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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.
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!Come and enjoy some of the best local bands in La Salle. The Summer Sunset Concert Series takes place on the lawn of the Hegeler Carus Mansion, a National Historic Landmark. Enjoy time with family and friends and listen to good music under the umbrella of mature trees that keep the lawn shaded and evenings cool. Guests bring the makings of a picnic, chairs and blankets while enjoying the Victorian ambiance.
Food vendor available during most concerts. Check our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/hegelercarus/ for current concert updates. No Concert on June 30th.
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