At Homestead Prairie Farm, you'll be able to relive a time that predates the Civil War. Built around the Trobaugh-Good House located at the Rock Springs Conservation Area, Homestead Prairie Farm has been restored, allowing visitors an opportunity to explore rural life on the Grand Prairie of Illinois in 1860.
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Do you love Thai food? Maybe you love the unique blend of spices that you can’t get with any other cuisine. Maybe you like switching things up from your usual food routine. One thing is for sure – when you’re craving Thai food, nothing else will do! Lucky for you,... [read more]
With the holidays coming to a close, you might be looking to get more active. Maybe you’re even planning a New Year’s resolution that relates to fitness. Or maybe you just want to get some exercise in, even when the weather isn’t so friendly. If any of this sounds like... [read more]
After the holidays are over, there’s this nagging feeling that the fun is all over. However, this is simply not the case. Even after Christmas and New Year’s have ended, there’s plenty of fun activities and events you and your family can enjoy. For instance, there’s the Scovill Zoo!
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The Mueller Museum celebrates the life and legacy of Hieronymus Mueller. Mueller immigrated from Germany to Decatur, IL and founded several businesses in the area. One of the most recognizable companies, Mueller Co., is still in operation today and produces water pressure valves and fire hydrants that you will find... [read more]
There’s something to be said for a children’s museum that’s just as much fun for grown-ups. After all, who says you have to be a casual observer while your kids laugh, learn, and discover? Certainly not the Children’s Museum of Illinois, where the thrill of hands-on learning isn’t just child’s... [read more]
