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Charters of Freedom Monuments

East Central Park, Jacksonville, IL 62650

Historic Sites

Visit the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution, and the Bill of Rights in Jacksonville!

Foundation Forward, Inc., dedicated the Charters of Freedom monuments to the people of Morgan County on May 30, 2015. The monuments display the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution, and the Bill of Rights as they are displayed at the National Archives in Washington, D.C. Set in limestone with beautifully etched bronze plates, the monuments bring the experience of viewing our nation's most important documents to life.

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The Holiday Social at Chapter II

Chapter II Events •  Nov 12 @ 5PM

Ladies, get ready for a night of cocktails, music and holiday shopping in a beautiful historic library at The Holiday Social!

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Jacksonville Christmas Parade

Downtown Jacksonville •  Nov 27 @ 6PM

Santa will be Downtown Jacksonville at the annual Christmas Parade on November 27!

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Faith Lutheran’s Advent Allegro featuring JHS Madrigal Choir

Faith Lutheran Church •  Dec 02 @ 12noon

Enjoy a concert of Renaissance Christmas classics at the Faith Lutheran’s Advent Allegro Concert Series.

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