Benton, County seat in Franklin County, Illinois, United States.
The city of Benton extends across 5.66 square miles of land at an elevation of 136 meters in southern Illinois.
Established in 1841 through a 20-acre land donation from John Ewing and Walter S. Akin, Benton transformed from a village to a city in 1902.
The Franklin County Courthouse, constructed in 1874 for $27,500, stands as the central administrative building in Benton's Public Square.
The Benton Public Library provides computer access, reading programs, and a garden space for residents within the Benton High School District.
George Harrison made his first visit to American soil in Benton during September 1963, purchasing a guitar that later gained substantial value.
Location: Franklin County
Inception: 1841
Elevation above the sea: 136 m
Website: https://bentonil.com
GPS coordinates: 37.99672,-88.92007
Latest update: May 27, 2025 10:07
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