Welcome to Alton!
In 1818, Alton was created as a river town. It is seated among the confluence of three navigable rivers: the Illinois, the Mississippi, and the Missouri. The town, designed to be a ferry port, was created by Col. Rufus Easton, who named the city after his son.
It became a bustling city, due to its location right along the water, where trade, shipping, and commerce thrived. For many years, it rivaled neighboring St. Louis and fellow Illinois city Chicago in size.
There are beautiful sights of the mighty rivers all over the Alton area. One of the many great places to view the peaceful water and to learn its history with Alton, as well as the United States as whole, is the National Great Rivers Museum.
Located at the Melvin Price Locks and Dam, it is a beautiful facility, with educational opportunities for adults and children alike. There is both a museum and outside areas for viewing.
This is a fantastic place to learn about the impact that the rivers have on the history of Alton and the surrounding area, as well as the impact it has on us today. There are interactive and computer-animated exhibits, as well as a theater and a gift shop. There is also an art gallery, where both local and non-local artists show their works.
It is a perfect spot to look for bald eagles, because they often look for fish to feed upon near the dam. In fact, it is a great location for looking for all types of local birds, due to a bird sanctuary located across the river.
The museum is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. There are also tours of the Melvin Price Locks and Dam available at 10 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m.; these tours are free and open to the public. For more information on the National Great Rivers Museum, call (618) 462-6979.
Another great way to take in the natural beauty of Alton and its surrounding area is to take
a drive or a bike ride along the Great River Road. One side provides the view of the river and area surrounding it, the peaceful flowing water, natural woodlands, and wildlife provide excellent photos and views.
The other side of the road showcases the limestone bluffs. This soaring natural structure is a true sight to behold. Just north of Alton is the fierce Piasa Bird of Native American legend, an image of the serpent-like bird painted into the walls of the cliffs.
Riverview Park, located in the historic Christian Hill District, is another great local place to view the adjoining rivers. It is open from dawn until dusk daily, and is a great place to take in views and have a picnic, weather permitting.
Due to its geography, there are great places all over the city of Alton to view the waters that split the United States and have been so pivotal in local and national history.
Alton Main Street 2025 Calendar of Events
The mission of Alton Main Street is to engage our community in the continued renewal of our historic downtown district and Mississippi River heritage by cultivating an attractive center of economic and social activity.
Here’s our 2025 event calendar:
Alton Farmers’ & Artisans’ MarketEvery Saturday from May 10 – Oct. 18
Pop-Up Clothes SwapSunday, April 6
Alton City-Wide Litter Clean UpsSaturday, April 12 & September 13th
Pup CrawlSaturday, May 31
All-Wheels Drive-In Car ShowSunday, June 8
Night Market on BroadwayEvery Thursday from June 5th – July 24th
Mississippi Earthtones FestivalSaturday, Sept. 20
Canine Carnival at the MarketSaturday, Oct. 5
Downtown Chili Cook-OffSunday, Oct. 20
First Fridays Late Night Art & ShoppingOct. 3, Nov. 7, Dec. 5
Tree Lighting at Lincoln-Douglas SquareFriday, Nov. 21
Green Gift Bazaar / Small Business SaturdaySaturday, Nov. 29
For more information: www.DowntownAlton.com
For over 20 years, Asbur y Village has been a staple of the community by providing the highest standards of living and care for the residents who call it
Here,you’ ll find a countr yside neighborhood that bustles with activities and opportunities. We offer a fresh focus on good health and wellness, and exciting, new ser vices, amenities and programs. We invite you to come be a part of it all, to discover what’s next
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By-Gone days in Alton
For the better part of the last century, Alton, Illinois’s downtown was a vibrant and exciting place to be. Going downtown meant dresses for women and little girls. Boys wore nice jeans and shirts while men wore suits, ties and fedora hats.
For women there was the very chic woman’s store called Vogue on the corner of Piasa and Third Street. The sales crew sold on commission so they treated their customers like queens for a day. My mother and grandmother would get calls from the sales ladies when something came in that they thought my Mother or Grandmother would like and that meant a trek to Alton. After waiting for what
seemed like hours while the women tried on dresses, mothers would take their children across the street to Woolworths for lunch.
Woolworths had a lunch counter that served the best grilled cheese sandwiches or sloppy joes you have ever eaten. If you were very good, your parents would buy you a turtle with a pretty painted shell or fish for a fish bowl. Unfortunately, once home the turtle or fish didn’t live too long.
When you needed new shoes, Snyders, across the street from Vogue had every kind you would want. Back in the 1950’s black and white saddle shoes were the rage. Buster Brown
shoes that were touted on Howdy Doody on Saturday mornings were available at Snyders. Once you had your shoes, you could cross the street to Meyers Brothers to purchase clothes or Girl Scout and Boy Scout items.
Next to Vogue on Third Street was Youngs Dry Goods. On the first floor they had cosmetics. Cosmetologists would apply makeup to every woman who wanted to look pretty while the kids would ride in an elevator up and down the floors. Youngs had a lovely lady who ran the elevator. She was so nice; she would let children ride up and down with her while their parents shopped.
Down Third St. the dime store S.S. Kresge that had anything a kid or adult could ask for that cost less than a dollar. Across from Kresge’s was Goulding’s jewelry store where many Altonians bought engagement rings for the women they loved.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., commonly known as Sears, was next to Snyders on Piasa. Sears was a chain department store founded in 1892. Sears began as a
mail-order catalog company opening retail locations in 1925.
In the last century there were so many great businesses in Alton that weren’t located on or near third street. Central Hardware was on Homer Adams Parkway. Woodys with their fabulous fried chicken you could smell a mile away was located across from Alton Mall.
My favorite business was
Blocks Drive-in. Blocks had three locations but the most popular one was located on Milton Hill. Their burger had a special sauce that put McDonald’s special sauce to shame. To wash it down, you could order a cherry pepper upper. Friday and Saturday nights you could see teens from all over the county driving through.
Those days and businesses are gone but they are not forgotten.
The Alton YWCA offered many services for young women and children in Alton. Among the most popular programs was a “homemakers holiday.” Young mothers could participate in exercise and swim classes and other activities while their children were cared for in the YWCA nursery. For just 75 cents per day, children could play and participate in group activities. Young Chris Fox was just 2 years old in this photo from March 14, 1952.
This 1957 photo shows the infamous tollbooth on the Alton entrance to the Old Clark Bridge, combined with the dramatic curve of the bridge, sometimes combined to stop traffic along the way, especially at rush hour. Men in the booth collected 30 cents for a coupe and driver, 40 cents for a passenger car, and $2 for a twoton truck. A sign just past the booth reminded motorists that their tolls would help make the bridge free. The old Clark Bridge was demolished in 1994.
Children residing at the Catholic Children’s Home in Alton played outdoor games with their teacher in the late 1940s or early 1950s. The home was operated by the Sisters of the Precious Blood and housed more than 300 children at a time. The facility was equipped with classrooms, recreational space, playgrounds and living quarters. The Diocese of Springfield now administers the home.
In 1973, Telegraph staff photographer Robert K. Graul created this montage of a bald eagle in different phases of flight above the Mississippi River at Alton. In 1973, the bald eagle was declared an endangered species in parts of the United States, and in 1976, that designation was expanded to include the entire country. Alton has gained national attention as the winter home of many of these magnificent birds. Graul died on Aug. 31, 2007, at the age of 94.
ALTON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
The Alton Symphony Orchestra has brought the beauty and joy of music to the Riverbend. Founded in 1945, the Alton Symphony Orchestra is one of only a few organizations dedicated to the performance of live symphonic music in the southwestern Illinois region. For over seven decades, the symphony has provided quality orchestral music to the residents and artists throughout the Riverbend area. The Alton Symphony Orchestra has continuously served the region as a cultural force, broadening the awareness and importance of the arts in the community, while
making itself easily accessible to persons of all ages and backgrounds. The purpose of the Alton Symphony Orchestra is to supply quality musical programs for an audience and present local musicians the opportunity to play. Our current goal is to enhance the appreciation of fine music in a more diverse audience, develop the appreciation of orchestral music in children, and augment the number of young musicians in the orchestra.
Maestro Wm. Shane Williams is celebrating his 12th season as Music Director/ Conductor of the
Alton Symphony. He is a charismatic and versatile conductor, versed in wide gamut of musical styles, carrying a vision to Make Music Come Alive for All playing under his baton.
“I especially love Maestro Williams. He gets involved with the audience. So many conductors stand on stage with their backs to the audience throughout the entire evening. I won’t miss the Christmas concert. It puts me in the mood for Christmas. I wouldn’t miss it.” Eva Cedra
“I think people who have never been to a concert would be surprised how professional the Alton
Symphony is,” said Mona Bonner. “We are so lucky to have a symphony of that caliber. Most small communities are not so blessed.”
“The Halloween Concert is my favorite. I love seeing all the little kids in costumes parade across the stage. We used to go to St. Louis every year to listen to the St. Louis Symphony until we found the Alton Symphony. Going to Lewis and Clark Community College is so much safer than St. Louis. The Orchestra is just as good and the price is less expensive,” said Sally Manush.
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The 2025 Concert Season begins April 26 with:
The Planets and the Many Moods of Music
April 26, 2025
7 p.m. - Hatheway Hall (LCCC Campus)
Experience a celestial journey through the cosmos of classical music as we present Holst’s epic masterpiece “The Planets,” in a concert that will sweep you off your feet. Whether you’re soaring through the cosmos or delving into the depths of human emotions, Alton Symphony Orchestra will celebrate the universal language of music that unites us all.
Welcome to Godfrey! A safe haven that is growing
Incorporated in 1991, the village of Godfrey is one of the newest municipalities in Illinois. It is a great place to settle down and plant your roots.
Despite it being one of the newest municipalities, the area has lots of interesting history. A family from Kentucky was the first to make Godfrey their home, but when “Yankees” disagreed with them based on slavery and engagement in whiskey making, the Southerners left.
New Englanders came
to the area next, growing crops and partnering with neighboring Alton. There was still strife between the locals, especially about the issue of slavery.
Benjamin Godfrey was a man who had made his riches in the slave trade, and came to the area with money to spend on development. He began a commercial empire, and philanthropic reform projects.
In 1850, Godfrey began construction on the longawaited Alton-Sangamon
by the day
Railroad with the help of the Illinois Senate, including one Abraham Lincoln. It was completed in 1852 and renamed the Chicago and Mississippi Railroad. It helped to bring new opportunities and hope for the area.
One part of Godfrey has stood as a safe haven for the marginalized for hundreds of years. The Rocky Fork area was a refuge for runaway slaves, where Native Americans provided safety until the end of the War of 1812. Abolitionist whites also
assisted the enslaved that were escaping for freedom, with the area eventually becoming a significant part of the Underground Railroad.
Godfrey is one of the safest towns in Illinois. LendEDU, a website that provides educational resources and does research for the likes of The New York Times and Forbes, recently released a ranking of the top 100 safest places to live in each state. In Illinois, Godfrey was ranked third.
This statistic, coupled with its proximity to a major city, signals that the village will be growing over the coming years.
More and more people are looking for homes outside of major cities for several reasons, including safety, affordability, and privacy. Godfrey offers all of these things and more.
There is plenty of room in the area as well. There are 36 square miles of land in the village, making it the eighth-largest municipality by geographic size in Illinois. There is plenty of space for more families and businesses.
Several highway projects are being completed, such as Illinois Route 255. These highways will serve to increase the ease of travel to and from the area, as well
as the commercial potential of Godfrey. Another signal that this village is primed for expansion in the next few years.
Many religions have a place of worship in the area, and there are two private schools that offer pre kindergarten through eighth grade, as well as one that offers pre kindergarten through seventh grade. There is also a local community college, Lewis and Clark, that has a campus right in Godfrey.
The town motto is “You can see your future from here.” This is a perfect description of this quiet area north of Alton.
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F.E. WIDMAN TRAIL
December 4, 2024 at LaVista Park. A ribbon cutting celebrated the completion and opening of Phase 1 of the FE Widman Trail. Phase 1 that takes the trail from La Vista to Rocky Fork Road. Phase 2 of the project has not yet started but the design work is being completed on Phase 3 that will run from Pierce Lane to the entrance of Camp Warren Levis.
When all three phases are complete, you will be able to walk/ride your bike from the Great River Road to Glazebrook Park in Godfrey.
The F.E. Widman Trail will be a paved biking/walking trail that will ultimately link Glazebrook Park with LaVista Park and will allow users to travel from Stamper Lane to the Sam M. Vadalabene Bike Trail along the Great River Road, connecting the Village of Godfrey’s parks to the extensive trail system within
the region.
The trail is named for Fred Edward Widman of Godfrey, who died in 2018 but leaves a legacy not only with family but a wide variety of accomplishments in development of the Riverbend region. In 1952, he formed F.E. Widman Trucking and Excavating.
Planning and design have been in the works since 2019 and are possible in part with grant funding from the Metro East Park and Recreation District, Madison County Transit Trails System, the Agency for Community Transit, Illinois Department of Natural Resources, and Madison County Park Enhancement Program.
The first phase of the project created the trail from LaVista Park to Rocky Fork. The second phase will take it to Pierce Lane, and construction is anticipated to
begin late 2025.
It will be possible to travel from Lewis and Clark Community College to SIUE on the trails once the F.E. Widman Trail is complete.
The total costs for the fourphase trail is $3.5 million dollars. Approximately 46% of this funding will come from grants from the Metro East Park and Recreation District, Madison County Transit Trails System, Illinois Department of Natural Resources, and Madison County Park Enhancement Program.
Phases of the trail are as follows
Phase 1- La Vista ParkRocky Fork Church
Phase 2- Rocky Fork Church - Boy Scout Ln/ Rocky Fork Rd
Phase 3- Boy Scout Ln/ Rocky Fork Rd - Pierce Ln
Welcome to the MCT Trails
Spanning more than 135 miles and connecting twenty communities, the 12 bikeways in the MCT Trails system, form one of the most extensive and interconnected trail networks in the country. Developed, owned, and maintained by the Madison County Transit District (MCT), the scenic MCT Trails have transformed Madison County, Illinois into a haven for bicyclists, runners, walkers, and nature lovers. Running through and alongside a variety of natural landscapes – prairies, forests, lakes, the bluff-line and even the Mississippi River – the MCT Trails are linear parks, comprising nearly 1,600 acres of greenspace.
MCT Bluff Trail
MCT Confluence Trail
MCT Goshen Trail
MCT Ronald J. Foster Heritage Trail
MCT Monarch Valley Trail
MCT Nature Trail
MCT Nickel Plate Trail
MCT Quercus Grove Trail
MCT Riverbend Trail
MCT Schoolhouse Trail
MCT Silver Creek Trail
MCT Watershed Trail
Located on former rail corridors, the MCT Trails are considered Class I bikeways, separated from the road –and with 48 bridges and 22 tunnels there are few at-grade crossings for trailgoers. The MCT Trails story began in January of 1993, when MCT received permissive authority from the State of Illinois to acquire, develop, and operate bikeways. Since that time, MCT has invested more than $50 million to preserve these vital transportation corridors and construct this one-of-a-kind community asset, the MCT Trails system.
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(MO) Trail Connectors On-Road Connectors Other Area Trails
The most dangerous time in a child’s life is between the hours of 3 pm and 8 pm. Those are the times when youth are susceptible to becoming the victim or perpetrator of crime. It’s a frightening reality that we must all be aware of. This is the time when our kids are most likely to get in trouble. We all know the dangers that our youth face today, as trouble is waiting for them the moment that they walk out of the door. Young people are forced to deal with life and death pressures on a regular basis.
The mission of the Boys and Girls Club of Alton is to inspire all young people, especially those who need
The Boys and Girls Club
us most, to reach their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring citizens.
The Boys and Girls club of Alton started as a unit of the Boys and Girls Club of Bethalto in 1989. It started in the Clara Barton School and Salvation Army. In 1993, moved the Children’s Home then in 2018 moved to the current location at 2512 Amelia Street.
Boys & Girls Club of Alton is one of over 4,000 Clubs nationwide affiliated with Boys & Girls Clubs of America.
The Alton Club services over 1,000 children per year.
Al Womack Jr. has been
at the Boys and Girls Club of Alton for 27 years. He is the Executive Director . Al was born and raised in the Alton-Godfrey area. Al went to Central State of Ohio University majoring in Business. After college, he came home to raise his family. Has three kids: both young and grown.
“I always get excited about walking in the door. The work we do here will make our community stronger by helping kids grow up to become better adults.”
The Club currently has 10 part-time and 4 fulltime employees. They are currently hiring more employees. Boys & Girls Clubs of Alton is led by
passionate individuals who are united by their drive to provide the best for the youth of this area. The Boys and Girls Club of Alton needs more staff and volunteers. Currently they have a waiting list and the want to be able to serve every child who needs the Club.
Boys and Girls Club programs fall into several categories: Character & Leadership Development, Education & Career Development, Health & Life Skills, Sports, Fitness & Recreation, and the Arts
The Boys and Girls Club of Alton has a strong STEM (Science, Technology,
Engineering, Mathematics) program.
The Club also has a Financial Literacy program in cooperation with the Busey Bank,
Power Hour every day after school helps children to do their homework and to get help when needed.
Life and Workforce readiness program
Like every non-profit organization, the Boys and Girls Club of Alton needs more donations. According to Al Womack they want to build and expand the building, the programs and additional recreational space in the near future.
Currently, the Boys and Girls Club has three major fundraisers
Uncorked for a Cause, a wine and Beer Tasting March 14 at Bluff City Grill $30 ahead of time and $40 at the door.
Great Futures Golf Tournament in August
Mission Possible Dinner in November
Individual donations can be made by sending checks payable to: Boys & Girls Club of Alton, Inc.
2512 Amelia St, P.O. Box 532
Alton, IL 62002
Clark Bridge
Alton is home to some of the most breathtaking natural sights in the region. It is also home to a manmade structure well worth the view.
The Clark Bridge, connecting Alton, Illinois, with West Alton, Missouri, was opened in 1994. It replaced the Old Clark Bridge, which had been built in 1928.
This new bridge shares the same name, referencing the explorer William Clark, who began his Western expedition with fellow famous adventurer Merriweather Lewis just down the river. It is the northernmost river crossing
in the St. Louis area.
The old bridge was a truss bridge that had just two lanes of traffic, measuring only 20 feet wide. The new structure features four lanes, divided in the middle for two lanes going each way, as well as two bike lanes. It is a cable-stayed bridge, and is 108 feet wide.
This 4,620 foot long towering structure connects U.S. Route 67 across the rushing confluence, providing easy travel across the river for locals, tourists, and commercial use.
The designing of the structure began in 1985, and construction began in
1990. It is also known as the “Super Bridge” due to the difficulties of building it. There was even a 1997 Nova documentary about the different problems and concerns that arose during its assembly.
It is a unique bridge in the United States, and was the first of its kind. The engineers who designed it used techniques that had not been used before in American bridges. The construction also coincided with the Great Flood of 1993, adding other complications along the way.
The amount of materials required to make the
structure is staggering. These materials include:
• 8,100 tons of structural steel
• 44,100 cubic yards of concrete
• Over 160 miles of cable
• 4 acres of yellow plastic piping
There are great views of the bridge all over Alton and West Alton, with beautiful pictures of the crossing being captured both during the daytime and when lit up at night. For photographers and viewers alike, the structure seems to
resemble the flags of a ship.
Recently, the city of Alton approved a nearly million dollar project in order to add LED lighting technology to it. This improvement will replace the many burnt out lights with new bright white LEDs as well as colored lights for holidays and special occasions. It will also be more energy efficient.
The bridge has become a symbol of Alton, an image of the innovation, hard work, and commercialism that shaped the area that we know and love today.
Business is our Business
Whenever you start a small business, where do you go for help? Joining the RiverBend Growth Association is a place where you can network with other businesses and entrepreneurs to find some of the answers to questions you have and resources you need to run your business more efficiently and effectively. The mission of the Growth Association is to attract, promote, and support new and existing economic growth throughout the River Bend community
The RiverBend Growth Association is the Chamber of Commerce and the Economic Development Organization for the communities of the Riverbend. As a Chamber of Commerce, they actively promote activities between
their member businesses. As an Economic Development Organization, they work closely with state, regional, county and local officials to develop new employment opportunities.
Located in Godfrey, the Growth Association serves the following communities in southwestern Illinois: Alton, Bethalto, East Alton, Elsah, Foster Township, Godfrey, Grafton, Hartford, Roxana, South Roxana, Wood River and Wood River Township.
As a chamber of commerce, they actively promote the recruitment of new members into the organization as well as retaining their current membership. They do this through a variety of benefits such as their communication
pieces, networking events, event sponsorships, training opportunities, business to business resources, and referrals.
The Chamber Choice Awards is an annual event that recognizes local businesses and individuals who have enhanced the Riverbend region. Awards are given to those who have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to government and public enhancement, community service, or economic enhancement of the region. The RBGA Young Adults Committee is also spotlighted and scholarships are presented to winners.
To raise funds to support the RiverBend Growth Association they conduct three fundraisers.
The RiverBend Golf Classic is held at a member golf course annually. Golfers enjoy a day of golf, door and attendance prizes, and food and beverages. Sponsorships are
offered at various levels.
The LeadHERship Seminar takes place annually where a committee organizes and implements a training seminar pertaining to women’s issues. Participants receive valuable information, network with businesswomen, and have the opportunity to win various prizes. Sponsorships are offered at various levels.
Fall Festival is a rather new event held at Grafton Winery
The Vineyards. Guests enjoy FREE admission, food, drinks, games, music, and more. Various vendors and organizations from the Riverbend area have booths. A The RiverBend Development Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization that supports the mission of the RiverBend Growth Association.
If you are an entrepreneur and want to start a new business the RBGA is a great place to get the support you need along the way.
What Are My Choices for Child Care?
Choosing a day care is one of the most important decisions a young parent has to make. Fortunately, the Alton/Godfrey area has an abundance of choices for child care that promises a safe, enriching environment for you little ones.
• Alton Day Care & Learning Center, 3048 Godfrey Road, Godfrey
• St. Francis Day Care Center College Ave., Alton
• Marcia’s Child Care 1053 College Ave., Alton
• Maxines Daycare, Inc. 739 Silver St., Alton
• Noahs Ark Child Care Center 4500 Humbert Rd., Alton
• Riverbend Head Start 1802 East Broadway, Alton
• Step by Step 2400 Locust Ave., Alton
• Toddle Towne Learning Center 3839 Humbert Rd., Alton
• YWCA of Alton’s Child Enrichment Program 304 East 3rd St., Alton
• Upper Alton Baptist Church & Preschool 2726 College Ave., Alton
• Little Knights Daycare 1100 Airport Rd., Godfrey
• Kreative Kids Learning Center 3048 Godfrey Rd., Godfrey
• Bright Tomorrows 5518 Godfrey Rd., Godfrey
• Montessori Children’s House 5800 Godfrey Rd., Godfrey
• Faith Lutheran Preschool 6809 Godfrey Rd., Godfrey
Where can I send my kids to School? Private Schools
Alton School District 11
Alton High School 4200 Humbert Rd., Alton (618) 474-2700
Alton Middle School 2200 College Ave., Alton (618) 474-2200
Brian Saenz East Elementary School......................1035 Washington Ave., Alton............................ (618) 463-2130 ...........................Principal, Lanea DeConcini
Eunice Smith Elementary 2400 N Henry St., Alton (618) 463-2077
Gilson Brown Elementary 1613 West Delmar, Godfrey (618) 463-2175
Jody Meggos
Joanne Curvey Lewis & Clark Elementary...................6800 Humbert Rd., Godfrey ............................. (618) 463-2177 ..................
Lovejoy Elementary 1043 Tremont St., Alton (618) 463-2057
Mark Twain School 907 Milton Rd., Alton (618) 463-2063
Latasha Leflore-Porter
John Ducey
Lisa Harris West Elementary School 1513 State St., Alton (618) 463-2134
What Social Service Agencies Are in the Area?
Where Can I Worship?
Abundant Life
3986 Humbert Rd., Alton
Enjoy Church
3303 Homer M Adams Pkwy, Alton
The Bridge Church
504 E. 12th Street, Alton
Heartland Baptist Church
4500 Humbert Rd., Godfrey
Alton Church of God
65 E Elm St., Alton
Main Street United Methodist Church
1400 Main St., Alton
North Alton Southern Baptist Church
2245 State St., Alton
First Presbyterian Church
E 4th St & Alby St., Alton
First Christian Church
760 Washington Ave., Alton
River Church
3401 Fosterburg Rd., Alton
Word & Spirit Family Church
5012 Humbert Rd., Alton
Calvary Baptist Church
1422 Washington Ave., Alton
St. Mary’s Catholic Church
519 E 4th Street, Alton
Alton Bible Church
3047 Alby St., Alton
Church of Good Samaritan
3418 College Ave., Alton
College Ave. Presbyterian Church 1702 Clawson St., Alton
St. Peter & Paul Catholic Church
717 State St., Alton
Alton Community Church of God
2508 Johnson St., Alton
Beltline Christian Center
310 Oakwood Ave., Alton
Grace United Methodist Church
702 Henry St., Alton
St. Paul Episcopal Church 10 E 3rd St., Alton
Greater St. James Baptist Church 2016 Belle St., Alton
Bread-Life Fellowship Church 5000 Humbert Rd., Alton
Morning Star Baptist Church
1 E. 6th St., Alton
Union Baptist Church
320 E. 7th St., Alton
Victory Baptist Church 909 Brown St., Alton
Upper Alton Baptist Church
2726 College Ave., Alton
Alton Seventh-day Adventist Church
4870 Humbert Rd, Alton
The Church of the Living God 101 W Elm, Alton
Tabernacle Missionary Baptist 2621 Amelia St., Alton
Open Door Fellowship 929 Milnor St., Alton
Community Christian Church 2345 Union School Rd., Alton
Monroe Memorial Church 1901 Belle St., Alton
New Beginnings Outreach International 2201 State St., Alton
Messiah Lutheran Church 920 Milton Rd., Alton
St. John Missionary Baptist Church 427 Market St., Alton
Trinity AME Church 626 E. 4th St., Alton
Greater Glory Tabernacle Church 713 Washington Ave., Alton
Elm St. Presbyterian Church 101 W Elm St., Alton
Trinity Episcopal Chapel 1901 State St., Alton
Brown’s Faith Temple Church
2603 Main St., Alton
Brown Street Baptist Church
3125 Brown St., Alton
Evangelical United Church of Christ
1212 W Homer M Adams Pkwy, Godfrey
Where To Find Mental Health Resources
Centerstone
2615 Edwards St., Alton (877) 467-3123
Alton Mental Health
4500 College Ave., Alton (618) 474-3800
OSF St. Anthony’s Healthcenter Psychologist Services
1 St. Anthonys Way, 4th Floor, Alton (618) 474-6240
Alternatives Counseling
200 W. 3rd St., Alton (618) 288-8085
Angela McDowell Counseling Service
322 State St., Ste. 201, Alton (618) 558-0296
Community Counseling
307 Henry St., Ste. 407, Alton (618) 462-2331
Lovejoy Legacy Counseling
307 Henry St., Ste. 407, Alton (618) 374-0176
SIHF Healthcare
4 Memorial Dr., Bldg. B Ste. 2, Alton (618) 463-5905
Rekindle Drug Rehabilitation 602 E 3rd St., Alton (618) 248-0342
New Horizons Behavioral Health 611 W. Delmar Ave., Alton (618) 920-5212
Care and Counseling 1710 Clawson St., Alton (314) 688-8639
Calmwaters Counseling 5090 Humbert Rd., Godfrey (618) 466-0295
