Matthiessen
United States, Illinois
Matthiessen
LocationUnited States, Illinois
RegionIllinois
TypeState Park
Coordinates41.2949°, -89.0098°
Established1943
Area7.843
Nearest CityUtica (5 mi)
Major CityOttawa, 10 mi
About Matthiessen
Originally owned by Frederick William Matthiessen with 176 acres. Donated to the State of Illinois after his death in 1918, opened to the public in 1943. Near Starved Rock State Park.