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Alton (/ ˈ ɔː l t ən / AWL-tən) is a city on the Mississippi River in Madison County, Illinois, United States, about 18 miles (29 km) north of St. Louis, Missouri. The population was 25,676 at the 2020 census. It is a part of the River Bend area in the Metro-East region of the Greater St. Louis metropolitan area.
May 3, 2024 · As the Mayor and on behalf of the elected officials and staff we welcome you to the City of Alton. Founded in 1837, Alton is a city that is very rich in history and has a lot to offer. We have beautiful parks, a great school district, attractions, and events to interest everyone.
Jan 17, 2022 · 1. Meeting of the Great Rivers Scenic Route. Source: RozenskiP / shutterstock. Meeting of the Great Rivers Scenic Route. Alton is on the Great River Road, which follows the Mississippi River for 2,000 miles, through ten states and hundreds of beautiful historic towns like this one.
Apr 7, 2024 · Alton, city, Madison county, southwestern Illinois, U.S. Part of the St. Louis, Missouri, metropolitan area, Alton lies on the Mississippi River (bridged) near its confluence with the Missouri River. The city was named for a son of Colonel Rufus Easton, a St. Louis land speculator who laid out the
It was home to the world’s tallest man--Robert Wadlow and the Piasa--legendary man-eating bird. It was also the site of Abraham Lincoln’s one and only duel. Discover local makers, craft brews, amazing food, and an eclectic music scene. Explore Alton. Things to Do in Alton.
Just 40 kilometers north of St. Louis, Missouri, on the banks of the Mississippi River, is Alton, Illinois, and the Meeting of the Great Rivers National Scenic Byway, also known as the Great River Road in Illinois.
Alton is a charming river town in Illinois just across the Mississippi River from St. Louis, Missouri. Once a blue collar town of heavy manufacturing, Alton has transformed itself into a tourist destination and wedding and reception resort of the Midwest.
