Chester, Illinois: Statue of Popeye
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Segar Memorial Park
- Address:
- Hwy 51, Chester, IL
- Directions:
- On the east side of Bridge Bypass Rd (Hwy 51 in Missouri) just north of the Mississippi River bridge.
- RA Rates:
- Worth a Detour
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Statues of Popeye and his comic cohorts populate a town, honoring the local artist who modeled his cartoon characters on Chester residents.
Roadsideamerica.com Report... [01/14/2013]Popeye and Friends Statues:
For an 80-year-old cartoon character, Popeye has some sea legs. At least three towns promote his immortality with statues, but Chester, Illinois, clearly has wind in its sails.
[09/14/2009] Complete Story...Visitor Tips and News About Statue of Popeye
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There are now 17 statues around town. A map is at the Chester Visitor Center next to Popeye. Restrooms in building as well and a nice view of the Mississippi River and bridge.
[Sumoflam, 10/05/2022]
Great view of the river from the welcome center. They will provide a map where the other statues can be founds.
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