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!HOURS/LOCATION: You can enjoy wine on the hillside on Saturdays & Sundays from 12-5 pm. This event is at our 21 N 2551st Rd., Peru, IL vineyard & winery location (not at our Tasting Room in Utica). You can find directions to get to our Peru location and FAQs on our Wine on the Hill page.
MUSIC: Saturday, 1-4pm - Peter Warren Sunday, 1-4pm - Patrick Butler
RESERVATION TO RELAX: Want to enjoy Wine on the Hill, with less work for you? Book your “Reservation to Relax” today, and the August Hill team will prepare you a spot on the hill for your selected date. The space will include two adirondack chairs, an umbrella for shade, a 30 quart cooler with ice, 2 bottled waters, and a small variety of snacks.
SIGN UP FOR A CAVE TASTING: We offer Cave Tastings hourly throughout the day in our Winery Caves.