First Bridge Across the Mississippi Historical Marker Info, Illinois

The Art Institute Chicago Museum Shop offers stunning apparel and accessories, books, home furnishings, jewelery, stationery, wall art including canvases, framed art work and wall decor. This Art Museum shop also has great and unique gift items of books, scarves, home furnishings and jewelery from around the world and a special selection made in the USA only. Here they develop many products inspired by the collections at the museum, and work closely with the School of the Art Institute for original products and designs. READ MORE

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Two Brothers Roundhouse in Aurora, Illinlois, is a delightful and unique brew pub and restaurant that is housed in an old, historic, listed building, and offers patrons great meals, refreshing beers and many other drinks. Our brew pub and restaurant features a sports bar and music venue, and is a great venue for weddings, corporate events and many other events. We have several rooms that can accommodate between 25 and 600 guests and with our locally sourced menu, hand crafted beers and live entertainment, all events held at Two Brothers Roundhouse is sure to be a rip roaring, memorable event.READ MORE

The Vintage is an elegant award winning fine dining restaurant in Oshkosh, Wisconsin with a large selection of fine wines and delectable weekly specials. The menu offers classic meals, exquisite hors d'oeuvres, soups and salads, entrees served with soup du jour or a house salad and bread, and the chef's tasting menu offers sublime choices including lobster ravioli, a 5 course chef's degustation, seafood, succulent steaks, chicken, duck and so much more. The Vintage also offers on and off-site catering throughout the Fox Valley and cater to anything from wedding receptions to business luncheons, come for the unique and the divine.READ MORE

Little Traveler in Geneva, Illinois, lives up to its name, with unique and exciting treasures regularly being sourced from Europe and the Far East. Our stock of antique collectables are constantly changing as new shipments arrive, and our incredible collectables make excellent and unique gifts for family and friends. Little Traveler was established in 1922, and what originally started at a simple idea, has over the years evolved into a downtown landmark where visitors love exploring the interesting and unusual collectables. Enjoy free wine tastings in our wine room, or attend our monthly themed luncheons where wine tastings are expertly paired with all courses. After viewing our vast array of collectables, pop into the on-site The Atrium Cafe with its peaceful setting, where you can enjoy delicious meals from our varied menu. READ MORE

The Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum in Peoria, Illinois, is a unique and interesting children's museum that opened its doors in 2015, and offers interactive, hand-on activities that promotes creativity and imagination in children and families from all backgrounds. Visiting the children's museum is a fun, all-day outing for families from all walks of life, and it is our mission to inspire and encourage children through a range of programs and events to suit all ages. The Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum is a great venue for hosting unique private parties, and we have three birthday party packages to choose from to make your party a special, memorable occasion. READ MORE

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The gardens surrounding Anderson Gift Shop are designed to allow our guests to reflect upon the tranquil beauty of nature, to leave the stresses of everyday life, to commune with nature and thus with one's self.READ MORE

Wesley Independent Living in Rockford offers the perfect option for active seniors that want to live in a private residence but also wish to enjoy the security and peace of mind of all Wesley Willows residents. READ MORE

Discover immersive escape room experiences in Chicago at Focus Time Escape! Solve puzzles, unlock clues, and race against time in our Area 51 and Maniac’s Basement rooms.READ MORE