Chester Municipal Band offers free concert at Fort Kaskaskia

State Representative David Friess (IL) | Representative David Friess (R) 115th District

By South West Illinois News Reports

Jun 25, 2025

The Chester Municipal Band is set to perform a free concert on Tuesday, July 1, at 7 p.m. The event will take place at the newly restored band shelter located at Fort Kaskaskia State Historic Site.

Recent renovations were carried out by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, which included a new roof, updated electrical systems, and restored woodwork for the historic shelter.

The concert is open to all members of the public and will feature live music alongside an available food vendor. Attendees are invited to enjoy an evening outdoors while supporting the local band.

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