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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!Bring your group to the first National Heritage Corridor by visiting the quaint canal towns and communities along the Illinois and Michigan Canal. From 14 miles south of Chicago to 100 miles southwest, the Heritage Corridor is accessible by 5 major interstates, Chicago airports, Amtrak and Metra rail.
Thanks to our convenient location just 14 miles south of Chicago to 100 miles southwest, the Heritage Corridor Convention and Visitor Bureau books many mystery tours and offers adventure and surprise.
Let us tailor the perfect tour for your group. Contact Kate today at 815-216-9962 or kate (at) hccvbil.com.
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