All major religious denominations are represented. The nearby Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows attracts thousands of visitors each year. Add the MetroLink transportation system, the MidAmerica Airport, sports complexes, little leagues, movie theaters, parks, a daily newspaper, and an enthusiastic group of service organizations, and it is clear that Belleville is the perfect place to live and work. Founded in 1814, Belleville has celebrated its Centennial, Sesquicentennial, and 175th anniversaries. We look forward to the Bicentennial in 2014.
Friendly residents welcome all.
Come celebrate the future with us. The Belleville area is just the right place for your family and your business. It features the right combination of great location, blue ribbon schools, a wide range of affordable housing, a varied and dynamic economy, a rich history, and abundant family-oriented recreational opportunities. The Belleville area is ideally located for access to all of southwest Illinois and the greater St. Louis area. Major league sports are only 20 minutes away, but green fields and farms are right on your doorstep.