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Local Attractions

• The Popeye statue
  
Chester is known as the 'Home of Popeye' because Elzie C. Segar, the creator of Popeye, was born in Chester and many of the Popeye characters were modeled after real residents of Chester!


• Fort de Chartres State Historic Site
  
Fort constructed in 1750's, location of a re-creation of 18th century life each June.


• Fort Kaskaskia State Historic Site
  
Excellent view of Mississippi River along with a great area for picnicking.


• Kaskaskia Island and the Kaskaskia Bell Shrine
  
Founded in 1703, this island was the first capitol of the state of Illinois.


• Pierre Menard Home State Historic Site
  
Built around 1801, this home is a great example of French Colonial architecture.


• Mary's River Covered Bridge
  
Covered bridge from 1800's.


• Governor Shadrach Bond State Memorial
  
Monument to the first governor of Illinois.