Historical Attractions of Illinois

Having been the home to Abraham Lincoln prior to his election as the 16th president, it is only natural that Illinois should host this president's library and museum. The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum in Springfield is one of the finest institutions in the world dedicated to this famous statesman. With exhibits that illustrate the awe-inspiring life and achievements of this man, this institution helps visitors to truly appreciate the monumental challenges Lincoln faced as President of the United States.

Another fantastic historical attraction that illustrates the life of Abraham Lincoln and many early settlers in Illinois is the Lincoln Log Cabin in Lerna. This site preserves the farm that Abraham Lincoln's father, Thomas Lincoln, started in 1837. As an 86 acre historic site, this restored farm exhibits what life was like for Abraham Lincoln as a young man. It also vividly displays what life was like for early settlers who moved to Illinois in the early 1800s. All in all, this attraction is one that anyone who appreciates history is sure to enjoy.

Besides having fabulous attractions that illustrate the life and times of Abraham Lincoln, Illinois possesses one of the finest natural history museums in the world. The Field Museum in Chicago features exhibits on dinosaurs, ancient American Indian civilizations, and human anthropology. With a fascinating exhibit on the evolution of the world, The Field Museum is poised to educate travelers on the natural history of not just Illinois but the entire world. All in all, The Field Museum is a must-see site for anyone traveling to Illinois.

Cultural Attractions of Illinois

On top of its great historical attractions, Illinois has some really interesting cultural attractions. One cultural attraction that is almost an icon of American culture is Wrigley Field in Chicago. Home to the Chicago Cubs baseball team, Wrigley Field is one of the oldest baseball stadiums in the United States. Wrigley Field was originally built in 1914 and the Chicago Cubs have played exciting major league baseball games here since 1920. Anyone who is thrilled with American baseball will definitely find a visit to Wrigley Field to be the highlight of any vacation to Illinois.

For those who want to experience the contributions Illinois has made to jazz and blues music, then a visit to Chicago's Navy Pier is definitely called for. Home to a large number of shops and entertainment venues, this famous pier has numerous live bands playing awesome music throughout the year. Also you will find a plethora of fine restaurants, the Chicago Children's Museum, and the Chicago Shakespeare Theatre at Navy Pier. Overall, few other places in Illinois can offer the variety of culinary and cultural delights that Navy Pier provides its visitors.

With everything Illinois has to offer travelers, a vacation to this state is sure to be one that will leave you with a lifetime full of fantastic memories. Regardless of what the family is interested in, everyone is sure to find something absolutely exhilarating in Illinois.

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