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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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Starved Rock News Starved Rock Country Welcome Center & Illinois Made Gift Shoppe
Events

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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Events News Fireworks at the Joliet Slammers Stadium
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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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13 Fall Festivities in Central Illinois

 09/01/2026 by  
Summer is flying by, and I’m not quite sure if I’m ready to say goodbye. However, the promise of crisp fall air and colorful leaves just around the corner makes the transition a bit easier...READ MORE

Itinerary: Two Days Along The First Hundred Miles of Route 66

 05/08/2026 by  
The Mother Road.  America's Main Street. Route 66.  The road that symbolizes freedom and the days of cruising from Chicago to Los Angeles, stopping at mom and pop diners, roadside attractions, and locally-owned shops of every variety.  Your journ...READ MORE

Lock in Your Summer Baseball Plans with the Joliet Slammers

04/07/2026 by  
Grab your peanuts and baseball gloves and get ready to cheer on the Joliet Slammers at their Opening Night on Friday, May 8. Come for the exciting ballpark energy and stick around for a post-game firework show. The Slammers are all about fan engageme...READ MORE

Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp Offer Free Admission for 2026 Season

04/01/2026 by  
Play ball! We’re just about a month away from the Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp's Opening Night on May 27. With free home games all season long, it's simple to add a game to your summer plans. Get ready for fun promotional nights, summer mem...READ MORE

Best Fall Flavors in the Corridor

 07/31/2025 by  
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Summer on Tap: Local Breweries

 07/22/2025 by  
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Joliet Restaurant Week 2025

 07/20/2025 by  
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Explore + Eat Your Way Through LaSalle County

 07/15/2025 by  
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Most Instagrammable Spots in the Corridor: Route 66 Edition

 07/10/2025 by  
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24 Hours in Lemont, Illinois

 07/04/2025 by  
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Where to See Fireworks in the Heritage

 07/01/2025 by  
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Cool Off: Water Adventures in the Corridor

 06/19/2025 by  
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Scenes from the Corridor