About this city
Also known as: Horseradish Capital of the World
Collinsville is a historically and archaeologically significant city located primarily in Madison County, just a few miles east of St. Louis, Missouri. Settled in the early 19th century by entrepreneurial brothers from Connecticut, the city developed a diverse economy rooted in coal mining, brick manufacturing, and agriculture, earning fame as the Horseradish Capital of the World. It is most profoundly notable for encompassing the Cahokia Mounds, a pre-Columbian Native American city that represents one of the most vital archaeological sites in North America.
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Suggested stay: 1–2 days
Explore the ancient earthen architectural monuments at the Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site, snap a photo with the quirky World's Largest Catsup Bottle roadside attraction, and enjoy family water fun at Splash City.
