County Welcome
Welcome to St. Clair County and to the City of Belleville, our county seat! Both St. Clair County and the City of Belleville have a rich history. St. Clair County…
City Welcome
It is my great pleasure to introduce you to Belleville’s many special attributes, and I hope you will be able to experience our city in person. Established in 1814, Belleville…
Chamber Welcome
As Executive Director of the Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce, I would like to extend our warmest welcome to our visitors. The Chamber is excited to showcase our great community,…
History
Belleville is one of the oldest cities in Illinois. It was first settled after the Revolutionary War by veterans who received land grants. After the Civil War, manufacturing began to…
Living in Belleville
From the historic districts to new subdivisions, Belleville has it all when it comes to housing. The architecture of many older homes in Belleville reflects the city’s German ancestry. Many…
Business
Belleville enjoys a strong business community. Home to several major manufacturers including Empire Comfort Systems, The ROHO Group and TerraSource Global, plus two major hospitals and numerous retail stores, banks,…
Scott Air Force Base
Scott Field was established on June 14, 1917. It is named after Corporal Frank Scott, the first enlisted person killed in an aviation crash. It is the only Air Force…
Recreation
Parks Bellevue Park is Belleville’s first park. It sits on 27 beautiful acres on the west end of Belleville near Memorial Hospital. The park offers a tranquil, three-acre fishing lake…