Mother Jones Monument in Litchfield, Illinois
Landmark

Mother Jones Monument

Litchfield, Illinois

Mile Marker 253 mi from Chicago
Highway Historic Route 66

Standing in Litchfield, Illinois, the Mother Jones Monument honors Mary Harris Jones, a fiery labor organizer who championed the rights of miners and their families. Visitors can reflect on her impactful life and the struggles of working people at this significant roadside memorial, a quiet stop along the historic path. This landmark offers a poignant pause for contemplation on American labor history.

5585 Mt Olive Rd, Mt Olive, IL 62069, USA, Litchfield, Illinois

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