57. The city covers over 7 square miles and features Town Creek, part of the Kaskaskia River watershed. Nearby cities include St. Louis, about 67 miles away.
Getting there
- Highways
- U.S. Route 50, Illinois Route 37, Interstate 57
Around Salem
- Charles and Naomi Bachmann House: Listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
- Badollet House: Recognized historic building in Salem.
- William Jennings Bryan Boyhood Home: Birthplace of the notable politician and U.S. Secretary of State.
- Grace Methodist Church: Historic church listed on the National Register.
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Frequently Asked
- Where is William Jennings Bryan Boyhood Home located?
- William Jennings Bryan Boyhood Home is at 412 S Broadway Ave, Salem, IL 62881, in Marion County.
- How do I get to William Jennings Bryan Boyhood Home?
- Salem is served by U.S. Route 50, Illinois Route 37, Interstate 57. It is about 67 miles from St. Louis.
- What is there to see in Salem?
- Places to see in Salem include Charles and Naomi Bachmann House, Badollet House, William Jennings Bryan Boyhood Home, Grace Methodist Church.
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