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Both locations are open to the public 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, except holidays.

Benton, Illinois
301 West Main Street
Benton, IL 62812*
(618) 439-7760
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East St. Louis, Illinois
750 Missouri Avenue
East St. Louis, IL 62201
(618) 482-9371
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301 West Main Street
Benton, IL 62812
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East St. Louis, IL 62201
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