Scott Joplin House State Historic Site
"Edwardsville visitors can travel into St. Louis for a convenient cultural day trip. The site offers a focused look at one of the most influential composers in American music."
A restored St. Louis home honoring ragtime composer Scott Joplin and his lasting musical legacy.
Edward "Ted" and Pat Jones-Confluence Point State Park
"Edwardsville residents can enjoy a scenic drive to one of the region’s most iconic natural landmarks. The park is a good fit for visitors seeking a calm, interpretive outdoor stop."
A scenic riverfront park where the Mississippi and Missouri rivers meet.
Iliniwek Village State Historic Site
"Edwardsville residents often visit for educational outings and nature observation. The site offers a low-key destination with historical and ecological interest."
A quiet Mississippi River floodplain site preserving the location of a historic Native American village.
Sappington African American Cemetery State Historic Site
"Edwardsville residents can visit as part of a broader exploration of historic sites in the metro area. It is especially appealing to those interested in preservation and African American heritage."
A historic African American cemetery preserving early regional Black heritage in St. Louis County.
Drapery and flowstone in Chimney Dome (Figure provided by A. Frierdich)
Illinois Caverns State Park
"Edwardsville visitors make the drive for unique cave tours and to experience the region's natural history."
A unique state park featuring Illinois' only commercial cave open to the public.
Mastodon State Historic Site
"Edwardsville travelers can visit for a regional history outing that is both educational and easy to plan. The site’s museum and fossil exhibits make it a distinctive stop in the metro area."
An Ice Age fossil site and museum in eastern Missouri.