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Around Illinois by Amtrak
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Fair City on the World's Stage: The World's Fair in Chicago
More than a century after the World’s Fair graced Chicago—and a killer stalked i...
Read StoryFair City on the World's Stage: The World's Fair in Chicago
More than a century after the World’s Fair graced Chicago—and a killer stalked i...
Path to Freedom on Illinois’ Underground Railroad
Visit the secret places slaves stayed in Illinois while fleeing the South.
Read StoryPath to Freedom on Illinois’ Underground Railroad
Visit the secret places slaves stayed in Illinois while fleeing the South.
Family Activities in March
You don't need to wait until summer break to embark on a family getaway.
Read StoryFamily Activities in March
You don't need to wait until summer break to embark on a family getaway.
John Deere Pavilion
With a namesake pavilion, museum, historic site, golf course and tournament, plu...
Read StoryJohn Deere Pavilion
With a namesake pavilion, museum, historic site, golf course and tournament, plu...
Girlfriend Getaway along the I&M Canal
In the 1800s, the Illinois and Michigan Canal fueled commerce from the Illinois ...
Read StoryGirlfriend Getaway along the I&M Canal
In the 1800s, the Illinois and Michigan Canal fueled commerce from the Illinois ...
The Mystery of Cahokia Mounds
Dubbed the Manhattan of early America, Cahokia Mounds is one of the most impress...
Read StoryThe Mystery of Cahokia Mounds
Dubbed the Manhattan of early America, Cahokia Mounds is one of the most impress...
Family Fun and Some History Too
Chicago-based photographer and Instagramer Craig Hensel @thecraighensel and his ...
Read StoryFamily Fun and Some History Too
Chicago-based photographer and Instagramer Craig Hensel @thecraighensel and his ...
National Treasures
Explore Illinois's diverse historic sites managed by the National Park Service.
Read StoryNational Treasures
Explore Illinois's diverse historic sites managed by the National Park Service.
It’s a Date
These Three Destinations Bring Fun and Flirtation to Your Weekend GetawayEpic Ch...
Read StoryIt’s a Date
These Three Destinations Bring Fun and Flirtation to Your Weekend GetawayEpic Ch...
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In the 1800s, the Illinois and Michigan Canal fueled commerce from the Illinois River to Chicago. Today, follow the canal for a history-infused, shopping-filled getaway.
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