Downtown Bloomington
115 E. Washington , Bloomington, IL 61701
Historic Sites
Spend some down time in Downtown Bloomington!
The McLean County Courthouse, capped by a stately dome, serves as a landmark to identify the historic core of the city. Turn-of-the century buildings, many with interesting historical pasts, flank the courthouse square. A visitor can find museums, banks, a legal and governmental center, residential living, a large artists' community, plus an assortment of specialty retail businesses and supportive services in Downtown Bloomington. There is an abundance of restaurants and a lively night scene. Discover all that downtown Bloomington has to offer by shopping, dining, working and playing in this great historical district!
What's happening nearby...
Cruisin' Through The Century Weekend
McLean County Museum of History • Jun 06 – Jun 07 @ 10AM
Cruisin’ Through the Century brings Route 66 to life with decade-themed parties across McLean County communities. Enjoy live music, classic cars, retro games, food, costumes, and…
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Tailgate N' Tallboys
Interstate Center • Jun 18 – Jun 21 @ 1PM
Tailgate N’ Tallboys delivers the ultimate country music festival experience with top artists, tailgating, cold drinks, and unforgettable nights under the stars. Grab your boots and…
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Bloomington-Normal Pridefest
The Bistro • Jul 25 @ 4PM
B-N Pridefest is a family-friendly festival in Downtown Bloomington featuring Central Illinois’ largest outdoor drag show, live entertainment, local artists, and food. What started as a…
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Stevenson Graves/Evergreen Cemetery
Bloomington
The Stevenson family brought honor to McLean County for three generations.
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McLean County Museum of History
Bloomington
Founded in 1904 and housed in a historic courthouse, the McLean County Museum of History explores the people and stories that shaped Central Illinois—including those who…
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Lincoln's Eighth Judicial Circuit - Bloomington-Normal Hub
Bloomington
The home of two of Lincoln’s greatest friends and supporters, Jesse Fell and Judge David Davis, Lincoln spent a great deal of time in Bloomington-Normal, making…
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