Equality is located in southern Illinois in western Gallatin County about 50 miles southeast of Mt. Vernon between Harrisburg and Shawneetown along Highway 142 on the banks of the South Fork of the Saline River about 10 miles west of the Ohio River. It abuts the Shawnee National Forest to the south and is about 5 miles northeast of Saline County State Park. Native Americans called the area the "Great Salt Springs" as they produced salt from the briny water. The salt was then used as a food preservative and in animal hide tanning as well as its "normal" use as a cooking and table spice. The population estimate for July 1, 1998 was 716, a decrease of 32 since 1990.
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04/18 Coming to The area
Lotus World Music and Arts Festival Bloomington IN May10 The annual Lotus World Music and Arts Festival celebrates the diversity, beauty, and joy of music and arts from cultures around the world.
International Bar-B-Q Festival Owensboro KY May10-11 The Owensboro riverfront becomes a hub of activity when cooking teams gather to compete with their secret recipes for barbecue.
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.
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