What is crescent city illinois?

Crescent City is a village in Iroquois County, Illinois, United States. It is located about 8 miles southeast of Watseka, the county seat. The village covers an area of 0.5 square miles and has a population of approximately 600 residents.

The village was established in the mid-19th century and was named after its crescent moon-shaped location along the Iroquois River. Agriculture has been a major economic activity in Crescent City since its founding. The village has several active farms and produces corn, soybeans, and wheat.

Crescent City has a strong sense of community with several local events throughout the year including a Fourth of July parade and fireworks display, and a Fall Festival featuring a car show, craft fair, and live entertainment. The village also has a public park, a library, and several churches.

The nearest major cities to Crescent City are Kankakee, about 25 miles to the north, Champaign, about 50 miles to the south, and Chicago, about 95 miles to the north-northeast. The village is served by Interstate 57, which runs just west of the village.