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Experiences in IL

Curated local experience providers on the ASTRO Network — tours, charters, museums, food, the arts, and events worth remembering.

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Historical/Outdoor Tours & Education
Birthplace of Emmett Till
Summit, IL
This site honors the boyhood home of Emmett Till, born in 1941 in Cook County but raised in this Summit neighborhood, a tight-knit industrial community. Till moved to this lot with his mother before 1942 and spent his formative years with family and friends before relocating to Chicago. On July 25, 2021, a commemorative sign and field of memorial bricks were dedicated to Till's memory, with proceeds from brick sales supporting the Emmett Till Scholarship Fund.
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Edgewater Historical Society
Chicago, IL
The Edgewater Historical Society is a museum that offers walking tours of Edgewater's historic buildings and four historic districts. Visitors can explore exhibits like "Celebrating Edgewater Theatre," which showcases over 100 years of local theater history with artifacts and photos. Another exhibit, "Indigenous Edgewater: Exploring Native History," documents Indigenous culture from 10,000 years ago to the present day.
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Ukrainian National Museum
Chicago, IL
The Ukrainian National Museum celebrates over seven decades of Ukrainian culture and heritage in Chicago. The museum houses permanent exhibits spanning Heritage, the Kozak Period, World War I, and the Chicago World's Fair, alongside world-class archives of Ukrainian and Ukrainian American materials. Visitors can explore authentic Ukrainian embroidery, cultural artifacts, and exhibitions that preserve the community's rich history and contributions.
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Poos Museum
Okawville, IL
The Poos Museum in Okawville, IL is a fascinating and educational experience for people of all ages. The museum, which opened in 1997, is housed in what was once the home of the Poos family, who were among the earliest settlers in Washington County. The museum features a variety of displays showc...
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Golf Course
Whitetail Ridge Golf Club
Yorkville, IL
Whitetail Ridge Golf Club in Yorkville, IL, features a par-71, 6,828-yard championship-worthy design by architect Greg Martin. Its layout blends with the natural rolling hills. The Front 9 is set in a valley with views of tree-lined farmland and a creek, while the Back 9 climbs hills toward tall Oaks and wooded slopes.
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Crystal Lake Country Club
Crystal Lake, IL
Crystal Lake Country Club is located in the heart of Crystal Lake, Illinois. Established in 1922, it offers an 18-hole golf course, a clubhouse, and a pool. The club features picturesque and scenic grounds, and recently completed a multi-million-dollar capital improvement project, enhancing its facilities.
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River Trail Nature Center
Northbrook, IL
River Trail Nature Center in Northbrook offers visitors three walking trails to explore its grounds, which span 1.7 miles of unpaved surface. The center features a mix of habitats including floodplain forest, wetlands, and oak-hickory woodland, supporting a variety of birds, insects, plants, and wildlife. Visitors can also access the Des Plaines River Trail System and attend various events. All-terrain wheelchairs are available.
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Golf Center Des Plaines
Des Plaines, IL
Golf Center Des Plaines features an 80-bay automated driving range with 80 lighted and heated hitting stations, consistently ranked among America's Top 50 Stand-Alone Ranges. It also offers Chicagoland’s only fully lighted 9-hole, par-3 course, designed by Rick Jacobson with various hazards. Visitors can also use a 1-1/2 acre short game practice area with greens and bunkers, plus 9 grass tee stalls.
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Prairie View Golf Course
Byron, IL
PrairieView Golf Club is a public golf destination in Byron, IL, owned and operated by the Byron Forest Preserve. It is regarded as one of the best public golf facilities in the state. The course features rolling fairways and smooth greens set amidst prairie scenery overlooking the Rock River. Visitors can play golf, plan group events, take private lessons, and enjoy casual dining in the clubhouse.
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Romeoville Area Historical Society
Romeoville, IL
The Romeoville Area Historical Society operates a museum in Romeoville, IL, dedicated to local history. Visitors can view exhibits that include historic farm items, a retired fire chief's suit, and displays on village history. The museum also features themed exhibits, such as past displays on Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts. It closes annually for the winter season.
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Wildlife Prairie Park East Side
Hanna City, IL
Wildlife Prairie Park features animal trails and outdoor recreation opportunities with residents including wolves, black bears, cougars, bison, and elk. Visitors can enjoy educational field trips, hiking and biking trails, and overnight lodging for a complete nature experience.
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Illinois State Fairgrounds
Springfield, IL
The Illinois State Fairgrounds hosts a Grandstand concert series featuring various music genres. Visitors can enjoy rides and carnival attractions, along with competitive events such as livestock and horse shows. Special events like the Twilight Parade and Lego Contest are also held here. The fairgrounds facilities are available for rent year-round.
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Old School Museum
Winchester, IL
Archeological arch-header A large collection of Native American stone arrowheads and tools are now on display at the Old School Museum in Winchester. Mary ...
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Hap Parker Family Aquatic Center
Rantoul, IL
Hap Parker Family Aquatic Center is a 14,000 square foot aquatics facility featuring two water slides that splash into 350,000 gallons of water and a zero-depth entry pool. Visitors can enjoy a pavilion, sand volleyball court, concession stand, and both shaded and open lounge areas. The facility also offers lap swimming and water aerobics classes, and its pool and pavilion are available for rent.
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Bond County One-Room School Museum
Greenville, IL
The Bond County One-Room School Museum in Greenville, IL, is an actual one-room school house. It is furnished with items from the more than 70 one-room school houses that once operated in Bond County. The museum operates under the Bond County Historical Society and primarily consists of the former Palmer School, which was relocated in 1981. Its furnishings and artifacts represent various Bond County schools.
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Rantoul Historical Society
Rantoul, IL
The Rantoul Historical Society preserves local history through exhibits on early town settlement, the railroad's role in development, the Chanute Air Force Base's community impact, and local businesses and civic institutions. Family histories and personal artifacts donated by residents bring the town's story to life.
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Labor & Industrial Museum
Belleville, IL
The Labor & Industry Museum chronicles the history of labor and industry in Belleville and southwestern Illinois. It is the only public institution in the region devoted to this history. Visitors can explore an extensive collection of artifacts, documents, and photographs in permanent and special exhibition galleries. The museum is located in the 1837 Conrad Bornman House, which also houses an educational center and archives.
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Terry Park Golf Course
Palmyra, IL
Terry Park Golf Course is a municipal golf course located in Palmyra, Illinois. It features a 9-hole regulation-length course designed by Freeman Barber. The course opened in 1929 and offers 2,814 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 35. It has a course rating of 33.2 and a slope rating of 100.
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Wellness Services (Yoga, Sound Healing, Dance)
Awake4Yoga
Galena, IL Area
Awake4Yoga provides yoga and wellness experiences, including private group yoga classes, sound healing sessions, and jazz dance classes, with offerings suited for a range of experience levels.
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Foss Park Golf Course
North Chicago, IL
Foss Park Golf Course is a golf course located in North Chicago, IL. Visitors can play golf on its greens, which feature trees and flags. The course also offers an online store where guests can purchase footwear, apparel, and golf equipment.
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Tinker Swiss Cottage & Gardens
Rockford, IL
Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum is a historic museum and Rockford treasure. Visitors can explore local history, stories, artifacts, and discoveries within its historic gardens and cottage. The museum offers insights into Victorian family life and Rockford's historical significance. It also serves as a venue for paranormal exploration and genealogical research.
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DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center
Chicago, IL
The DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center, formerly The DuSable Museum of African American History, is the nation’s oldest independent African American museum, celebrating 65 years. It educates all people about Black history, culture, and experiences. The center also acknowledges the rich tapestry of global connections and diverse cultures among Black people across the Diaspora.
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Glenview Prairie Club
Glenview, IL
Glenview Prairie Club is a year-round public facility offering a premium golf experience. It features a challenging nine-hole layout with colorful landscapes and rolling fairways. The award-winning facility includes a 2600 square foot clubhouse with an outdoor patio, fireplace, event space, pro shop, and a glassed-in viewing area. This clubhouse accommodates both golf and platform tennis events.
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El Paso Golf Club
El Paso, IL
El Paso Golf Club offers a scenic, challenging golf experience with a USGA rating of 69.6 and a slope of 126. The course features elevation changes, 36 sand traps, 1,200 trees, three lakes, and a creek, with water coming into play on 13 holes. A restaurant offers daily lunch, weekend breakfast, and seasonal dinner, along with a full-service bar and a Golf Shop.
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ASTRO Network Geography

Birthplace of Emmett Till

Edgewater Historical Society

Ukrainian National Museum

Poos Museum

Whitetail Ridge Golf Club

Crystal Lake Country Club

River Trail Nature Center

Golf Center Des Plaines

Prairie View Golf Course

Romeoville Area Historical Society

Wildlife Prairie Park East Side

Illinois State Fairgrounds

Old School Museum

Hap Parker Family Aquatic Center

Bond County One-Room School Museum

Rantoul Historical Society

Labor & Industrial Museum

Terry Park Golf Course

Awake4Yoga

Foss Park Golf Course

Tinker Swiss Cottage & Gardens

DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center

Glenview Prairie Club

El Paso Golf Club