Tazewell County, County administrative division in central Illinois, US.
Tazewell County extends across 658 square miles of land in Illinois, featuring a combination of suburban neighborhoods and agricultural landscapes.
The county was established in 1827 and named after Littleton Tazewell, who later became the governor of Virginia in 1834.
The county organizes regular community gatherings throughout the year, connecting residents through local events at the Pekin Cultural Center.
Interstate 74 and Interstate 155 intersect within the county borders, providing direct transportation routes to major Illinois metropolitan areas.
Spring Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area within the county maintains specific zones for waterfowl hunting and fish conservation.
Location: Illinois
Inception: January 31, 1827
Capital city: Pekin
Shares border with: Peoria County, Woodford County, McLean County, Logan County, Mason County, Fulton County
Website: http://tazewell.com
GPS coordinates: 40.51000,-89.51000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:12
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