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Rockford’s iconic gardens may be in the heartland of America, but you’ll feel transported to Japan as you explore the winding paths, ponds and waterfalls.

Piece together the history of art around the world through the varied galleries of this large museum with a focus on pre-Columbian and Asian art.

This homage to the Mother Road showcases thousands of items and memorabilia, from iconic vehicles and spellbinding murals to vintage brochures and guides.

See iconic Chicago landmarks made from over a million LEGO® pieces, watch a movie and learn how the bricks are made in the LEGO® factory.

Fans of Abraham Lincoln have much to excite them in this pleasant part of Illinois, also known for its research industries and agro-tourism.

Learn about one of the most revered presidents of the United States through museum artifacts and presidential papers.

Explore four floors of natural history exhibits, including one of the best-preserved and most complete juvenile Tyrannosaurus rex skeletons in the world.

Learn about one of the most revered presidents of the United States through museum artifacts and presidential papers.

Dinosaur bones, rare gems and real Egyptian mummies are among the displays at this family favorite.

Learn about one of the most revered presidents of the United States through museum artifacts and presidential papers.

See iconic Chicago landmarks made from over a million LEGO® pieces, watch a movie and learn how the bricks are made in the LEGO® factory.

Learn about one of the most revered presidents of the United States through museum artifacts and presidential papers.

Fans of Abraham Lincoln have much to excite them in this pleasant part of Illinois, also known for its research industries and agro-tourism.

See iconic Chicago landmarks made from over a million LEGO® pieces, watch a movie and learn how the bricks are made in the LEGO® factory.

Housed in a historic civic building, this small but mighty museum offers a loving look at the history of firefighting from the 19th century to the present.

Dinosaur bones, rare gems and real Egyptian mummies are among the displays at this family favorite.

Rockford’s iconic gardens may be in the heartland of America, but you’ll feel transported to Japan as you explore the winding paths, ponds and waterfalls.

Housed in a historic civic building, this small but mighty museum offers a loving look at the history of firefighting from the 19th century to the present.

Most of this lavish mansion and its landscaped gardens are open for tours so you can appreciate its glorious Italianate design. 

On the peaceful shores of Lake Michigan, this elaborate temple, open to all, exudes a sense of peace that makes it a welcome change from Chicago’s bustle.

Learn about one of the most revered presidents of the United States through museum artifacts and presidential papers.

Dinosaur bones, rare gems and real Egyptian mummies are among the displays at this family favorite.

This was Frank Lloyd Wright’s first major public building and is still considered one of his greatest achievements. 

This large, interactive museum contains a coal mine and World War II submarine among its many attractions.