Gillespie, IL
Gillespie, Illinois, located at the junction of Routes 4 & 16 in
Macoupin County offers small-town living a short drive from St. Louis.
With a population of less than 4,000 according to the 2000 Census
Bureau, Gillespie has strong coal mining roots which is celebrated each
year with it's annual
Black Diamond Days
Festival.
Gillespie provides recreational opportunities at it's two local
parks, Big Brick
Park and Welfare Park. The community offers a
Public Library
and education for students in
Preschool through
High School. The local police department has implemented the
Neighborhood
Watch program, an effort by the community to keep Gillespie a safe
place to live and play.
Located less than an hour from both St. Louis and Springfield,
Gillespie is a great place to call home!
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