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.
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A Mess of Things in Ottawa, Illinois is your shopping destination for vintage, shabby chic, recycled, home décor, and clothing items. The store is a real treasure with a variety of unique items. The shop is located in Downtown Ottawa with plenty of free parking and is close to restaurants and assortment of stores.
Applebee’s Bait Shop is conveniently located right off of I-80 in Utica. The Shop is open 7 days week to provide bait, tackle and fishing licenses to fisherman looking to enjoy a relaxing day on the lakes and streams at Starved Rock State Park. Applebee’s Bait Shop has fishing guides available for Illinois River and LaSalle Lake.
August Hill Winery & Illinois Sparkling Co. in Downtown Utica is Starved Rock Country’s award winning winery. August Hill Winery has been making wine since 2002. The Winery includes caves for aging wine, a tasting room, a sparkling wine program, and a staff that is family. A visit to winery allows you to not only taste the wine but see how the wine is made. Enjoy wine tastings of the August Hill Winery in the tasting room or on the outdoor patio and enjoy live music in the ...
B Dominique Boutique is the newest place to shop! Carrying EVERYTHING in sizes small through 3XL! B Dominique Boutique also gets new arrivals every Thursday, so the store is always new and fresh. Check them out in Ottawa, IL.
Blain’s Farm & Fleet is a specialty discount retailer in the Starved Rock area of Ottawa, Illinois. The chain currently has 38 stores in Wisconsin, Iowa and Illinois. The stores sell tires, agricultural supplies and equipment, hunting and fishing equipment and licenses, kitchen appliances, housewares, automotive goods, men's & women's clothing, household hardware, lawn and garden supplies, outdoor power tools, pumps and generators, paint, pet supplies, candy, sporting goods, ...
City Folk Urban Décor offers affordable Fine Art, African Art, signed Pottery & Glass and Custom Picture Framing. All items in our store come with information about the designer, age of item and history, if known.
Clarks Run Antiques is located in Utica, near Starved Rock State Park. Clarks Run Antiques is Starved Rock Country’s largest antique store with over 70 vendors, and has been voted best in the Midwest. Clarks Run sells rusty, recycled, weathered, refinished, shabby, vintage and trendy antiques. Touch and feel the excitement of a great find as you enjoy the hunt at Clarks Run Antiques. Part of the Heritage Corridor Antique Trail.
Clarks Run Creek Wine & Gifts is located near Starved Rock State Park. Clarks Run Creek is the perfect environment for getting a taste of the local culture and spending time with friends. The wine store features a great selection of wines from all around the world, as well as many Illinois wines such as Spirit Knob, Blue Sky, Kickapoo Creek and Pheasant Hollow. Enjoy a tasting glass in their spacious and comfortable lounge overlooking beautiful Downtown Utica.
Fine Field Pottery creates functional, affordable, and artistic pieces of stoneware pottery. The stoneware pottery could last for generations if treated right and is dishwasher, microwave and oven safe. The Fine Field Pottery Company makes each piece is handmade, glazed and fired in their FFP Studio. The Fine Field Pottery Studio in Streator, Illinois, has open studio hours the first Wednesday of the month, and you can learn about the process of throwing, glazing and firing.
H & H Mercantile in Streator, Illinois offers the largest selection of vintage vinyl in LaSalle County. The store has many eclectic and unique items, such as antiques, jewelry, collectibles, housewares, small furniture and more. Located on historic Main Street in Downtown Streator, H & H Mercantile provides big city shopping at small town prices.
Handy Foods is the place to shop in Ottawa and the Starved Rock area if you are looking for the highest level of quality, fresh products and service at affordable prices. The grocer wants to give customers a special feeling when they shop at the store. Each customer will be greeted when they enter and they will carry your groceries out when you are ready to leave. The store is your typical grocery store serving a wide selection of dairy products, a deli, canned goods and meat. ...
Herman’s Package Store offers its customers a wide selection of domestic and imported beers, wines, and spirits, along with sodas, tobacco products, snacks, and bar supplies. Herman’s Package Store has been serving the Ottawa Starved Rock area since 1944. Make sure to pick up some local favorite craft beer, Radium City and Tangled Roots Brewing Company. Part of the Heritage Corridor Ale Trail.
The Hornbaker Gardens is a family owned and operated nursery located just 5 miles southeast of Princeton. Hornbaker Gardens is a specialty destination garden center, arboretum and botanical gardens in one beautiful location. Stroll through the extensive display gardens for inspiration. The garden center stocks over 400 varieties of hostas along with a large selection of perennials, tree & shrubs, daylilies and other perennials, grasses, aquatics, annuals, pottery, granite ...
It starts with the best meats……
We find premium sources of each animal, mostly in the U.S.A – for the really exotic meats, we get it from the most sustainable sources. Our meat goes to state of the art facilities that stay current with the latest trends in flavors and ingredients. Then we focus on the long and slow way of making jerky. Starting with whole slices of top round. Seasoned and marinated to flavorful perfection – never rushed to pack in all the delicious ...
Jobst Monuments & Gifts is two shops in one, housed in an historic 1800’s building. The store carries unique gifts for the home and garden, as well as provide family and civic memorials. When visiting Jobst Monuments & Gifts be sure to stop by the fairy garden corner. A great store to stop at when visiting the Starved Rock area.
K’s Secret Garden in Streator, Illinois is your shopping destination for unique gifts and creations. Whether you are looking for a gift for that special someone or birthday, K’s Secret Garden has the perfects gifts for all occasions.
Clothing, shoes, accessories, and giftware are all located at Lady Di's in Downtown Ottawa. Personal service is a priority and you will always find current trends and styles made with quality. Walk out a new person, dressed head to toe.
The Lock 16 Gift Shop is located at the Lock 16 Visitor Center in LaSalle. Gift Shop boasts a wide selection of unique gifts, seasonal décor, cards, books, souvenirs and mementos and exclusive I&M Canal Boat items. No matter the occasion you’re sure to find the perfect I&M Canal themed gifts at the Lock 16 Gift Shop.
Shop Peaces of Fashion in La Salle, Illinois for shoes, clothes and accessories. Visit us to work with personal shoppers or to get unique gifts for the people in your life. If you are looking for assistance for footwear, come try out our Orthotic Scanner!
Prairie Fox Books is an independent bookstore in Ottawa, Illinois. The book store features an English library-style atmosphere and knowledgeable booksellers. Prairie Fox Books hopes to create a community gathering space for book lovers of the area.
Rock Paper Scissors in Downtown Ottawa features a wide array of educational toys, games and school supplies for children of all ages. The includes hands-on experiences for educational learning, and an open space for classes, workshops and events. Rock Paper Scissors is Starved Rock Country’s headquarters for teachers and students.
The Starved Rock Café is open daily and conveniently located on the west end of the property, just off the Lobby. Stop in for a breakfast sandwich, delicious coffee or a caramel latte. Place your to-go order in the Café for breakfast, lunch and afternoon snacks. Try our delicious fudge or Artisan ice cream (we make both right here at the Lodge). We also have craft beer by the can and Illinois-made wines. The Cafe also carries travel supplies.
Visit The Rock and Soul in Utica, Illinois and browse a variety of rock collectors specimen, minerals, gemstones, and crystals. The shop also includes Tibetan tapestries, statues, beads, books, gifts and more. Special events and classes also held on site. Visit our website for more information.
If you are interested in cozy rentals, contact us about the Will Tree Cottage and Bunk house!
37 years experience for best selection and prices on western boots, hats, clothing, belts, jewelry and accessories. Next to Wendy's in Peru. Open 7 days per week.
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