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Cedarhurst Center for the Arts & Mitchell Museum

2600 Richview Rd., Mount Vernon, IL 62864

Galleries

An extraordinary personal art collection was the reason John and Eleanor Mitchell planned a museum in rural southern Illinois. The museum was built to house the couple's collection of late 19th and early 20th Century American paintings and artifacts.

Exhibitions, a children's gallery, a permanent collection and special events. Grounds include 85 acres sculpture park, nature trails and bird sanctuary. Hosts annual Cedarhurst Craft Fair.

What's happening nearby...

Market Days Flea Market and Vendor Fair

Veterans Memorial Park •  Aug 10 @ 8AM

Find something unique and affordable! Enjoy a different theme each month!

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United Way Food Truck Festival

Downtown Mt. Vernon •  Aug 24 @ 3PM

Come hungry, leave happy, and support a great cause!

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Southern IL Big Foot Conference

DoubleTree by Hilton •  Sep 07 @ 8AM

Join us for guest speakers and all things Big Foot!

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