MT. VERNON — Broadway Street will experience an influx of traffic on Tuesday, May 21st when approximately 500 motorcycle riders will proceed through Mt. Vernon as a part of the 31st Annual Run for the Wall Ride.

Marketing Executive with the Mt. Vernon Convention and Visitors Bureau, Grace McDowell, gives some history on the ride.

Mt. Vernon is their only stop in Illinois.

For spectators wanting more information on the event, visit tourism@mtvernon.com or call (618) 242-3151. If you’d like to take part as a rider, go to rftw.us.