Alton, Illinois, was named after Alton, England. The name was chosen by the town's founder, John McAdams, who settled in the area around 1816. The location's strategic position along the Mississippi River and its development into a transportation hub contributed to its growth and significance in the region.
Alton, IL is located to the north-northeast of St. Louis, Missouri. Alton, IL is located directly north of East St. Louis, Illinois.
The address of the Alton Museum Of History is: 2809 College Ave, Alton, IL 62002-4743
Rufus Easton, the founder of Alton, IL and the first postmaster general of the Louisiana Purchase, named it after one of his sons. He also named a number of streets in the city after his children.
Madison County
860 miles
Jeralyn Alton's birth name is Jerry Lee Alton.
Robert Alton's birth name is Robert Alton Hart.
Sheron Alton's birth name is Sheron Elaine Alton.
Alton Hendrickson's birth name is Alton Reynolds Hendrickson.
Alton Ford's birth name is Alton Albert Ford.
It is 286 miles according to Google Maps.
Alton Williams II's birth name is Alton Lewis Williams.