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Enjoy Mt. Vernon Conveniently located where I-64 meets I-57—come Stay. Dine. Discover. Mt. Vernon’s best-kept gems are waiting for you. Louis, MO and west of Evansville, IN.
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Located at the crossroads of I-64 and I-57, Mt. Vernon, Illinois is uniquely situated in the center of the Heartland just 60 miles east of St. As a hub for travelers we are proud to nearly 1000 hotel rooms, more than 50 restaurants and a creative Midwestern charm. With a mission to celebrate creativity in both work and play, our community welcomes you to enjoy life with us! At attractions like Cedarhurst Center for the Arts or one of our many parks, you can enjoy the outdoor beauty of the Mt. Vernon area or view/interact with world renowned artwork. Time travel to eras gone by as you visit the Jefferson County Historical Village or the Hall of Honor & Military Museum. And this is just the beginning...

So, take a break from the road or take your family on local getaway to enjoy Mt. Vernon, where everyday is an opportunity to enjoy life! For more information or to book your trip visit enjoymtvernon.com!

We need answers. 🍰What’s the BEST dessert in Mt. Vernon?Not just the restaurant. We want the exact order.Cheesecake? Pie...
10/14/2026

We need answers. 🍰
What’s the BEST dessert in Mt. Vernon?

Not just the restaurant. We want the exact order.

Cheesecake? Pie? Ice cream? Cookies? Something ridiculously chocolatey?

Drop your pick below and give the rest of us something to crave. 👇

Consider this your sign to make some plans. 👀There’s plenty happening around Mt. Vernon, and we’ve put it all in one pla...
10/12/2026

Consider this your sign to make some plans. 👀

There’s plenty happening around Mt. Vernon, and we’ve put it all in one place.

📅 See what’s coming up:
https://events.mtvernon.com/events

Find something fun. Grab somebody. Go do it.

🎉 Celebrating 80 Years of Preserving Our History! 🎉Congratulations to the Jefferson County Historical Society on 80 incr...
10/12/2026

🎉 Celebrating 80 Years of Preserving Our History! 🎉

Congratulations to the Jefferson County Historical Society on 80 incredible years of preserving, sharing, and celebrating the stories that make our community so special! ❤️

For eight decades, this dedicated organization and its members have worked to keep Jefferson County's rich history alive, connecting generations through the people, places, and stories that shaped our home.

We are so fortunate to have the Jefferson County Historical Society as part of our community, and we are grateful for the passion and dedication they bring to preserving our heritage for future generations.

From all of us at Enjoy Mt. Vernon, HAPPY 80TH ANNIVERSARY! 🎂🎉

Here's to 80 years of history — and many more years of stories worth sharing!

Paperback, hardcover, mystery, romance, history… or that book you bought six months ago and swear you’re going to finish...
10/10/2026

Paperback, hardcover, mystery, romance, history… or that book you bought six months ago and swear you’re going to finish. 📚

For Bookshop Day, tell us:
Where’s your favorite place to find your next read in Mt. Vernon?

Okay, Mt. Vernon. This one could start some arguments. 🍕🍺You get ONE pizza and ONE cold drink tonight.Where are you goin...
10/09/2026

Okay, Mt. Vernon. This one could start some arguments. 🍕🍺

You get ONE pizza and ONE cold drink tonight.

Where are you going and what are you ordering?
Sound off below. 👇

🕰️ HISTORY COMES TO LIFE TODAY.Head to the Jefferson County Historical Village for Heritage Festival and experience a li...
10/03/2026

🕰️ HISTORY COMES TO LIFE TODAY.

Head to the Jefferson County Historical Village for Heritage Festival and experience a little piece of the past.

Explore the historic village, see demonstrations, listen to live music, grab something to eat and browse artisan vendors showcasing their crafts.

It's a chance to do more than learn about history — you can experience it.
📍 Jefferson County Historical Village https://events.mtvernon.com/events/Detail/2026-10-03-1000-Heritage-Festival

10/01/2026

Join us for a free Shakespeare performance at The Commons! All are welcome. Bring lawnchairs and blankets. No tickets necessary. Presented by C.E. Brehm Memorial Public Library District, . Vernon Tourism, and Stone Soup Shakespeare. October 1st at 6 p.m.

Address

123 S. 10th Street, Suite 503
Mount Vernon, IL
62864

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

1(618)242-3151

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