Heart Theatre
133 East Jefferson Avenue, Effingham, IL 62401
Historic Sites
The theatre is one of the two examples in Effingham of the Art Deco style that was popular from 1920 to 1940.
A 1930s landmark, the Heart Theatre is located across the street from the old Effingham County Courthouse. The theatre is one of the two examples in Effingham of the Art Deco style that was popular from 1920 to 1940. The cream and maroon terra-cotta tiles are a perfect foil for the neon and marquee lights. While the theatre itself is no longer in operation, it a staple of Downtown Effingham.
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Effingham Jam BBQ Cook-Off
Downtown Effingham • Jul 12 @ 4PM
Effingham Jam is an annual competitive barbeque cook-off, in Effingham, IL.
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Effingham Artisan Fair
Tuscan Hills Winery • Jul 19 – Jul 20
Join us for the 17th annual Effingham Artisan Fair in our beautiful downtown area. You'll enjoy artisans, live music, demonstrations, beer & wine tasting and more.
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Summer Sundown Music Festival
The Stage at Lake Sara • Sep 13 – Sep 15
Bring the whole family for a weekend of fun at the Stage at Lake Sara. Featuring acts from: The Local Honeys, Chicago Farmer Acoustic trio, and…
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Effingham County Veteran's Memorial
Effingham
The Effingham County Veteran's Memorial wall is dedicated to all the men and women who served from all five branches of the armed forces. The names…
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Effingham County Courthouse
Effingham
The Effingham Country Courthouse Museum features displays on the military, Effingham County railroads and Effingham County history. It is also listed on the National Register of…
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