Explore McLean County
Funk Prarie Home
The Pre-civil war, Victorian home of Illinois Senator and director of the Chicago Stock Yards, Lafayette Funk, lets visitors explore the lifestyle of a pioneering prairie family in the 1800\'
Shirley, IL MuseumsDavid Davis Mansion
This 19th Century mansion was the home of United States Supreme Court Justice, David Davis, mentor to Abraham Lincoln. The mansion, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, was built in 1872. Several annual Festivals include the Glorious Garden Walk and Mr. Lincoln's Birthday.
Bloomington, IL Historic HomesFunk Gem & Mineral Museum
Located at the Funk Prairie Home, this is the largest single person display of rare gems, minerals, fossils and lapidary art in the state; a true hidden treasure!
Shirley, IL MuseumsPrarie Aviation Museum
Highlights the History of Aviation from the Wright Brothers to Illinois Astronauts. View or take a ride in the restored legendary DC-3 that has assumed a place of honor as one of only seven aircraft listed on the National Register of Historic Places
Bloomington, IL AviationGrady's Family Fun Center
As Bloomington-Normal's only amusement park, Grady's features an 18
Bloomington, IL Fun CentersMclean County Museum of History
Listed in the National Register of Historic Sites, the nationally accredited museum is housed in a magnificent old courthouse located in downtown Bloomington.
Bloomington, IL MuseumsIllinois State University Planetarium
The night sky is recreated in this 100-seat celestial theater in-the-round by ISU'
Normal, IL PlanetariumsBloomington OTB
Horse racing from various tracks across the Midwest, including Sportsman'
Bloomington, IL GamingSite of Major's Hall
A plaque commemorates the building where, on May 29, 1856, at a convention of the Republican Party of Illinois, Abraham Lincoln gave a speech which became known as his "lost speech."
Bloomington, IL Historic MarkersThe Castle Theater
The fully restored 1916 movie theater in historic downtown Bloomington is now open 7 nights a week as a unique film experience. Enjoy appetizers, enchiladas, wine & beer on fluffy couches and recliners as you watch the movie!
Bloomington, IL Historic Theatres