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Jersey CountyJersey County, Illinois is a picturesque area located in the southwestern part of the state. It is known for its rich farmlands and abundance of historic sites. The county seat, Jerseyville, boasts a variety of attractions such as the Jersey County Historical Museum and Mineral Springs Park, everyone's favorite summer destination. Once a heavily industrialized city powered by coal and natural gas, Jerseyville has come to embrace its peaceful agricultural lifestyle as more people move to the area
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Pere Marquette State ParkPere Marquette State Park is widely known for its many activities. Visitors of the park can enjoy camping, boating, fishing, and hunting; as well as exploring recreational trails located within the park for biking, horseback riding and hiking. For birdwatchers, Pere Marquette offers more than 100 species that frequent the area. This 8,050-acre park also houses a museum which includes images and artifacts about local WWII soldiers from Jersey county.