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.
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!
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.
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.
12/15/2023 by Mariah Scott
Downtown Morris has everything you need for a perfect Christmas outing!
2nd Annual Holiday in the Park
December 16, 2023
Save the date for the 2nd Annual Holiday in the Park, hosted by the City of Morris! Enjoy ice skating, visits with Santa, and fare from...READ MORE
10/03/2023 by Lauren Las
SPOOKY SZN is here, and whether you are making plans or wanting to change your plans, there are some great events coming up to celebrate.
October 6th - October 29th
Jack O'Lantern World at The Forge: Lemont Quarries
Jack O’Lantern World is bringing their jaw...READ MORE
11/15/2022 by Lauren Las
There are countless holiday markets happening around the Heritage Corridor this winter season. From Christkindl to Chris Kringle to Christmas Market, you'll find the perfect place to shop and celebrate the season.
Ottawa, IL - Chris Kringle Market
Dates: November 2...READ MORE
04/27/2022 by Mariah Scott
Stroll the streets of downtown Morris for their Girls Night Out event May 6, 2022. Grab all the ladies and come enjoy shopping, deals, delicious food and stuck around for the after party.
Start the day explore all the unique shops in the area from 4 PM – 8 PM, then...READ MORE
04/12/2022 by Mariah Scott
Stroll the streets of downtown Pontiac and be a part of a collaborative celebration of the arts for their Swinging Bridges Arts Festival, May 7-8, 2022. There will be many activities planned for the full weekend such as music, food, interactive arts-related display...READ MORE
04/07/2022 by Mariah Scott
Mabel’s Market is kicking off their 10th Market on Canal on May 1st and you do not want to miss out! Cruise the charming downtown of Lemont while exploring 40 different vendors, selling beautifully handcrafted and vintage items. Stick around and enjoy live music, beer ...READ MORE
04/07/2022 by Mariah Scott
Support Lockport’s very own Thimbles Quilts during the Seeds of Friendship Shop Hop on April 14, 2022. This is a virtual event and begins this Friday, April 8, 2022, and includes 7 quilt shops from around the US. Each quilt shop will go live on Facebook at 7P...READ MORE
02/09/2022 by Mariah Scott
It's Black History Month and around the Corridor, we would like to highlight our Black-owned businesses in the area that you must visit. From one of the very few Black-owned breweries in Illinois to tasty handmade treats and fashionable styles at a lo...READ MORE
01/19/2022 by Mariah Scott
Now that 2022 is here, it’s time to refresh your bookshelves with new and exciting reads for the year. Around the Corridor, we have a couple of bookstores that gave us an insight on popular must-read books for 2022, and we have the list to share with you. There...READ MORE
12/16/2021 by Mariah Scott
We know how busy things can get around the holidays and with Christmas coming up this weekend, we wanted to share with you last minute gift ideas for you to pick up today, wrap it up with a bow and place under your Christmas tree just in time for Christmas morning.
These...READ MORE
11/16/2021 by Mariah Scott
Celebrate all the local boutiques, antiques, breweries, wineries, coffee shops and more in your area for Small Business Saturday on November 27, 2021. This holiday season, find something unique and special to gift your loved ones.
Around the corridor, we have so many ama...READ MORE
09/08/2021 by Mariah Scott
Join Thimbles Quilts virtually next Thursday, September 16 for a special class on paper piecing and enter to win a $50 gift card drawing! Thimbles has partnered with School of Sewing this month where you can tune in with 10 unique shops to learn the very basics of quilting. ...READ MORE
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