Moultrie County Illinois

Buggies, Boats and Broadway
Moultrie County is the home of the Little Theatre on the Square, bringing Broadway to Central Illinois for nearly 70 years, and Lake Shelbyville, boasting 11,000 acres of nature and 200 miles of shoreline.

Moultrie County is unlike any other travel destination. Nestled in a sea of green fields you will find buggies, boats, and Broadway all in one place.

Sullivan, Illinois is home to The Little Theatre on the Square, the only equity theatre in downstate Illinois. Anchoring the historic downtown in Sullivan, The Little Theatre on the Square produces amazing children and adult shows over the spring and summer months. The Little Theatre on the Square has been bringing Broadway productions to the cornfields for over 60 years. The stage at The Little Theatre has been graced with famous stars including Mickey Rooney, Alan Alda, Ann Miller, Don Ameche, Betty Grable, John Carradine, Leonard Nimoy, and Forrest Tucker. In recent years The Little Theatre has seen many Broadway stars and recording artists.

One of Moultrie County's other favorite attractions is Lake Shelbyville, located just south of Sullivan. Enjoy outdoor recreation at the nearby 11,000 acres of water surround by nature at its best and 200 miles of shoreline in and around Lake Shelbyville. Lake Shelbyville offers outdoor recreation on and off the water: fishing, boating, kayak trails, mountain biking, hiking, hunting, fishing and swimming for those who enjoy the great outdoors.

Moultrie County is home to many Amish-owned businesses scattered throughout the county. Nearby Arthur, Illinois is known for a strong Amish heritage, where you can find handcrafted furniture, fabrics, locally raised produce, and other fresh and authentic goods. Cruise through the country to visit Amish establishments and explore a more simple way of life. While you are there sample fresh goat cheese, visit the numerous bakeries, and take a buggy ride on a real Amish farm. If organized adventure is more your speed, tours for large are small groups are available. Historical downtowns in all of the surrounding communities are home to many unique, locally-owned shops that offer a variety of handmade, vintage, and one-of-a-kind goods.

Check out the nightlife while you visit perhaps by first stopping at our urban wine lounge, 5 West Coffee & Wine Lounge, and then enjoy gourmet dining lakeside at North End Pub & Grill located on Lake Shelbyville. No matter what you're looking for, you can find it in Moultrie County. Wish you were here.

Moultrie County is unlike any other travel destination. Nestled in a sea of green fields you will find buggies, boats, and Broadway all in one place.

Sullivan, Illinois is home to The Little Theatre on the Square, the only equity theatre in downstate Illinois. Anchoring the historic downtown in Sullivan, The Little Theatre on the Square produces amazing children and adult shows over the spring and summer months. The Little Theatre on the Square has been bringing Broadway productions to the cornfields for over 60 years. The stage at The Little Theatre has been graced with famous stars including Mickey Rooney, Alan Alda, Ann Miller, Don Ameche, Betty Grable, John Carradine, Leonard Nimoy, and Forrest Tucker. In recent years The Little Theatre has seen many Broadway stars and recording artists.

One of Moultrie County's other favorite attractions is Lake Shelbyville, located just south of Sullivan. Enjoy outdoor recreation at the nearby 11,000 acres of water surround by nature at its best and 200 miles of shoreline in and around Lake Shelbyville. Lake Shelbyville offers outdoor recreation on and off the water: fishing, boating, kayak trails, mountain biking, hiking, hunting, fishing and swimming for those who enjoy the great outdoors.

Moultrie County is home to many Amish-owned businesses scattered throughout the county. Nearby Arthur, Illinois is known for a strong Amish heritage, where you can find handcrafted furniture, fabrics, locally raised produce, and other fresh and authentic goods. Cruise through the country to visit Amish establishments and explore a more simple way of life. While you are there sample fresh goat cheese, visit the numerous bakeries, and take a buggy ride on a real Amish farm. If organized adventure is more your speed, tours for large are small groups are available. Historical downtowns in all of the surrounding communities are home to many unique, locally-owned shops that offer a variety of handmade, vintage, and one-of-a-kind goods.

Check out the nightlife while you visit perhaps by first stopping at our urban wine lounge, 5 West Coffee & Wine Lounge, and then enjoy gourmet dining lakeside at North End Pub & Grill located on Lake Shelbyville. No matter what you're looking for, you can find it in Moultrie County. Wish you were here.