When Europeans began to explore the Illinois country, most of the Native Americans they met were members of the Illini tribe. The first of these explorers, in 1673, was a group led by Louis Joliet, a cartographer, and Pere (Father)
Grafton, IL Historic MarkersThe house is a 1½-story hall and parlor, log, and frame home built around 1864 for a low-income rural family....
When Europeans began to explore the Illinois country, most of the Native Americans they met were members of the Illini tribe....
Aboard the Casino Queen....
Locks and dam. Fantastic view from outdoor promenade....