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Canal Towns

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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. 

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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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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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The RIGHTEOUS HILLBILLIES - live on the Outdoor Rooftop

204 N Ottawa St Joliet, Il 60432
815-723-5201
Dates: Jul. 24, 2026
times: 7pm
admission: $14 Museum members & $16 General Public
Location: Joliet Area Historical Museum, 204 N Ottawa St, Joliet, Il 60432


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The Righteous Hillbillies - live on the Joliet Museum's Outdoor ROOFTOP on Friday, July 24th at 7pm (doors open 6:15pm)Righteous Hillbillies are a rock n roll band launching a revival of the Southern spirit of blues boogie, soul groove, along with the energy of rock n roll power! Playing a mix of of Southern Rock and Americana, their live shows will blow you away! Influenced by Steve Earle, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Allman Brothers, Doors, Stevie Ray Vaughan and the Rolling Stones...you'll hear songs by some of these plus some fantastic originals.Just $16 General Public / $14 Museum Members. General seating for all, with limited amount of reserved tables for 2, 4, or 6 available. Doors open 6:15 pm, show starts 7pm. Beverages (Soda, beer, wine, mixers, water) snacks available. Includes access to all Museum exhibits & galleries.Registration encouraged, walk-ups welcome while available. Museum located at 204 N. Ottawa St. in downtown Joliet. Info/Register at jolietmuseum.org or call (815) 723-5201.This concert series sponsored by Kozol Bros., Inc., Heineken USA, & D'Arcy Motors.

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