Cherry is a small town in the state of Illinois. In 1909 Cherry was the scene of one of the worst mining fires in US history.
Get in
Map of Cherry
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
- Town Library, ☏ 1 815 894-2919. Archives of photos and documents related to the mine fire and other local history. Open Weds 5-7pm; Sat 9-11am
Do
Buy
Eat
Cherry has very little in the way of restaurants. More options can be found in nearby Ladd and off Interstate 80.
- Cherry Supper Club, ☏ 1 815 894-3520. 110 N Main.
- Cherry Bomb Inc, 205 N Main St, ☏ 1 815 894-2944.
Drink
- JT's Bar & Grill, 101 S Main St.
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.