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I&M Canal National Heritage Corridor

Washington Square ParkName

bounded by LaSalle-Jackson-Columbus-Lafayette StreetsAddress

OttawaCity

Washington Square Park, the center piece of the larger WashingtonSquare Park National Register of Historic Places Historic District, ismost noted as the site of the first of seven historic 1858 Lincoln andDouglas. Senatorial debates. The 2.25 acre park site is located twoblocks south of the I&M Canal and contains several LaSalle Countylandmarks—a boulder marking the L-D debates placed in 1908 and aCivil War monument. More recent addition include a memorial toVeterans of the World Wars, Korean War and Viet Nam War and acenter plaza featuring a fountain and bronze statues of Lincoln andDouglas created by sculptor Rebecca Childers Caleel, commissionedby the City of Ottawa, and completed in 2002, as part of a larger parkrenovation/improvement project. Washington Square Park is the site ofyear-round community activities including a Farmer’s Market, patrioticand entertainment events.

Site Description

LaSalleCounty

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Website www.cityofottawa.org

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301 W. Madison St.Address

OttawaCity 61350Zip

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815-433-0161 815-433-2270Phone Fax

City of Ottawa

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MayorTitle

[email protected]

YearOpened

Interpretive Information

Robert M.

This is the City’s soul. Named after our 1stPresident, host to Abraham Lincoln, the site ofcommunity debate regarding issues of abolition andsite of memorials to local dead of Civil War andsubsequent wars.

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ILState

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None Indoor Outdoor None

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Picnic Area

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School ToursYes No 1 chaperone for every students

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Child SeniorAdultGroup of or more each

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School groups

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Tours available from Ottawa VisitorsCenter

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On site programs areavailable by request,

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Eschbach

Source: Canal Corridor Association • 200 W. 8th Street • Lockport, IL 60041 • 815.588.1100 • www.canalcor.org


Water Marks SculptureName

Navy Pier Gateway Park, 600 E. Grand AvenueAddress

ChicagoCity

The Water Marks sculpture comprises a multi-colored terrazzo path—representing a map of the I&M Canal as it connected to the Chicagoand Illinois Rivers and then on to Lake Michigan and four cast concreteand mosaic benches nestled into landscape berms at Navy Pier’sGateway Park in Chicago. The project was the result of a four-yearcollaboration of many organizations and individuals including CanalCorridor Association, Chicago Public Art Group, VOA Associates, andthe Metropolitan Pier and Exposition Authority, and over 266 volunteersin Chicago, Joliet, LaSalle-Peru, Marseilles, Morris, Ottawa and PalosHills. The mosaics are made of final 941 ceramic pieces andapproximately 125,000 glass tiles in 110 different colors.

Although there are no onsite staff, tours of the sculpture may bearranged. Concessions and restroom facilities are available within theNavy Pier complex itself.

Site Description

CookCounty

Site Information

Website www.cpag.net/guide/4/4_pages/4_4_09.htm

N/A N/APhone Fax

MngmtEntity

1259 S. WabashAddress

ChicagoCity 60605Zip


312-417-2724 312-427-3413Phone Fax

Chicago Public Art Group

ContactPerson

Executive DirectorTitle

[email protected]

1998

YearOpened


Jon

The terrazzo path and the sculptural benches—theTurning Basin Bench, Water Bench, Lock Bench andSilurian Seat—depict Chicago’s growth as ametropolis, the industrial heritage of the I&M CanalNational Heritage Corridor, the region’s naturalhistory and beauty, and the story of how this corridorhas served as a passageway for birds, glaciers,rivers, animals, and people for millennia.

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ILState


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open

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Tours By Appointment24 hrs/dayWeekdays Weekends Other24 hrs/day



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Pounds



Waterfall Glen Forest PreserveName

Entrances on Bluff Road East and NorthgateAddress

LemontCity

Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve may be the most astonishing parcel ofopen space in DuPage County. One of DuPage’s largest preserves,Waterfall Glen contains 2,474 acres of some of the most diverse plantand animal populations in the area, along with some of the most ruggedlandscapes. A rich tapestry of cultural history completes the picture. Apopular place with hikers, cyclists, equestrians, cross country skiers,wildlife watchers, and model aircraft enthusiasts, Waterfall Glenn trulyoffers something for everyone who enjoys the outdoors.

Site Description

DuPageCounty

Site Information

Website www.dupageforest.com

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MngmtEntity

3 S. 580 Naperville RoadAddress

WheatonCity 60187-8761Zip


630-933-7200 630-933-7294Phone Fax

Forest Preserve District of DuPage Co.

ContactPerson

Director, Office of Public AffairsTitle

[email protected]

1925

YearOpened


Bill

While there is no over riding theme, the vastness anddiversity of this preserve, along with its extensive trailsystem, make it a prime location for District-lednature hikes. Bird walks, geology hikes, prairierambles, cross country ski outings, and restorationworkdays are just some of the programs conductedby District naturalists. In addition, Water fall Glenboasts two self-guided educational opportunities.The first is a two-day environmental educationprogram for organized youth and school groups. Thesecond is a recreation based orienteering course.

Waterfall Glen is an un-staffed preserve. Groups aregenerally self0guided. A naturalist led group

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ILState


None Indoor Outdoor Outdoor


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Picnic Area

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School ToursYes No 1 chaperone for every 8 students

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1%

84%

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open

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One hour after Sunrise to One hour aftersunset




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Weidner



Will Co. Historical Society - I&M CanalMuseum

Name

803 S. State St.Address

LockportCity

The Illinois and Michigan Canal Museum, built in 1837, was theheadquarters for the construction and operation of the I&M Canal duringits entire operation. The building also contained the living quarters ofthe commissioners and their families who lived there from 1837 to 1938.Today, costumed docents guide visitors through 14 exhibit areascontaining original artifacts, documents, and furnishings which illustratethe importance of the canal and offer a glimpse into a by-gone way oflife.

Note:Tours for more than 10 individuals arranged by appointment.

Site Description

WillCounty

Site Information

Website N/A

815-838-5080 N/APhone Fax

MngmtEntity

803 S. State StreetAddress

LockportCity 60441Zip



Will County Historical Society

ContactPerson


N/Aemail

1969(?)

YearOpened


Rose

Visitors learn how the I&M Canal was the final link ina transportation system connecting the settled Eastto the western frontier, and how it led to thedevelopment of Illinois and the entire country. Theylearn of the difficulties overcome during itsconstruction. They hear stories and anecdotes aboutthe individuals who were instrumental in thisaccomplishment. Younger visitors are especiallyfascinated by the 19th century way of life illustratedby the authentically furnished commissioner'sresidence.

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ILState




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Picnic Area

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NoneMerchandise


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Closed Mondays, Jan-Mar and majorholidays, call for a detailed schedule.

1:00 - 4:30 pmWeekdays Weekends Other1:00 - 4:30 pm



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Buociferro



Will Co. Historical Society - PioneerSettlement

Name

Along the I&M Canal between 8th and 9th StreetsAddress

LockportCity

The Pioneer Settlement is an outdoor museum, consisting of 14 historicstructures which have been moved from other locations in Will Countyby WCHS volunteers. They include an 1830s log cabin, 1857 WellsCorner one room schoolhouse, 1873 farmhouse, 19th century SymertonRailroad Depot, the Mokena Village Jail, blacksmith shop, tinsmithshop, priimitive tool shed, herb garden, root cellar, well house, even aprivy and dog house! All buildings are authentically furnished withantiques and historic artifacts.

Note on Hours:The exteriors of buildings are always visible. Their interiors may beviewed through the open doors from May through September. Visitorsmay enter the structures during festivals held the last Sunday in April,the third week-end in June, the first Sunday in October, and the secondThursday in December. The December festival is the PioneerChristmas Festival in which holiday customs of a bygone era arerevived. During the other festivals, costumed docents will be on hand toshare the history of the buildings.

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WillCounty

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Website N/A


MngmtEntity

803 S. State StreetAddress

LockportCity 60441Zip



Will County Historical Society

ContactPerson


N/Aemail

1970s

YearOpened


Rose

This site illustrates how people lived in Will Countyduring the 19th Century when modern conveniencessuch as electricity, central heating, and indoorplumbing did not exist; how they providedthemselves with the basic necessities of life: food,shelter, warmth, medicine. It provides a wonderfullearning experience for school-age children whenthey can see an actual root cellar, smoke house,well-house, herb garden, iron stove, and, yes, privy!

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See site description for detail.Weekdays Weekends Other



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Bucciferro



Willow Springs Historical Society & ResearchCenter

Name

8156 Archer AvenueAddress

Willow SpringsCity

The Willow Springs Historical Society Museum is located on the eastside of the Willow Springs Senior Community Center. The Society’smain focus is working to preserve the remnants of the CCC and tellingthe story of the CCC in Willow Springs. A CCC Worker Statue wasinstalled near the work camp site on the corner of Archer and WillowSprings Roads.

Annual membership: $5/Individual, $15/Family

Site Description

CookCounty

Site Information

Website In progress

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MngmtEntity

P.O. Box 221Address

Willow SpringsCity 60480Zip



Willow Springs Historical Society

ContactPerson

PresidentTitle

[email protected]

2003

YearOpened


Jean

Willow Springs History, Local CCC history, generalhistory

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ILState




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Thode



Worth Park District Historical MuseumName

11500 Beloit AvenueAddress

WorthCity

In August 2004, after several months of reconstruction, the museumreopened its doors. tripling its original size since it started in 1995. Themuseum is divided into sections that explore the area’s glacial history,continuing through pre-white settlement, to how and why the area wassettled, highlighting important milestones along the way.

The museums “hands-on” programs and exhibits are designed tointerpret history beyond what one would read on the written page in ahistory book. Our Civil War reenactment is a perfect example of how wemake history come alive. The museum does have glass exhibit casesbut most of our artifacts are “outside the box” and are touchable. Wealso have a Kids Corner for children to play with games and toys ofyesteryear.

The museum also has a resource center, which holds hundreds ofbooks, photos, and newspapers.

HoursTuesday: 10:00 am - 2:00 pmWednesday & Thursday: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Site Description

CookCounty

Site Information

Website www.worthparkdistrict.org

708-448-7080 x#7

708-448-4079Phone Fax

MngmtEntity

11500 Beloit AvenueAddress

WorthCity 60482Zip


708-448-7080 708-448-4079Phone Fax

Worth Park District

ContactPerson

Museum CuratorTitle

[email protected]

1995

YearOpened


Christine

Programs focus on local history and early settlement.Natural history walks are also available along theCal-Sag Channel. U.S. History is blended into localhistory.

Stories Being Told

ILState




Concessions

Picnic Area

Bus Facilities

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NoneMerchandise


Yes NoProfessional

1Number



NoneEntryFee


80%

20%Visitorprofile

General Public

School groups


open

Staff

See site description for hoursWeekdays Weekends Other



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Brooks


i&m canal national heritage corridor · 2015-10-02 · wildlife watchers, and model aircraft...

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