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Getting Here & Getting Around
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Around Illinois by Amtrak
Around Illinois by Amtrak
Step back in time to the golden age of train travel and settle in for a peaceful ride to discover some of Illinois’ most charming towns and hidden treasures.
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Illinois Made
It’s handmade, homemade,
locally made, it’s Illinois Made
Every crafted item carries a little bit of the place and people that make it. The Illinois Makers program celebrates the small businesses whose uniquely Illinoisan style and creativity set our locally made goods apart.
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Interested in becoming (or nominating) an Illinois Maker? Read through the criteria and submit a form here.
Chicago
A longtime manufacturing hub, local artisans continue the city’s centuries-long tradition of creating, making everything from delicious treats to stylish clothes to chic home decor.
Chicago & Beyond
Beyond the city limits, the skyscrapers give way to treelined suburbs and smaller communities where greater Chicagoland makers are baking, building, and painting some wonderful things.
Featured Itineraries
Made with Pride in Chicago
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Land of Lincoln
Deep in the heart of the state’s prairies, local makers are pouring their passion into artful desserts, small-batch spirits, and classic furniture that are honestly amazing.
Trails to Adventure
Adventurous and unique describes not just the topography, but the standout foods, drinks, and quirky creations that makers in Southern Illinois are crafting every single day.
Great Rivers Country
In the charming small towns along the great rivers of the region, makers are crafting some of the finest pottery, handmade heirlooms, and delightful trinkets in the midwest.
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Sangamon Reclaimed
In the Illinois capital, a collective of veterans and firefighters take old barns and turn them into new symbols of the American spirit.
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Sangamon Reclaimed
In the Illinois capital, a collective of veterans and firefighters take old barns and turn them into new symbols of the American spirit.
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Baker Miller
In Chicago's Lincoln Square, a community café serves pastries, breads, and whole-grain comfort foods.
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Baker Miller
In Chicago's Lincoln Square, a community café serves pastries, breads, and whole-grain comfort foods.
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Specimen Products - Chicago School of Guitar Making
For over 30 years, Ian Schneller has been a maestro of hand-crafted musical instruments.
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Specimen Products - Chicago School of Guitar Making
For over 30 years, Ian Schneller has been a maestro of hand-crafted musical instruments.
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You Are Beautiful by Matthew Hoffman
With public works exhibited both domestically and across the globe, there's no denying the impact of Matthew Hoffman's inspiring artwork.
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You Are Beautiful by Matthew Hoffman
With public works exhibited both domestically and across the globe, there's no denying the impact of Matthew Hoffman's inspiring artwork.
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Lagomarcino's
Enjoy ice cream, candy, chocolate, and sandwiches at a family-owned old-fashioned ice-cream parlor.
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Lagomarcino's
Enjoy ice cream, candy, chocolate, and sandwiches at a family-owned old-fashioned ice-cream parlor.
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Riggs Beer Company
This German style family owned and operated brewery is certain to WOW!
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Riggs Beer Company
This German style family owned and operated brewery is certain to WOW!
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5 Rabbit Cerveceria
A Latino-owned microbrewery creates delicious brews inspired by Latin American flavors.
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5 Rabbit Cerveceria
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Swoon Living
Formerly known as 3-Switch, Swoon Living by Patrick Fitzpatrick is a Chicago based company known for revolving glassware including wine glasses, decanters and cocktail glasses.
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Swoon Living
Formerly known as 3-Switch, Swoon Living by Patrick Fitzpatrick is a Chicago based company known for revolving glassware including wine glasses, decanters and cocktail glasses.
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Crown Brew Coffee Co
After spending years doing nonprofit work, Josh started his own community-minded business almost by accident.
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Crown Brew Coffee Co
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Endiro Coffee
Endiro Coffee is a tree-to-cup coffee company born in Uganda but growing with a global vision to end child vulnerability through coffee.
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Endiro Coffee
Endiro Coffee is a tree-to-cup coffee company born in Uganda but growing with a global vision to end child vulnerability through coffee.
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