Welcome to Mt. Vernon

Welcome to Mt. Vernon, the business, financial, cultural and entertainment center of Jefferson County.  Mt. Vernon is just minutes from some of the finest outdoor recreation in the Midwest, the Rend Lake Recreation area, that offers a fishing, boating, and hunting paradise for the outdoor enthusiast. 

Cultural offerings in Mt. Vernon include the magnificent Cedarhurst Center for the Arts complex that features the art museum, sculpture park, programs and events including the nationally acclaimed Cedarhurst Craft Fair held each fall on the weekend after Labor Day.  The Jefferson County Historical Village offers a look back into the history of the settlers of the area and their lifestyle with authentic log cabins and a museum interpretive center.

Other attractions include the Appellate Courthouse where Abraham Lincoln represented clients, the C. E. Brehm Library with its impressive genealogy collection, plus acres of public parks, golf courses, raceway, winery, and much more. 

Come see why Mt. Vernon is such a popular travel destination in Southern Illinois.

Things to Do
A link to attractions in the Mt. Vernon area

Visitor Resources
Our Mt. Vernon Visitors Guide provides a wealth of information on the area

Where to Stay
Mt. Vernon features more than 1100 hotel rooms within 13 fine hotel properties

Dining
Mt. Vernon's dining options include local fine and casual dining along with a large number of familiar chain restaurants