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A mid-1800’s architectural wonder helped make Chicago the city it is today. The 96-mile Illinois & Michigan Canal (I&M Canal) connected the Great Lakes in Bridgeport, Chicago to the Illinois River at LaSalle-Peru, and amazingly unique towns sprung up that maintain their authentic charm to this date.
READ ON!Freedom. The Open Road. The American Dream. All are still alive on The Mother Road. The nostalgia of diners, museums, tourist stops and neon lights are there for you to visit as you make the drive from Chicago to Santa Monica, CA. You can still get your Kicks on Route 66!
READ ON!A visit to Starved Rock State Park consists of many sights to behold, including breathtaking views of its many canyons and awe-inspiring scenes of eagles flying during the winter month.
READ ON!The Heritage Corridor is filled with events that are waiting just for you. Live music, fun festivals, learning programs, and active adventures await.
READ ON!Are you looking for a specific type of place to visit in the I&M Canal Heritage Corridor? If you're a craft beer fan, you will love the Heritage Corridor Ale Trail? Seeing a thrilling journey or just an escape, check out Adventure Outside Chicago. We've got all the info to unlock your next trip right here.
READ ON!The Cathedral Area Preservation Association of Joliet was formed in 1981 by concerned neighbors looking to preserve, protect and promote their historic neighborhood. The organization puts on several events throughout the year, including a Beer Walk. In September, they hold a Housewalk that allows the community to explore the interior of 5 historical homes and the LaVerne & Dorothy Brown Science Hall at the University of St. Francis. At each home, you’ll learn about the location’s history and design. Bring your walking shoes or ride the trolley between each home stop.
With the Holiday Inn & Suites ideal location, you’ll be minutes away from great places to eat, shop and attractions where you will great memories that will last of lifetime. Traveling for business?...read on
Set a pace that suites you at the Residence Inn Bolingbrook. In town for an extended business trip, the conveniences of the Residence Inn of spacious suites, free WIFI and breakfast, provide you wi...read on
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bolingbrook is an all-suite hotel perfect for your downtown Chicago getaway any time of the year. Bolingbrook is a Chicago suburb and is ideal for both business and fa...read on
Who is Goldfinger Brewing Company?
In the 19th century in Krakow, Poland, Markus Goldfinger started a brewery and brewing equipment manufacturing company that lasted severa...read on
Owner Eric Schmidt started to forge his appreciation o...read on
In the burgeoning suburb of Downers Grove, three men with a passion for beer formed Alter Brewing Company. Alter Brewing has become a friendly hub where novices and experts alike can gather in thei...read on
Ike & Oak Brewing Co. is an independently owned lo...read on
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