Oldest Wooden Grain Elevator in Illinois - Atlanta, Illinois
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member Metro2
N 40° 15.646 W 089° 14.005
16T E 310075 N 4459093
This Museum is located close to the historic Route 66 in the center of the small town of Atlanta, Illinois.
Waymark Code: WMBR6A
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 06/15/2011
Published By:Groundspeak Regular Member silverquill
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The designation as the oldest wooden grain elevator in Illinois is supported by this website- (visit link)

Although the Museum is only open Sundays, from 1-3 p.m., during June, July and August, visitors may visit the site at any time.
There is no admission charge.
The Museum includes a restored grain elevator and a train car.
The Museum has exhibits... mostly aimed at young children to teach about the workings and importance of these agricultural mainstays.
The site is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Type of documentation of superlative status: http://www.roadsideamerica.com/tip/8265

Location of coordinates: entrance

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