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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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Events

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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Murals on Main Street Featuring the World's Largest Outdoor Painted Route 66 Shield Pontiac Oakland Automobile Museum A Car Lovers Dream Rt 66 Association of Illinois Hall of Fame Highlighting the Illinois Portion of Route 66



Pontiac, Illinois

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The Town of Pontiac, IL truly embraces Route 66.  Head over to the Route 66 Hall of Fame and see exhibits highlighting “The Mother Road” throughout the state.  Check out all 27 murals throughout the town, including the World’s Largest Rt. 66 Painted Shield.  Don’t miss the Pontiac Oakland Automobile Museum, the Museum of the Gilding Arts, and the great shopping throughout downtown.

 

Greater Livingston County Arts Council

 209 W. Madison Street
Pontiac, IL 61764
815-419-2472

Illinois Route 66 Hall of Fame & Museum

 110 W. Howard St.
Pontiac, IL 61764
815-844-4566

Jurassic Gemstones

 117 W Madison St.
Pontiac, IL 61764
815-844-2977

Livin' in Color

 105 W Madison
Pontiac, IL 61764
815-844-2704

Old Log Cabin

 18700 Old Route 66
Pontiac, IL 61764
815-842-2908

Pops Pop Up

 517 W. Howard St.
Pontiac, IL 61764
815-674-4979

Route 66 Kite Festival

 222 N Main
Pontiac, IL 61764
815-953-8303

Route 66 Kites and Board Games

 222 N. Main Street
Pontiac, IL 61764
815-953-8303

The Cup & The Scone

 213 W Madison St
Pontiac, IL 61764
815-255-9870

The Eagle Performing Arts & Conference Center

 319 N Plum St
Pontiac, IL 61764
815-844-1187

Pontiac, Illinois Events

As you travel through the Heritage Corridor, One thing becomes clear, there is always something going on somewhere!

Scenes from Around the Corridor