Welcome to the home of the City of Herrin. In the heart of beautiful Southernmost Illinois, Herrin is a great place to live, work, play, raise a family and do business.
The city is part of the Marion -Herrin Micropolitan Area and is a part of the Carbondale - Marion -Herrin, Illinois Combined Statistical Area with 123,272 residents, the sixth most populous Combined statistical area in Illinois.
Herrin, located in the heart of Illinois, is a city with a rich coal mining heritage that has shaped much of its character and history. Known primarily for its involvement in the coal industry during the early 20th century, Herrin was once a bustling hub for miners and their families.
Herrin High School empowers students through academics, activities, and real-world readiness in a supportive and inclusive environment.
Herrin Chamber of Commerce drives and supports the economic good of Herrin for the primary purpose of advancing economic, civic, and cultural interests of the Herrin area.
Herrin is a city where people live amid Southern Illinois’ lush and sprawling farmland. Herrin was settled by many Italian immigrants throughout the early 19th century. Herrin has single-story homes organized along narrow streets with no sidewalks.
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Herrin was incorporated as a village . Ephraim Herrin, “Uncle Eph” to the entire town, was the first president of the village trustees. Mr. Herrin was born on the prairie, and as a young man of nineteen enlisted in the Union army.