The 1820 Col. Benjamin Stephenson House opens an enchanting window on cultural, political, and architectural developments during the early history of Illinois. Built-in 1820 by skilled craftsmen and the Stephenson family’s indentured servants, it was…

If we as a society have learned anything from 90s sitcoms, it’s that the most fascinating and important events of our life happen in coffee shops. 222 provides the ultimate coffeeshop for “friends” to go…

Whether it be hiking or biking the extensive Edwardsville trail system, watching a ball game in St. Louis, or touring the idyllic Southern Illinois campus, weary travelers and locals have one thing in common. The…

If there is one thing the Midwest is known for, it’s barbeque. Mouth-watering slow-cooked meat is on the itinerary for nearly anyone embarking through America’s heartland. Traveling in or near Southwestern Illinois? Rest assured because…

The Edwardsville Arts Center features local, regional, and national artist in the exhibit hall. Our programming includes: Education – offering classes for children and adults in a variety of mediums. Exhibtions – presenting 8-10 exhibitions…

We are a fine arts gallery located in Edwardsville, IL specializing in solo exhibits particularly, with local artists from the area. In addition to the solo exhibits, the gallery also represents approximately 30 other artists…

Peel was founded by two fascinating Edwardsville culinary adventurers, Patrick Thirion and Brandon Case, and is THE place in the area for delicious pizza. Patrick Thiron cut his teeth in culinary school (Sullivan University) in…

The grand Wildey Theatre in Edwardsville, Illinois represents a fantastic venue in which you can step into history. Quite literally, in fact, because the theatre was designated a local historic landmark in 1984. Originally operating…