Danville
Named for first settler Dan Beckwith, the town was platted in 1827; it was incorporated as a city in 1869. Once a major center for the production of coal and clay, Danville now supports a diversity of industry. A landmark of note is Danville Soldiers Monument, a work by Lorado Taft at Main and Gilbert streets.
Visitor Centers
Danville Area Convention and Visitors Bureau 100 W. Main St., Suite 146 Danville, IL 61832. Phone:(217)442-2096 or (800)383-4386
Self-guiding Tours
A walking tour map of 18 murals, painted by Walldog mural artists, in a 7-block area of downtown is available at the convention and visitors bureau.