Hippie Memorial: A Unique Tribute in Arcola

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving from Chicago, take I-55 S towards St. Louis. After about 150 miles, take exit 180B for I-72 W towards Jacksonville. Continue on I-72 W for approximately 45 miles. Take exit 184 for IL-133 towards Arcola. Turn left onto IL-133 and continue for about 10 miles. Once you reach Arcola, turn right onto N Oak St. The Hippie Memorial will be on your right side.

• Public Transportation

  To reach the Hippie Memorial via public transport, take an Amtrak train from Chicago to Mattoon Station. This journey typically takes around 4 hours. From Mattoon Station, you can take a taxi or rideshare service to Arcola, which is approximately 15 minutes away. Once you arrive in Arcola, head to N Oak St, where the Hippie Memorial is located.

• Taxi or Rideshare

  If you are already in the Arcola area and need to reach the Hippie Memorial, you can easily use a local taxi service or rideshare apps like Uber or Lyft. Simply input the destination as 'N Oak St, Arcola, IL 61910'. The cost will vary depending on your current location, but a typical fare within the Arcola area should be relatively inexpensive (around $10-$15).