Collinsville

Collinsville is a suburban city located in Madison County, Illinois, roughly 22 kilometers (14 miles) east of St. Louis. The city spreads across 39 square kilometers (15 square miles) with Schoolhouse Branch and Canteen Creek flowing through the area.

Daniel Collins founded the settlement in 1814 as an agricultural community. Coal deposits discovered in the mid-1800s transformed the town into a major mining center.

The town celebrates its agricultural roots through the Horseradish Festival, held on the first weekend of June, where visitors watch root-grinding demonstrations and enjoy local entertainment. The event shows how farming traditions remain part of community life.

Interstates 55, 70, and 255 provide direct freeway access to the city, while State Routes 159 and 157 connect to neighboring communities. The road network makes driving around the area straightforward and well-connected.

The Brooks Catsup Bottle Water Tower stands as the world's largest ketchup bottle structure and holds National Historic Place status. This quirky landmark draws visitors fascinated by roadside Americana and industrial oddities.

Location: Madison County

Location: St. Clair County

Elevation above the sea: 169 m

Website: http://discovercollinsville.com

GPS coordinates: 38.68055,-89.98132

Latest update: December 17, 2025 08:33