Tourism

Crawford County Home To 5 Unique Communities

Crawford County consists of several unique communities, each with its own distinguishing features. Robinson, the county seat, is home to the late writer James Jones, and is the birthplace of the Heath candy bar. Hershey Chocolate, producers of the Heath Bar, along with Marathon Petroleum, and Lincoln Trail College make their home in Robinson. Retail choices include clothing, jewelry, antiques and collectibles, home décor, specialty foods, floral and garden gifts.Oblong, located on the western edge of the county, also offers a variety of unique
retailers. Collectables, quilt and sewing supplies, handcrafted gifts, florals, furnishings
and home décor can be found along Main Street in Oblong. The Oblong Oil Field
Museum, one of only seven in the nation, is located on the western edge of town.Palestine is one of the oldest towns in the state. The entire business district is listed on the National Register, and many turn-of-the-century buildings house art galleries, antique, collectable and gift shops, home furnishings, jewelry and crafts.

Hutsonville, at the Wabash River Bridge on the northeast edge of the county, features the Hutson Cabins Complex of seven log structures. Several times throughout the year, the Hutsonville Historical Society opens the complex for family oriented events including, Christmas at the Cabinsand the 1812 Encampment.

Flat Rock may not be the retail mecca of the country, but it gets a big thumbs-up when it comes to a great milkshake, fresh pie, and friendly conversation. The annual Flat Rock Homecoming is a great time to visit the village for memorable family fun.Crawford County is also home to four motels, three golf courses, two swimming pools, and one great time. For more information, contact the Robinson Tourism Council Of Crawford County at (618) 544-7616 or contact us.

Tourism Funds

Interested individuals or groups may also submit a grant application to the Tourism Committee to seek funding for community events that promote tourism and conventions within the county or to attract nonresident overnight visitors. The Tourism committee meets the Thursday before the second City Council meeting each month at 4:00 at Robinson City Hall. Applications should be turned in to City Hall no later than 3:00 pm the day of the meeting to be considered for funding at that months meeting.Tourism Application Packet