Volunteer pioneers keep history alive at this unique farm by continuing daily domestic and farming activities as they were done more than 100 years ago. Fox Ridge State Park offers another unique outing for anyone who enjoys nature. The 752-acre park is known for its thickly wooded ridges and miles of scenic hiking trails. Fox Ridge is situated on the forested hills along the Embarrass River. This site, in combination with Lake Charleston, offers perfect nooks for fishing, camping, canoeing, hunting or family picnicking.
Community festivals add to the many activities year-round in Charleston.
Annually on the Fourth of July, the city celebrates Red, White and Blue Days with a roster of events. In August, Charleston is home to the Coles County Fair, the longest continual-running county fair in Illinois.