Illinois Tourism

HuffPost Tourist Guide: 24 hours ... in Ottawa, Ill.?

David Murray | Posted 11.18.2009 | Chicago


David Murray

After 24 hours, we pretty much did everything there is for a family to do in Ottawa, Ill. And that's not a bad thing.

State Historic Sites Closed By Blagojevich Reopening Next Week: Quinn

Associated Press | Posted 05.16.2009 | Chicago


CHICAGO (AP) -- Gov. Pat Quinn says historic sites shuttered by former Gov. Rod Blagojevich are reopening next week. Illinois Historic Preservation A...

Illinois' Lincoln Legacy Hampered By Budget Cuts

Posted 12.21.2008 | Chicago


In the face of soaring budget deficits, Illinois is reducing access to some of its most celebrated Abraham Lincoln sites. These cuts could be devast...

Illinois Tourism Counting On Big Obama Boost

AP | CARLA K. JOHNSON | Posted 12.07.2008 | Chicago


CHICAGO — Chicago's tourism Web site beckons visitors to "experience the city the Obamas enjoy." The Illinois Bureau of Tourism plans to launch ...