Marion History

Historical marker location:

1102 Tower Square Plaza, Marion, Illinois

( Marker is at the intersection of Tower Square Plaza and West Main Street, in the median on Tower Square Plaza.)

Illinois is home to several prestigious universities, including the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Northwestern University, and the University of Chicago. These universities are known for their strong academic programs and research facilities, and they attract students and scholars from around the world.