Did you know? Jefferson County is the only county outside the St. Louis market in Southern Illinois that can boast of two major hospitals located in its largest town, Mt. Vernon. . . . #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

On this day in 1492, Christopher Columbus sailed the ocean blue! Happy Columbus Day from the Enjoy Mt. Vernon team. . . . #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 #columbusday

This week is full of one-of-a-kind events! If you would like some more information about any of the dates listed, visit our website at or give us a call at (618) 242 - 3151. . . . #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 for a fall debate! Which team are you on? 🎃🍎 . . . #teampumpkinspice #teamapplecider #greatfalldebate #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 see who has the best Asian food in Mt. Vernon? Starting today, we will be holding a friendly competition that is all based on your votes. Visit our Facebook page to pick your favorite! https://www.facebook.com/enjoymtvernon/ #mtvil200 #enjoyillinois #enjoymtvernon

Play cornhole, hear live music, visit the Woodlawn Haunted Woods, experience GlowBingo and enjoy many more great events. Visit www.facebook.com/mtvfestivals to See what's happening This Week in Mt. Vernon!

It’s a beautiful sight We’ll see some happy faces tonight Walking through Marlow’s Pumpkin Patch! Get yourself in the Halloween mood and stroll through the selection at Marlow’s soon! https://www.facebook.com/MarlowsPumpkinPatch/ . . . #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 #pumpkinpatch #MarlowsPumpkinPatch

Did you know? Perhaps the most famous and elegant of any of Mt. Vernon's old hotels was the Hotel Emmerson. Opened in 1926 as the New Mt. Vernon Hotel, the building quickly became a Mt. Vernon Landmark. The hotel was five stories high and had 150 rooms; rates started at $1.75. The hotel was considered fire-proof because there were no wooden floors or walls in its construction. Source: http://genealogytrails.com/ill/jefferson/business/earlybusinesses.html . . . #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

Happy Monday! Which events will you choose to attend this week in Mt. Vernon? 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 #enjoyillinois

Mark your calendars! The 2019 Heritage Days will be taking place this Saturday and Sunday. For those who may not know, this two-day event celebrates our heritage and history of Mt. Vernon, Illinois. There will be crafts, entertainment, demonstrations, exhibits, vendors, food, and a photo display celebrating Jefferson County and Mt. Vernon's Bicentennial. . . . #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

My halls have been seen through many different views Through the eyes of a great leader and nurse just to name a few Although my roles have changed, one thing remains the same I’ve got more than one claim to my fame! Can you guess the famous Mt. Vernon landmark being described in the riddle? Leave your guesses in the comments and visit our Twitter page for the official answer! https://twitter.com/EnjoyMtVernon . . . #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

Girls Day Out Fall Market, Boo with the Blue, Heritage Festival, Woodlawn Haunted Woods, Superhero Special Needs Saturday, Witches Brew and many more great events to enjoy This Week in Mt. Vernon!

🍂🎃 It’s time to enjoy the changing of the season with us! 🎃🍂 http://www.enjoymtvernon.com/trip-ideas . . . #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? Located at the Mt. Vernon Airport, The Jefferson County Hall of Honor pays tribute to local service people and veterans who served their community and country in times of war and peace. The Colonel R.D. White Veterans Museum is home to hundreds of pieces of military memorabilia collected during all major conflicts. Authentic vintage uniforms, weapons, munitions, and even K-rations are on display with era newspapers, magazines, and letters from home. . . . #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 last day of September, but we have a week full of events that you need to check out! For more information about any of these events, visit our website at http://www.enjoymtvernon.com/events or call our office at (618) 242 - 3151. . . . #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 else is getting excited for this weekend? We know that we are! 🍂 We can’t wait to see you all at Fall Fest 2019 presented by SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital! If you have any questions about the events happening this weekend, visit the Mt. Vernon Festivals pages at www.facebook.com/mtvfestivals. . . . #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

Fall Festival in Downtown Mt. Vernon on 9th St. THIS WEEKEND. See what's happening This Week in Mt. Vernon!

You’ve traveled and enjoyed a busy day in Mt. Vernon. Now, it’s time to find a place to rest your head. Days Inn in Mt. Vernon is a pet-friendly hotel that offers guests cozy beds, free WIFI, an indoor pool, and a fitness center. http://www.enjoymtvernon.com/business/8/days-inn . . . #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

Mt. Vernon, Illinois: A wholesome community that allows families to grow and flourish together. Come enjoy life 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

Did you know? Local attraction, Cedarhurst Center for the Arts is nationally accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. Only 3% of museums nationwide receive this honor. . . . #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

🍁 It’s a beautiful fall day in our neighborhood! 🍁 Happy First Day of Fall! We hope that you come to enjoy the season with us soon. . . . #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 #firstdayoffall #fall

The Fall Festival maybe this weekend, but there are other great events happening as well! Check out one or two or all of them! 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 #enjoyillinois

🍁 We Have A Winner! 🍁 Congratulations to Karla Frinzi from Janesville, Wisconsin! You will be heading to the 2019 Mt. Vernon Fall Festival! . . . #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

I store things with wings to help them fly They come to me before they take to the sky Some go near some go far But they will travel faster than any bus, train, or car. Can you guess the famous Mt. Vernon landmark being described in the riddle? Leave your guesses in the comments and visit our Twitter page for the official answer! https://twitter.com/EnjoyMtVernon . . . #mtvil200 #enjoyillinois #enjoymtvernon #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

Enjoy Mt. Vernon where there is much to do. Ironclad Art, Marlow's Pumpkin Patch Fall Fest, Hot Rods & Heroes Car Truck & Bike Show, Farmers Market and much more visit www.enjoymtvernon.com to See what's happening This Week in Mt. Vernon!

Needing some inspiration for your next trip to Mt. Vernon, Illinois? 🤔 We’ve got you covered! 👍 From date nights to family weekends, check out our trip itineraries! http://www.enjoymtvernon.com/trip-ideas . . . #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? For nearly 40 years, the heady scent of fresh roasted coffee wafted through the city streets. The Howard and Casey Wholesale Grocers company was owned by brothers, George W. and Jo T. Howard, and their partner, Samuel T. Casey. Built-in the late 1890s, the building started as a two-story structure. In addition to coffee, peanuts were also roasted and packaged at the wholesale grocery business. The company had barrels of vinegar and kegs of pickles which they broke down into one-gallon glass jugs and sold to small grocers. They sold their own line of spices and table syrup and even sold patent medicines. . . . #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

Wow! It looks like it’s going to be a busy week 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 want to send you to the 2019 Mt. Vernon Fall Festival happening on September 27th-29th! Enjoy Mt Vernon will be giving away a Fall Fest package including: *One night stay at Fairfield Inn & Suites *$50 Gift Certificate to Rare Chop House Visit our Facebook page for more information about this contest! https://www.facebook.com/enjoymtvernon/ . . . #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 #fallfestival #mtvernonfallfest

The ILeana Symone Co. will host a Fashion Show and pop-up-shop. Makeup, hair supply, jewelry and food vendors will all be on hand to meet all your fashion and beauty needs. For more information call (618) 242-4077. See what's happening This Week in Mt. Vernon!

Experience the history and culture that Mt. Vernon, Illinois has to offer! 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

Today is a day when the world seemed to stand still. Today and every day, we will never forget the lives that were lost almost 18 years ago. . . . #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 #neverforget #september11th

Did you know? In order to make mail delivery easier, the city council voted in 1900 to rename the city streets. Starting on the east edge of town, the north-south streets were changed to number names. A house numbering system was also adopted by the council at the same time. . . . #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