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A Visit to Matthiessen State Park

Think of Illinois just as the prairie state in all its flatland glory? Think again.95 miles west of Chicago in central LaSalle County, you hit a...

Buffalo Rock State Park

Buffalo Rock State Park in Illinois is the pocket-sized baby sister in the Starved Rock, Matthiessen, and Buffalo Rock triumvirate of State Parks that brings visitors...

Glacial Park: The Gem of McHenry County Conservation District

Though “glacial” is in this park’s name, if you’re looking for a glacier, you’re about 12,000 years too late.But not to worry. Though glaciers departed long...

Park Places

Stay the night at these state park lodges for epic outdoor adventuresWayne Fitzgerald State ParkThroughout Illinois, state parks draw outdoorsy types who like to hike, bike...

American Architecture Begins with Frank Lloyd Wright in Oak Park and Chicago

 By Andrea Brown, Frank Lloyd Wright TrustFrank Lloyd Wright spent the first 20 years of his career living and working in the Chicago area. It was...

Frank Lloyd Wright in Oak Park

The legendary architect Frank Lloyd Wright made headlines throughout his career for his unique designs—and for his uncanny ability to land in the most salacious of...

The Obama Home in Hyde Park

By Amber Holst of Concierge PreferredNestled along the tree-lined streets of the historic Hyde Park neighborhood is a low-key piece of presidential history: the private residence of...

Millennium Park: Chicago's Front Yard

Completed in 2004, Millennium Park is a state-of-the-art collection of architecture, landscape design and art located in the heart of the city. Chicago’s second largest visitor...

visit oak park

From the Local Experts at Visit Oak ParkArchitecture aficionados will be stunned by the treasure trove of landmarks in the Oak Park area, including the largest...

knocking it out of the park in peoria

from the local experts at Discover Peoria See why Peoria is jam-packed with tons of family fun. Soak up the great outdoors along the Peoria Riverfront looking over...

Discover the Fantastic History of Black Hawk State Historic Site

From Native American settlements, to a nineteenth-century amusement park, to a Native American museum built by the Civilian Conservation Corps, the Black Hawk State Historic Site...

A Ride Along Tunnel Hill State Trail in Southern Illinois

Are you a cyclist, runner, or hiker? Then Tunnel Hill State Trail is a spectacular route for you. 45 miles of wonderous Southern Illinois, running along...

Hidden Gems at Illinois' State Parks

When warm weather comes to Illinois, it’s time to get outdoors and bask in nature. With 70  parks spread across the state — including nature preserves, wildlife...

Your Illinois State Fair Guide

The Illinois State Fair has been celebrated nearly every year since 1953. Packed with activities and attractions the whole family will enjoy, the fair is a...

Illinois State Parks & National Forest

With dozens of state parks and a lush national forest, Illinois is an outdoors dream. Explore hiking and biking trails, kayak along the rivers, or stay...

8 Illinois Winter Adventures

We won’t lie to you: Illinois gets chilly in the winter months. But with 200 winters under their belts, Illinoisans have built a state which makes...

Wine Country Weekends

Illinois is a wine lover’s paradiseAre you a wine-lover seeking the ideal autumn getaway? Look no further than Illinois wine country. Scenic trails bursting in fall colors...