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Rockford’s iconic gardens may be in the heartland of America, but you’ll feel transported to Japan as you explore the winding paths, ponds and waterfalls.

This enormous art deco installation gives free regular water and light shows symbolizing the power and might of Lake Michigan.

Cross a swinging bridge and play disc golf in this fun park, which comes alive with theater performances on summer nights. 

Chicago’s historic printing and publishing neighborhood is a booklover’s paradise, home to numerous bookstores and the host of an annual literature festival.

Enjoy the sun in this small but beautiful park, which is scattered with colorful flowerbeds, historic monuments and shaded picnic areas. 

Rockford’s iconic gardens may be in the heartland of America, but you’ll feel transported to Japan as you explore the winding paths, ponds and waterfalls.

A modern metropolis on the shores of Lake Michigan that’s defined by a love for fine art, baseball and the blues.

Science museums, an arboretum, historic concert halls and a Japanese garden make Rockford an interesting and fun-packed destination in northern Illinois.

Stroll along the picturesque Illinois River, through parkland and down tree-lined streets in the oldest European settlement in Illinois.

The architectural design elements of this historic courthouse make for an impressive sight right in the heart of Pontiac.

A ferris wheel, shopping, restaurants and more can be found in this waterfront  entertainment district.

Most of this lavish mansion and its landscaped gardens are open for tours so you can appreciate its glorious Italianate design. 

Science museums, an arboretum, historic concert halls and a Japanese garden make Rockford an interesting and fun-packed destination in northern Illinois.

The architectural design elements of this historic courthouse make for an impressive sight right in the heart of Pontiac.

A modern metropolis on the shores of Lake Michigan that’s defined by a love for fine art, baseball and the blues.

The architectural design elements of this historic courthouse make for an impressive sight right in the heart of Pontiac.

Tour the former home of a legendary American architect for a fascinating look into his life and work.

Chicago’s historic printing and publishing neighborhood is a booklover’s paradise, home to numerous bookstores and the host of an annual literature festival.