General John A Logan Museum
1613 Edith St, Murphysboro, IL 62966
Museums
General John A. Logan was a major Civil War figure. He was considered the most capable of the political generals, earning a reputation as a courageous and dynamic officer.
General John A. Logan (1826-1886) is the most significant nineteenth century native Illinoisian. Creator of Memorial Day, he's named in the state song with Lincoln and Grant. The General John A Logan Museum's mission is designed to interpret the the turbulent life and times of Logan.
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Oak Street Art Fair - Murphysboro
General John A. Logan Museum neighborhood • Apr 25 @ 10AM
The annual Oak Street Art Fair is an all-day art and music party! Visit the General John A. Logan Museum while in the area.
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Murphysboro Apple Festival
Sep 09 – Sep 12
Four-day festival, with numerous activities and events drawing large crowds such as live music, a carnival with concessions, many contests featuring everything from apple pie eating…
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Praise the Lard Murphysboro Barbecue Cook-off
Sep 24 – Sep 26
A qualifying event for the World Food Championships
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