Did you know? The Jefferson County Historical Village was founded in 1946 by citizens with hopes to preserve artifacts of the past. Today, the Historical Village holds a calaboose jail, Mt. Olive Church, medical building, print shop, a ​one-room schoolhouse, cabins, a general store, blacksmith shop, and museum. . . . #bicentennialtriviatuesday #EnjoyMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois

From Awesome Art at the C.E. Brehm Memorial Library to Fish Frys and everything in between, it’s going to be a fun week here in Mt. Vernon, Illinois! For more information about these events, visit our website at http://www.enjoymtvernon.com/events. . . . #EnjoyMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois

We provide a wholesome, homegrown experience that will keep you coming back for years to come! http://www.enjoymtvernon.com . . . #EnjoyMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois

Looking to book a hotel room for your summer vacation? It’s time to enjoy the comfort and luxury of Drury Inn & Suites. Located right off the I-57, this location is ready to serve you! For more information, visit our website at http://www.enjoymtvernon.com/business/70/drury-inn-and-suites #EnjoyMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois

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“We thought we were just having fun, but it turns out we created memories.” Come and make some lifelong memories with us in Mt. Vernon, Illinois! http://www.enjoymtvernon.com/ #EnjoyMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois

Did you know? Every other year, The Mt. Vernon Outland Airport is host to the AirVenture Cup Race, where nearly 100 airplanes fly out from the airport to Wausau, Wisconsin. The Mt. Vernon Outland Airport will be hosting this event this coming Saturday and Sunday! For more information, give our office a call at (618) 242 - 3151. #bicentennialtriviatuesday #EnjoyMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois

Who’s ready for another fun-filled week in Mt. Vernon, Illinois? We know that we are! Check out some of the awesome local events that are happening this week. http://www.enjoymtvernon.com/ . . . #mtvil200 #enjoyillinois #EnjoyMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois

It’s time to leap into the weekend! What are your plans for this weekend? If you are at a loss on what to do, visit our website at http://www.enjoymtvernon.com/ and come enjoy some time in Mt. Vernon, Illinois! . . . #EnjoyMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois #weekendplans

Summer is in full swing and Mt. Vernon, Illinois is loving every minute of it. From unique events to the Aquatic Zoo to the one-of-a-kind shops and restaurants, we invite you to come and enjoy your summer with us. http://www.enjoymtvernon.com/ #EnjoyMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois #summervacation #summertime

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On February 6th, 1989, Danny Hamilton and James Chauncey purchased what is now, The Frosty Mug Bar & Grill. Today, this popular Mt. Vernon eatery is serving up delicious food, cold beverages, and an atmosphere that can't be beat! Read more about "The Frosty" by reading our blog! http://www.enjoymtvernon.com/blog/53/the-frosty-mug%3A-mt.-vernons-bbq . . . #EnjoyMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois #BBQ #TheFrostyMugBarandGrill

Did you know? With 3,600 employees, Continental Tire the Americas, LLC (CTA) is the anchor of manufacturers in Jefferson County. CTA produces approximately 13.4 million passenger tires and 3.15 million truck and utility vehicle tires per year. CTA is a top line manufacturer utilizing robotics and modernization techniques where applicable. #bicentennialtriviatuesday #EnjoyMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois

Come and enjoy what’s happening in Mt. Vernon, Illinois this week! There is something for every member of your family. http://www.enjoymtvernon.com/events #EnjoyMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois

It may be the day after Independence Day, but we are excited for Market Days happening tomorrow! Who’s going to be in attendance?? . . . #EnjoyMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois

🇺🇸 Land of the free because of the brave! 🇺🇸 We hope that you have a very safe and happy 4th of July with your families and friends. . . . #EnjoyMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois #independenceday #fourthofjuly

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Still looking for some Independence Day activities for you or your family? Check out our website for a full list of events. http://www.enjoymtvernon.com/events . . . #EnjoyMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois #indpendenceday

Did you know? 🤔 Mt. Vernon is currently the junction of three Class I rail lines: CSX (via Evansville-Western Short Line), Norfolk Southern and Union Pacific. Milano Railway Logistics Services is an approved active trans loader at the junction site. . . . #bicentennialtuesdaytrivia #EnjoyMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois

It’s the week of 4th of July and it’s jam-packed with events! Whether you’re looking for events on the 4th or something to do before or after, check out these events happening all over Mt. Vernon, Illinois. . . . #EnjoyMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois

Thank goodness it’s finally Friday! 😄 It’s time to relax this weekend with a family trip to the Aquatic Zoo. . . . #EnjoyMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois #tgif

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Ladies and Gentleman! It’s time for Thursday Night Live at Cedarhurst Center for the Arts. If you are looking for something to do tonight, check out this one-of-a-kind event. . . . #EnjoyMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois

Today’s Downtown Funk event is special for the Enjoy Mt. Vernon team! Join our very own Grace Payne as she entertains the downtown area with song. 📷: Michael Smith . . . #EnjoyMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois

Did you know? 🤔 Mt. Vernon has over 150 miles of streets, 76 miles of sidewalks, 120 miles of curb & gutter and 146 miles of ditches all maintained by the Public Works Department. Site: https://jeffcodev.org/mtvernon/ . . . #bicentennialtuesdaytrivia #EnjoyMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois

Well, ladies and gents! We have a winner. Congratulations to The Frosty Mug Bar & Grill! You have received the most votes in our contest for the best barbeque in Mt. Vernon. . . . #EnjoyMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #enjoyillinois #bbq

It’s the last week of June! Can you believe it, because we sure can’t! Make sure to check out some of the awesome events that are happening this week in Mt. Vernon. . . . #enjoyillinois #EnjoyMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning

☀️😎 Today is the first official day of summer! 😎☀️ Cool off and share some laughs at the Aquatic Zoo. . . . #enjoyillinois #EnjoyMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning #firstdayofsummer #summer #AquaticZoo

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From ribs to pulled pork, everyone has their favorite place to get great barbeque! Starting today, we will be holding a friendly competition that is all based on your votes. The winning restaurant will be highlighted on our website and social media platforms. The winning fan base that votes in the comments will also be put into a random drawing to win a prize. The Three Contestants Are: 1. Bandana’s BBQ 2. A Fine Swine BBQ & Pizza 3. The Frosty Mug Who is your pick? The winner will be announced on June 24th!

Come Enjoy Life With Us In Mt. Vernon, Illinois! http://www.enjoymtvernon.com/ #EnjoyMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning

Did you know? 🤔 Mary Jane Chesley became the first female mayor of Mt. Vernon in 2007. #bicentennialtriviatuesday #EnjoyMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning

It’s the beginning of a new week which means that there’s a new round of events that are happening! For more information, visit our website at http://www.enjoymtvernon.com/events. . . . #EnjoyMtVernon #SouthernIllinois #Missouri #Tennessee #Indiana #Arkansas #Kentucky #Iowa #Michigan #Wisconsin #ChicagoIllinois #BloomingtonIllinois #StLouisMissouri #EffinghamIllinois #PaducahKentucky #mtvil200 #tourism #MtVernonIllinois #family #roadtrip #carrides #familyvacation #businesstrip #convention #weddingvenues #wedddingplanning