The Woodlawn Cemetary was the location of the first organized Memorial Day (founded by Gen. Gen. John A. Logan) service in Illinois, and perhaps the first in the nation. On April 29, 1866, Woodlawn was the site of a service, honoring those who had died in the Civil War. There are over 20 Civil War soldiers buried in the cemetary. Woodlawn Cemetary has been owned and maintained by the city of Carbondale since 1890. The wrought iron gate at the cemetary entrance actually came from Carbondale College, which was built in 1860.
Location:
405 E. Main St., Carbondale Illinois 62901
Other History nearby:
(Ste Genevieve) Bolduc House
(Cape Girardeau) Cape River Heritage Museum
(Cobden) Cobden Museum
(Chester) Cohen Mansion
(West Frankfort) Depot Veteran's Museum/Coal Miners Mem.
(Perryville) Faherty House
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06/08 Coming to The Carbondale area
Historic Newburgh Wine, Art and Jazz Festival Newburgh IN May17-18 There will be non stop jazz, wonderful wines, great food, and the opportunity to browse and purchase local art. All of this overlooking the beautiful Ohio River at the Old Lock & Dam Park.
Belleville Art on the Square Belleville IL May17-19
Lower Town Arts and Music Festival Paducah KY May17-19 The Lower Town Arts and Music Festival in Paducah, Kentucky is THE regional Festival for Western Kentucky and the surrounding area. The Festival's mission is to celebrate the cultural richness of this part of the country.
International Horseradish Festival Collinsville IL May31-June2 Admission is always free, parking is always free and musical entertainment is always free at the Horseradish Festival.
Handy Blues and Barbecue Festival Henderson KY June12-15 The W.C. Handy Blues and Barbecue Festival has become one of the largest free music festivals in the nation, drawing attendants from just about every state and many countries. The festival is a celebration of the life and legacy of Henderson resident and 'Father of the Blues', William Christopher Handy.
Bluegrass in the Park Music and Folklife Festival Henderson KY August8-10 Invite all your friends and family. There will be something for everyone.
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