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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.
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READ ON!Mericha’s has been family owned since 1933. Known for their World Famous “Poor Boys”, they also have excellent fine dining options. Merichka’s cut all of their meat, grinds their own beef, and broil all of their hamburgers and steaks. Merichka’s is Will County’s landmark for fine dining.
Harrah’s Casino & Hotel is your epicenter for fun. Harrah’s is located along the Des Plaines River in picturesque downtown Joliet. Play over 1,000 of the hottest Chicagoland slots where fun, ...read on
Enjoy a great night sleep at one of the finest hotels in the Joliet area. Race fans start your engines at the Fairfield Inn & Suites Joliet North, as it is located minutes away from both the read on
Settle into a fresh and modern suite at the Home2 Suites Hotel in Joliet. Conveniently located off I-55 near Louis Joliet ...read on
The Haunted Trails of Joliet is a unique, year-round “Halloween-themed” family entertainment center. Haunted Trails specializes in family fun, birthday parties, group celebrations, company picnics ...read on
Harrah’s Casino & Hotel is your epicenter for fun. Harrah’s is located along the Des Plaines River in picturesque downtown Joliet. Play over 1,000 of the hottest Chicagoland slots where fun, ...read on
Coming in 2021, the Illinois Rock & Roll Museum on Route 66 is an organization created to honor and celebrate the musical contributions of Illinois to the world. Based in Downtown read on
The Joliet Area Historical Museum, in downtown Joliet, offers history buffs with a chance to relive history through special exhibits, educational programs and a summer concert series. The museum's ...read on
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