Downtown Bloomington
115 E. Washington , Bloomington, IL 61701
Historic Sites
Spend some down time in Downtown Bloomington!
The McLean County Courthouse, capped by a stately dome, serves as a landmark to identify the historic core of the city. Turn-of-the century buildings, many with interesting historical pasts, flank the courthouse square. A visitor can find museums, banks, a legal and governmental center, residential living, a large artists' community, plus an assortment of specialty retail businesses and supportive services in Downtown Bloomington. There is an abundance of restaurants and a lively night scene. Discover all that downtown Bloomington has to offer by shopping, dining, working and playing in this great historical district!
What's happening nearby...
Illinois Middle School Basketball Championship
IWU Shirk Center • Mar 20
Watch Illinois’ top middle school teams compete for the title at the 9th Annual Illinois Middle School Basketball Championship, bringing together elite talent from across the…
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Downtown Bloomington Farmers Market Opening Day
Downtown Bloomington • May 02 @ 7:30AM
Fresh produce, handmade goods, unique products, live music, and more!
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Route 66 Red Carpet Corridor Festival - Bloomington
Downtown Bloomington • May 02 – May 03 @ 7:30AM
Kick off the Route 66 Centennial during this two-day family-friendly festival celebrating life on the Mother Road with interactive experiences, community activities, and a special evening…
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Lincoln's Eighth Judicial Circuit - Bloomington-Normal Hub
Bloomington
The home of two of Lincoln’s greatest friends and supporters, Jesse Fell and Judge David Davis, Lincoln spent a great deal of time in Bloomington-Normal, making…
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McLean County Museum of History
Bloomington
Founded in 1904 and housed in a historic courthouse, the McLean County Museum of History explores the people and stories that shaped Central Illinois—including those who…
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Stevenson Graves/Evergreen Cemetery
Bloomington
The Stevenson family brought honor to McLean County for three generations.
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