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The Rookery
Completed 1888, this building is designated as one of the most important landmarks in Chicago by the Chicago Architecture Foundation. The building is used as office spaces.
Address: 209 South LaSalle Street Chicago IL USA 60604
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Standing out from the traditional Victorian-style homes of the late-19th Century, the Charnley-Persky House was constructed with brick and limestone, giving it a more symmetrical appearance. Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright and Louis Sullivan, the house belonged to two primary families before becoming a National Historic Landmark in Chicago. Tours are offered at noon, Wednesdays and Saturdays, or by appointment.
Address: 1365 N Astor Street Chicago IL USA 60610
 1 312 915-0105
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Covering over 600 acres of Illinois landscape, this area, known as Riverbank, was founded by Colonel and Mrs. George Fabyan in the early 1900s. On the property a restored villa, a Japanese garden and a windmill can be found. The villa was redesigned in 1907 by renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright and today acts a a museum filled with artifacts, photos and other items of the Fabyans. Tours are offered from 1 to 4pm daily.
Address: 1511 S Batavia Ave. Geneva IL USA 60134
1 630 232-4811
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Fifth Avenue Station and Taylor Brewing Company Naperville
What was once a furniture factory in central Naperville has been restored, renovated and listed on the National Register of Historical Places. The large building is now home to boutiques and restaurants.
Address: 200 E. 5th Avenue Naperville IL USA 60563
1 630 369-5638
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Jacob Henry Mansion Joliet
A National Historic Landmark, this Victorian-style mansion is available for weddings and ceremonies.
Address: 20 S. Eastern Ave Joliet IL USA 60432
1 815 722-2465
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Briscoe Mounds Channahon
The banks of the Des Plaines River are home to the largest Native American burial mounds in Northern Illinois. An interpretive center and museum educate visitors about the area.
Address: Front Street Channahon IL USA
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Mayslake Peabody Estate Oak Brook
The wealthy coal baron F.S. Peabody lived in this large Tudor Revival style mansion. Restorations to the building are on-going with the majority completed. The Portiuncula Chapel on the property is available for weddings.
Address: 1717 W. 31st Street Oak Brook IL USA 60523
1 630 850-2363
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Sheldon Peck Homestead Lombard
Decorating the walls of this historic 1840s farmhouse are folk-paintings by Sheldon Peck. Exhibits throughout the house detail the historical events that shaped Lombard including the underground railway, the area's first school and the pioneers.
Address: 355 E. Parkside Lombard IL USA 60148
1 630 629-1885
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I & M Canal National Heritage Corridor Channahon
Celebrating the importance of the I&M Canal, this 100-mile park is home to a center that educates visitors about the history of the canal. The canal is over 150 years old and is credited by many experts as the reason for Illinois' success.
Address: . Channahon IL USA
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Hiram B. Scutt Mansion Joliet
This is one of Joliet's oldest residences. The historic mansion is completely restored and is available for functions.
Address: 206 N. Broadway Joliet IL USA 60435
1 815 353-5083
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Buildings, restaurants, shops, a schoolhouse, a chapel and even the staff at this historical park are all designed, decorated or dressed to look exactly like they would of in the 1800's. While exploring the park there are numerous exhibits and presentations giving guests a chance to see and learn about what life was like during that period of time in Naperville.
Address: 523 S. Webster Street Naperville IL USA 60540
 Send an Email 1 630 420-6010
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Ernest Hemingway's Birthplace Oak Park
Ernest Hemingway was born in Oak Park in 1899. The Nobel Prize-winning author's childhood Victorian home can be visited seven days a week. Inside guests will find information on the life of the famous author.
Address: 339 N. Oak Park Avenue Oak Park IL USA 60302
1 708 848-2222
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Buckingham Fountain
Billed as one of the largest fountains in the world, the Buckingham Fountain has 133 jets that spray 14,000 gallons of water per minute. Modeled after the Latona Fountains in Versailles, France, this monument was donated in 1927 by philanthropist Kate Buckingham in honor of her brother, Clarence.
Address: Grant Park Chicago IL USA 60614
1 312 747-2633
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This building was where Frank Lloyd Wright lived and worked from 1889-1909. In addition to having six children in the house he also designed 25 buildings in the area surrounding his home.
Address: 951 Chicago Avenue Oak Park IL USA 60302
1 708 848-1976
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Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery Elwood
Open from dawn-till-dusk, this cemetery was created to honor the areas veterans. It is approximated that there over one million veterans currently laid-to-rest on the property.
Address:
27034 S. Diagonal Road Elwood IL USA 60421
1 815 423-9958
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This nature preserve features Nature Walking Trails, animal/plant Interpretive Center, Wetland Greenhouse & Walkway, Native American Longhouse, Gothic Revival House and One-Room Schoolhouse. Special events include May Antique/Flower Sale, July Civil War Weekend, October Folk Fest, and November Holiday Craft Faire.
Address: 1421 Milwaukee Avenue Glenview IL USA 60025
Send an Email (3) 1 847 299-6096
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Historic district built during 1880 to 1884 by George M. Pullman.
Address: 11111 S. Forrestville Avenue Chicago IL 60628
1 773 785-3828
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Joliet Iron Works Historic Site
A reservation is required to enjoy this free tour. A naturalist guides guests through blast furnace ruins explaining their importance and their history in the Joliet area.
Address: Collins Street Joliet IL USA 60435
1 815 727-8700
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