Visit Auburn, Illinois in the spring and you will soon realize just why it is known as The Redbud City. Ablaze in the reds and pinks of a multitude of flowering redbud trees, Auburn virtually glows with small town charm.

If you wonder how Auburn started to become known as the Red Bud City, you have to go back to 1961 to a beautification program started by former mayor Dr. Kenneth Malmberg.  The trees were transported into the city from southern Illinois and purchased by the townspeople, who planted them alongside the city streets. Since Red Bud trees are slow growing, we are enjoying the foresight of those who planted the trees nearly 40 years ago.

Only minutes from the State Capital and the Lincoln sites, Auburn is keenly aware of its place in history. The city can trace its roots back to the earliest settlers in Sangamon County and all of Illinois.

As much as Auburn relishes its ties to the past, its eyes are to the future. Infrastructure improvements are leading the way for growth in commercial, industrial and residential ventures.

An excellent school district, good business climate, moderately priced housing, golf and other recreational facilities give Auburn big city advantages while still maintaining its small town appeal.

Located at the crossroads of State Routes 104 and 4 and minutes away from Interstates 72 and 55 (just one and a half hours from St. Louis), Auburn is easily accessible to all.

Whether for business or pleasure Auburn is a place, you should visit. You'll quickly understand why residents say:

Auburn's not just anyplace,
Auburn is our home.

Through the links on the left you will get to know our city a little better. Visit us often, you'll be glad you did.