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Certified World’s Largest:

In Historic Downtown Casey, Illinois:

On North East 13th Street, Casey, Illinois:

In Marshall, Illinois:​

Big Items:

Other Points of Interest in Casey:​

  • Beautiful Fairview Park (601 East Monroe Ave)

  • The Illinois American Softball Association Hall of Fame (located in Fairview Park)

  • Historic National Road Informational Kiosk (on Main Street beside the Rocking Chair)

  • Oldest Remaining Structure of the Cumberland Settlement (This structure is on private property but you can view it as you travel east from the Wind Chime. Look for it on the south side of Main Street)

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