A mid-1800’s architectural wonder helped make Chicago the city it is today. The 96-mile Illinois & Michigan Canal (I&M Canal) connected the Great Lakes in Bridgeport, Chicago to the Illinois River at LaSalle-Peru, and amazingly unique towns sprung up that maintain their authentic charm to this date.
READ ON!Freedom. The Open Road. The American Dream. All are still alive on The Mother Road. The nostalgia of diners, museums, tourist stops and neon lights are there for you to visit as you make the drive from Chicago to Santa Monica, CA. You can still get your Kicks on Route 66!
READ ON!A visit to Starved Rock State Park consists of many sights to behold, including breathtaking views of its many canyons and awe-inspiring scenes of eagles flying during the winter month.
READ ON!The Heritage Corridor is filled with events that are waiting just for you. Live music, fun festivals, learning programs, and active adventures await.
READ ON!Are you looking for a specific type of place to visit in the I&M Canal Heritage Corridor? If you're a craft beer fan, you will love the Heritage Corridor Ale Trail? Seeing a thrilling journey or just an escape, check out Adventure Outside Chicago. We've got all the info to unlock your next trip right here.
READ ON!Happy second anniversary, Mad Hatchet Brewing!
Some great releases coming up this weekend, as the Shorewood brewery has a great line-up for this celebration. Make sure to get over to Mad Hatchet and hoist a beer.
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Sunday, April 25 |
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Elder Brewing Company - Trapped Tidal Wheat It's been about 2 years since Elder had this one on the menu. Light wheat beer that finishes with a nice citrus flavor.
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Hot Spot DropsWe're going to list the date and location of craft beer drops along the Corridor. Remember, these are all limited and subject to availability (just like everything in life, if you think about it). |
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April 27 - Iron&Glass Romeoville |
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April 28 - Iron&Glass Romeoville |
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April 28 - Iron&Glass Romeoville |
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April 28 - Iron&Glass Romeoville |
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April 28 - Orange & Brew (Downers Grove) |
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April 29 - Iron&Glass Romeoville |
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April 29 - Orange & Brew (Downers Grove) |
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April 30 - CatsEye (Ottawa) |
Coming Soon |
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Alter Brewing Company - King Balaton, a Mexican-style Lager, a Kolsh, Things We Don't Say, and potentially a "squeeze" |
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Skeleton Key Brewery and Miskatonic Brewing Company - Joint Effort 2 |
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Nik & Ivy Brewing Co. - The Fat Mike |