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Built in 1922 to house the original American Passion Play, the landmark former Scottish Rite Temple is the centerpiece of downtown Bloomington's new Cultural District. The Performing Arts Center, with a 1200 seat theatre and 1000 person ballroom.

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Prarie 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 Aviation

David 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 Homes

Site 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 Markers

Grady's Family Fun Center

As Bloomington-Normal's only amusement park, Grady's features an 18

Bloomington, IL Fun Centers

Miller Park Zoo

A Bloomington/Normal landmark since 1891, Miller Park Zoo is the only Illinois zoo to feature the endangered Sumatran Tiger. Miller Park Zoo offers many exhibits and Zookeeper interaction opportunities that are enjoyed by the whole family. Some highlights include:

Bloomington, IL Zoos

Things to do near Bloomington, IL

Center for Belgian Culture of Western Illinois

The Center offers an extensive collection of documents and archival material for genealogical/historical research. Also, tran...

Woodland Palace at Francis Park

Fred Francis built this home in 1890 utilizing his innovative ideas using brick, stone and native wood with disappearing door...

The Castle Theater

The fully restored 1916 movie theater in historic downtown Bloomington is now open 7 nights a week as a unique film experienc...

Beardstown Museum

The Rudie Black collection of guns and the Lincoln Courtroom are the museum's main attractions as well as an extensive assort...

Galesburg Civic Art Center

Galesburg Civic Art Center is a non-profit art gallery....