Edgar County

Edgar County is an administrative division in Illinois with Paris serving as its governmental center. The area includes multiple communities spread across its land, with several railroad lines crossing through the region to connect different parts.

The county was established in 1823 and named after John Edgar, an Irish-born British Navy officer who supported American independence. This naming reflects the ties to early supporters of the nation's founding.

The county maintains multiple historical landmarks and museums that document the development of local communities since the early 19th century.

The county is served by multiple railroad lines that provide connections between communities. Visitors should familiarize themselves with local roads and how the area's geography connects different towns.

The Twin Lakes Park and Reservoir, created in 1895 at the northern edge of Paris, offers recreational opportunities for county residents.

Location: Illinois

Inception: January 3, 1823

Capital city: Paris

Shares border with: Vermilion County, Clark County, Vigo County, Champaign County, Coles County, Douglas County, Vermillion County

Website: http://co.edgar.il.us

GPS coordinates: 39.68000,-87.75000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:43