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Canal Towns

Canal Towns

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. 

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Route 66

Route 66

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!

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Starved Rock

Starved Rock

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.

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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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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.

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Hometown America: Lemont Celebrates America 250

306 Lemont Street Lemont, IL 60439 Lemont, Il 60439
630-257-2972
Dates: Jul. 11, 2026
times: 2pm-6pm
admission: Free!!!
Location: VFW Hall, Lemont, 306 Lemont Street Lemont, IL 60439, Lemont, Il 60439


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Step back in time and celebrate the spirit of small-town America!Join the Lemont Area Historical Society for Hometown America: Lemont Celebrates America 250, a family-friendly afternoon filled with nostalgia, hometown pride, and good old-fashioned fun.Stroll through interactive stations highlighting the people, places, and stories that shaped Lemont. Pick up your passport and collect stamps as you explore Route 66 memories, historic Then & Now photos, local fun facts, postcards from Lemont, and the legacy of our limestone heritage.Relax on the patio with a refreshing glass of lemonade or iced tea, enjoy Americana music, challenge your family to lawn games, and indulge your sweet tooth at our homemade dessert contest. Whether you're a lifelong Lemont resident, new to town, or simply looking for a unique summer outing, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Saturday, July 11, 2026 2:006:00 PM Lemont VFW15780 New Ave, Lemont, IL 60439Come celebrate our past, our community, and our future as we honor America's 250th anniversary through the heart of Lemont. Admission is free. Memories are priceless.Bring your family, invite your neighbors, and make some hometown memories with us!

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