Richmond Days - Richmond IL

Today and tomorrow it's the celebration of Richmond IL here @ Richmond days. There are some games, lots of food, an extremely short parade (but it's still fun) and a blues music/bike fest down at the creek by Doyle's Pub and Eatery.

Richmond, like any small town has its share of problems. We're feeling the tightness of the economy, too many houses up for sale causing the value of other homes to drop. Many residents unemployed or under employed. But... But...

It's still a fun place to be, great to visit and folks are as friendly as anywhere else. The old buildings of our tiny downtown lend to an atmosphere that lets the late 1800's linger with little effort. Plenty of antiques, boutiques and other unique shops, great food, smiles and laughter are around every corner. It's a cool place to be.

Richmond IL is a nice quiet little town where you know your neighbors, your kids run and play and you can take a walk to town on a cool breezy day. I've lived here for 6 yrs and kind of dig it. :-)