Local Points of Interest

• Gateway to Rend Lake
• Benton Civic Center - 414 Hudelson St - The civic center is available for a variety of functions. Attend a flea market, auction, Christmas craft show or music/dance concert. (618) 435-5700 or (618) 525-8502.
• Auto Garage Musuem - N. Main St. (Houses the Chamber of Commerce)
• Old Franklin County Jail Museum - 209 W. Main St. - Come visit the old Franklin County Jail where the last man to be legally hung in Illinois was jailed before his execution, The original scaffolding is still intact and on display. Don't miss the collection of Civil War memorabilia. (more)
• Spring Pond Vineyards and Winery - 13772 Spring Pond Rd. - Locally owned and operated vineyard. Visit the tasting room to sample any of the eight wines produced. Tours available, weather permitting. (618) 439-9176
• Southern Illinois Artisans Shop and Visitor Center - West of exit 77 off I-57 - This state-owned facility offers arts and crafts by Southern Illinois artists. The grounds are the site of festivals, and craft shows. Hours of operation are 9am to 5pm seven days a week from April 1 thru Dec 31. (618) 629-0220
• Hard Days Nite - B&B - The Beatles lived here.
  
• Locations on the Antique Fun Trail
• Locations on the Beatles Fun Trail
• Locations on the Charlie Birger History Trail
• Locations on the Vetrans Fun Trail