The Cave

Historical marker location:

100 Canal St, Cave-In-Rock, Illinois

( Marker is at the intersection of Canal Street (Illinois Route 1) and Market Street, on the right when traveling south on Canal Street.)

Marker installed: 2003

Lewis & Clark Expedition. 1803-1806.

The Illinois State Fair, which takes place annually in Springfield, is one of the oldest state fairs in the United States. The fair was first held in 1853 and features a variety of agricultural displays, carnival rides, and live entertainment.