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From a World Heritage Site to the World's largest Catsup Bottle, Collinsville has a lot to offer visitors. Come and see the cities diverse attractions today. If you would like to receive a copy of our Visitors Guide or other area attraction brochures to assist in your planning, please fill out our request form.
CAHOKIA MOUNDS
A United Nations World Heritage Site since 1982, Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site is the largest archaeological site in America and is the home of Monks Mound, the largest prehistoric earthen construction in the New World.
The 100-ft-tall, four tiered platform of Monks Mound was built in stages over a period of 300 years. Its base covers more than 14 acres and contains about 22 million cubic feet of earth. At one time, the Indians' principal ruler lived, conducted ceremonies and governed the city below from the top of the massive mound.
Many one-of-a kind jewelry items, as well as educational books, tapes, games, souvenir items and replicas of objects found during archeological digs, are featured in the gift shop located in the interpretive center.
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CATSUP BOTTLE
The fact has never been disputed that Collinsville is the home of the Largest catsup bottle in America. Dubbed as "roadside architecture at its best," the bottle is located on Highway 159 at the south edge of the city.
The now empty steel water tank was constructed in 1949 and restored in 1995.
For Catsup Bottle merchandise or memorabilia, call 618.345.5598 or visit the web site at www.catsupbottle.com.
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SPLASH CITY WATERPARK
Your family will be delighted with Southern Illinois' newest water entertainment park featuring: water slides, the Crystal Creek, "lazy river," the new "Monsoon Mountain," zero depth-entry pool, kids spray area, grass tanning areas and wet sand play area.
Every day admission is half price after 5:00 p.m. Join us every Tuesday night for Splash City's weekly Family Night. Bring your entire family to enjoy concession stand specials, organized games and events and half price admission until 9:00 p.m.
Group and party plans are available.
Splash City Water Park is located at #10 gateway Drive in Collinsville. Contact them at 618.346.7529 or visit their website below.
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GATEWAY FUN PARK
Gateway Fun Park has something for everyone. Our family entertainment complex has everything from Go-Karts to Miniature Golf to Bumper Boats and much, much more! Enjoy great pizzas and snacks. Bring the whole family and enjoy hours of fun! Gateway Fun Park is a great place for family, social, church or corporate outings. Special birthday packages are also available.
Contact Gateway Fun Park at 618.345.7116.
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GATEWAY CENTER
Just minutes from downtown St. Louis, Gateway Center is a great place to gather for any occasion. It is a less expensive alternative compared to other big city facilities, with more amenities such as ample free parking and convenient highway access. Gateway Center is Southwestern Illinois' premier meeting facility, offering full-service capabilities for groups of 10 to 2000. This uniquely designed multipurpose facility can host conventions, tradeshows, public shows, banquets, and meetings. Our 30,000 square feet of column free space is ideal for a general session or tradeshow. The facility's conference wing can accommodate as many as 6 break out sessions or small meetings simultaneously. As host to more than 300 events each year it is no wonder Gateway Center is "The Great Place to Gather"!
Please visit our web site for detailed information at: www.gatewaycenter.com.
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ADDITIONAL AREA SITES
Visit one of the many other Collinsville area websites to find out more about what our city has to offer:
Many St. Louis are attractions are within a 15 to 30 minute drive. Many are linked below. For details or questions, contact the St. Louis Convention and Visitors Center at (800) 916-8938 or visit them on-line at www.explorestlouis.com
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