Overview
Cherry is a town of 435 people (2020) in the state of Illinois. In 1909 Cherry was the scene of one of the worst mining fires in US history.
1 sights · 2 places to eat · 1 bars & cafés
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Best things about Cherry
Town Library
Archives of photos and documents related to the mine fire and other local history.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Apr–Oct. Summer highs reach about 86°F; winter lows dip to about 18°F. Cold months (Jan, Feb, Dec) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: May and Apr. (climate data from nearby Peoria)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- RFD Chicago Rockford International Airport, Chicago/Rockford — 53 mi away. Directions
- PIA General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport, Peoria — 58 mi away. Directions
- ORD Chicago O'Hare International Airport, Chicago — 77 mi away (major hub). Directions
Cherry is located just north of Interstate 80 on Highway 89 about 100 miles west of Chicago.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
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Food for you
Cherry has very little in the way of restaurants. More options can be found in nearby Ladd and off Interstate 80.
Cuisine (tap to filter)
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Get in
Cherry is located just north of Interstate 80 on Highway 89 about 100 miles west of Chicago.
Get around
The small downtown area of Main Street and North Main Street can be seen on foot.
See
- Holy Trinity Miners Cemetery Located on the south edge of town. Monument honoring the over 250 men and boys who died in the 1909 disaster.
- Mine Disaster Commemorative Plaque in the Village Park (Main St. and North Ave),
- St Paul Mine is located on private land
See Town Library
Archives of photos and documents related to the mine fire and other local history.
Eat
Cherry has very little in the way of restaurants. More options can be found in nearby Ladd and off Interstate 80.
Drink
Sleep
The nearest motels are located in Peru, about 15 minutes South. Alternatively, accommodations can be found near the intersection of Interstate 80 and Highway 51.
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