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Museum Milestone: MSI’s Farm Tech Exhibit Turns 20
Twenty years ago, Chicago’s Museum of Science and Industry debuted “The Farm,” an agricultural exhibit now known as...
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TreeHouse Wildlife Center: Saving Animals for 40 Years
TreeHouse Wildlife Center rehabilitates sick, injured and orphaned wildlife in the state of Illinois, offering much-needed care to...
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Get Lost in This Central Illinois Corn Maze
Spanning 10 acres, featuring two phases and four "bridges" to climb and get your bearings, this is one...
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Back to School, But Not Business as Usual
Even at schools in the rural Midwest, modern technology has made its way into the classroom.
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Visit an 1840s Farmstead at Garfield Farm and Inn Museum (VIDEO)
Time appears to stand still at Garfield Farm and Inn, an 1840s farmstead that's now home to a...
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Plan a Visit to the Tiny River Town of Nauvoo This Fall
Nestled between majestic bluffs and the Mighty Mississippi, the tiny Illinois river town of Nauvoo celebrates its unique...
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Where to Find Fall Foliage in Illinois Parks
To make the most of the season, check out a few spots around the state for prime foliage-spotting.
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One-Room School in Jefferson County Takes Kids Back in Time
Take a look inside a one-room school, where modern-day students can get a glimpse of education in the...
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July Events in Illinois
Check out this listing of July events in Illinois, including a rolle bolle tournament, bagel festival, thresherman show,...
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How a Passion for Old Barns Led to Sangamon Reclaimed (VIDEO)
An Air Force veteran goes in a new direction with Sangamon Reclaimed in Springfield.
