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		<title>Blues by Night Tour of Chicago - Chicago, Illinois</title>
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Blues by Night Tour of Chicago
To inspire the Blues artist in all of us, after a delicious dinner at Buddy Guy&#8217;s &#34;Ledgends&#34;,  the stage is set for a true jam session by some of Chicago&#8217;s finest Blues masters.  For the perfect nightcap, it&#8217;s off to Rosa&#8217;s Lounge, another legendary Blues joint.











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		<title>Amish Country of Central Illinois - Arcola, Arthur, Tuscola, Sullivan, Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Amish Country of Central Illinois - Arcola, Arthur, Tuscola, Sullivan, Illinois
The Amish families came to central Illinois in 1865.&#160; They had become dissatisfied with the worldliness of the Mennonite Church and desired to live a more strict and simple life.&#160; The Amish in this area are &#34;House Amish&#34; which means they favor holding services in [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.illinoisbeautiful.com//amish-country-of-central-illinois-arcola-arthur-tuscola-sullivan-illinois.html</link>
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		<title>Raging Rivers Water Park</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Fun at Raging Rivers in Grafton
When it is hot out and the summer sun is beating down upon your brow, there are few better ways to beat that heat than by heading out to a water park. One of the most well-known and most often visited water parks in Illinois is Raging Rivers, located in [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Six Flags Great America and Hurricane Harbor - Gurnee, Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Family Fun at Six Flags Great America and Hurricane Harbor
Travelers to the Chicago area have a variety of attractions from which they can choose. The great thing about Six Flags Great America and Hurricane Harbor is that you can always count on the parks to deliver a good time for everyone in the family.
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		<title>Woodstock Events - Woodstock, Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Woodstock Events - Woodstock, Illinois
With a population of under 20,000 this Illinois community hosts a number of exciting opportunities for entertainment and historic rememberances.&#160; The Woodstock Opera House is a classic example of Victorian construction with it&#8217;s interior stencils setting of a fabulous background for the concerts held there now and in the past.&#160; Built [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.illinoisbeautiful.com//woodstock-events-woodstock-illinois.html</link>
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		<title>Lake Shelbyville - Decatur, Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Lake Shelbyville - Decatur, Illinois
The lake has great boating, a marina, some of the best hunting in the region and a great place to study nature.&#160; Check out this on 6000 acres of mixed habitat from forests to swamplands.&#160;&#160; All of it is located on the 34,000 acres&#160; of the Lake Shelbyville project area.
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		<link>http://www.illinoisbeautiful.com//lake-shelbyville-decatur-illinois.html</link>
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		<title>University of Illinois - Urbana, Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[University of Illinois - Urbana, Illinois
The college is one of the top ranked in the country.&#160; With over 150 undergraduate programs, 100 graduate and professional programs the college has turned out, and continues to turn out the best and brightest to impact the nation and the world.
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		<link>http://www.illinoisbeautiful.com//university-of-illinois-urbana-illinois.html</link>
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		<title>Hardy&#8217;s Reindeer Ranch - Rantoul, Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Hardy&#8217;s Reindeer Ranch - Rantoul, Illinois
Just 15 miles north of the University of Illinois in                     Champaign-Urbana, IL. you will find this delightful ranch filled with Santa&#8217;s friends!&#160; There are 16 Reindeer and 5 acres of [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.illinoisbeautiful.com//hardys-reindeer-ranch-rantoul-illinois.html</link>
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		<title>Lincoln College Museum - Lincoln, Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Lincoln College Museum - Lincoln, Illinois
Being the only college to have the name of Lincoln from the time he was alive this college has worked to provide a quality display of Lincoln artifacts and other displays to showcases of the rich local and college history, to a significant Presidential display and tribute and the September [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.illinoisbeautiful.com//lincoln-college-museum-lincoln-illinois.html</link>
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		<title>MCLEAN COUNTY MUSEUM OF HISTORY - Bloomington, Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[MCLEAN COUNTY MUSEUM OF HISTORY - Bloomington, Illinois
The museum opened to the public in 1904 with an array of presidential papers and other items from the time.&#160;&#160;&#160; Currently there are over 18,000 items on display showing the life of central Illinois from the beginning of the state history to today.&#160; There are 10,000 volumns of [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.illinoisbeautiful.com//mclean-county-museum-of-history-bloomington-illinois.html</link>
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		<title>The Gateway Geyser - East St. Louis, Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The Gateway Geyser - East St. Louis, Illinois
Just look at the geyser soaring to nearly 630-feet, the geyser&#8217;s height mirrors that of St. Louis&#8217; famed Gateway Arch, located directly across the Mississippi River. 
The center fountain is complemented by four auxiliary fountains, which represent the four rivers that converge in the St. Louis area. 
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		<link>http://www.illinoisbeautiful.com//170-gateway-geyser-east-st-louis-illinois.html</link>
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		<title>Cahokia Mounds - Collinsville, Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[ 			Cahokia Mounds - Collinsville, Illinois
The Interpretation of the Cahokia site focuses on its uniqueness as an urban center, or a city. It is the largest prehistoric Indian city north of Mexico and was a religious, political, economic and cultural center.
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		<link>http://www.illinoisbeautiful.com//178-cahokia-mounds-collinsville-illinois.html</link>
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		<title>Gateway International Raceway - Madison, Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Gateway International Raceway - Madison, Illinois 
More than 140,000 international fans pack the stands at the Gateway International Raceway in Madison to watch the world&#8217;s leading racecar drivers compete in the NASCAR Busch and Craftsman Truck Series, as well as the NHRA Sears Craftsman Nationals. 
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		<link>http://www.illinoisbeautiful.com//179-gateway-international-raceway-madison-illinois.html</link>
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		<title>Fort de Chartres - Prairie du Rocher, Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Fort de Chartres - Prairie du Rocher, Illinois
The oldest building in Illinois, a massive stone fort called Fort de Chartres, which was built by French colonists in 1753. The fort served as the seat of government during the French rule. After viewing Fort de Chartres, tour the nearby well-preserved sites that were established from Chester [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.illinoisbeautiful.com//180-fort-de-chartres-prairie-du-rocher-illinois.html</link>
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		<title>Pere Marquette State Park - Grafton, Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Pere Marquette State Park - Grafton, Illinois
Pere Marquette State Park comprises 8,050 acres making it Illinois&#8217; largest state park. 
The Park is famous for the beauty of its fall colors and as a home for bald eagles in the winter. In addition to the spectacular views of the Illinois and Mississippi rivers from several scenic [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.illinoisbeautiful.com//181-pere-marquette-state-park-grafton-illinois.html</link>
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		<title>Eagle Watching in Alton - Alton, Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Eagle Watching in Alton - Alton, Illinois
The Bald Eagle was adopted as the national symbol of the United States in 1782 because of its independence and strength. Measuring about 30 inches (76 cm) in length and possessing a wingspan of 72-84 inches (1.8-2.1 m), the adult eagle is easily identified by its unmistakable brown body [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.illinoisbeautiful.com//199-eagle-watching-alton-alton-illinois.html</link>
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		<title>Popeye Statue - Chester, Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Popeye Statue - Chester, Illinois
Popeye Statue is in Elzie C. Segar Park in Chester, Illinois.
This 6 foot tall, 900 pound, bronze-metallic statue of Popeye was inspired by the fact that Segar, Popeye&#8217;s creator, was born in Chester and that many of the Popeye characters were modeled after real residents of the town. It is reported [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.illinoisbeautiful.com//200-popeye-statue-chester-illinois.html</link>
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		<title>Jarrot Mansion - Cahokia, Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Jarrot Mansion - Cahokia, Illinois
The Jarrot Mansion was completed in the year 1810 for Nicholas Jarrot, a native Frenchman who achieved prosperity through trade, land, and law in frontier Cahokia. The Jarrot Mansion is the oldest brick home in the state of Illinois.
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		<link>http://www.illinoisbeautiful.com//201-jarrot-mansion-cahokia-illinois.html</link>
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		<title>Cahokia Court House - Cahokia, Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Cahokia Court House  - Cahokia, Illinois
Originally constructed as a dwelling, the Cahokia Courthouse served as the center of political activity in the Old Northwest Territory. The courthouse also served as a U.S. territorial courthouse and the county seat for several years. Additional information about the courthouse can be found on the History page. 
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		<link>http://www.illinoisbeautiful.com//202-cahokia-court-house-cahokia-illinois.html</link>
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		<title>Superman Museum - Metropolis Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The Super Museum in Metropolis, Illinois features a collection of superman memorabilia, including the original costume worn by George Reeves, the first superman in the &#8217;50s. Also included are movie props, rare toys, comic books and a video presentation. The museum is stuffed with over 20,000 items relating to the 60+ year old Superman saga, [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.illinoisbeautiful.com//8-superman-museum-metropolis-illinois.html</link>
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		<title>Bell Smith Springs - Eddyville, Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Bell Smith Springs - Eddyville, Illinois is home to a rare phenomenon of interconnected, complete, functioning ecosystems. There are four creeks which come together in the canyon at Bell Smith Springs; and even when the creeks are parched there are a dozen ice-cold spring pools which never go dry. The unique hydrology of the canyon [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.illinoisbeautiful.com//70-bell-smith-springs-eddyville-illinois.html</link>
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		<title>Millstone Bluff National Register Site - Eddyville, Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Millstone Bluff National Register Site - Eddyville, Illinois An archeology site on a hilltop, along route 147, east northeast of Vienna just west of Glendale near Eddyville.
A natural formation, the bluff is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Millstone Bluff is one of numerous sites natiowide to have its &#34;address restricted&#34; by the [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.illinoisbeautiful.com//71-millstone-bluff-national-register-site-eddyville-illinois.html</link>
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		<title>Lust Creek Area - Eddyville, Illinois</title>
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Lust Creek Area - Eddyville, Illinois is a National Scenic Designation which can only be reached by trail, but hiking or horseback.
Indian Kitchen is a trail on the south end of the Indian Wall at the hairpin turn in Lusk Creek and is only for the daring and agile. Beginners will want to avoid this [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.illinoisbeautiful.com//72-lust-creek-area-eddyville-illinois.html</link>
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		<title>Rock Island Arsenal Museum - Rock Island, Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Rock Island Arsenal Museum - Rock Island, Illinois
established on July 4, 1905 they are the are the second oldest US Army Museum in the United States.
Thier mission is to preserve and display the history of Rock Island Arsenal and Arsenal Island. The secondary mission is to preserve and display the history of small arms development.
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		<link>http://www.illinoisbeautiful.com//123-rock-island-arsenal-museum-rock-island-illinois.html</link>
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		<title>Heritage Interpretive Center - Hamilton, Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Heritage Interpretive Center - Hamilton, Illinois
The Heritage Center is open most days with interpretive displays designed to inform and educate visitors about the ecosystem of the Mississippi River and how the river played a role in the founding and heritage of Hampton.
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		<link>http://www.illinoisbeautiful.com//127-heritage-interpretive-center-hamilton-illinois.html</link>
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		<title>John Deere Collectors Center - Moline, Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The John Deere Collectors Center:&#160;Please note that the John Deere Collectors Center officially closed on 31 October 2008.&#160;&#160; We do still have both the John Deere Historic Site in Grand Detour and the John Deere Pavilion and Store in Moline, IL still open and available for visitation.&#160; For additional information about our attractions and other [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.illinoisbeautiful.com//128-john-deere-collectors-center-moline-illinois.html</link>
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		<title>Circa &#8216;21 Dinner Playhouse - Rock Island, Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Circa &#8216;21 Dinner Playhouse - Rock Island, Illinois
Circa &#8216;21 is housed in the historic Fort Armstrong Theatre. Opened in 1921, the theatre was originally a vaudeville and silent movie house, among one of the most popular and unique of its day. 
The theater was opened as a dinner theater in June 1977with the interior being [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.illinoisbeautiful.com//129-circa-21-dinner-playhouse-rock-island-illinois.html</link>
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		<title>Augustana&#8217;s Fryxell Geology Museum - Rock Island, Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Augustana&#8217;s Fryxell Geology Museum - Rock Island, Illinois
One of the largest and finest collections of rocks, minerals and fossils in the Midwest.
The museum boasts over 2,000 rock, mineral and fossil specimens including a complete skeleton of the dinosaur Cryolophosaurus and a large fluorescent mineral exhibit. 
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		<link>http://www.illinoisbeautiful.com//130-augustanas-fryxell-geology-museum-rock-island-illinois.html</link>
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		<title>City of Moline Park and Recreation Garden Center - Moline, Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[City of Moline Park and Recreation Garden Center - Moline, Illinois
There are outdoor garden displays that will entice you to see even more in this garden heaven.
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		<link>http://www.illinoisbeautiful.com//131-city-moline-park-recreation-garden-center-moline-illinois.html</link>
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		<title>Quad City Botanical Center - Rock Island, Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Quad City Botanical Center - Rock Island, Illinois
Enjoy the beauty of the tropical flowers and strolling gardens in the botanical center.
Offering 6,444 square foot tropical Sun Garden conservatory, the outdoor Scott County Regional Authority Conifer and Perennial Gardens, a beautiful Butterfly Garden, a colorful Physically Challenged Garden, and a Children&#8217;s Scrambled Alphabet Garden there will [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.illinoisbeautiful.com//132-quad-city-botanical-center-rock-island-illinois.html</link>
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		<title>Jumers Casino Rock Island - Rock Island, Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Jumers Casino Rock Island - Rock Island, Illinois
Inside, explore a variety of gaming environments. Each offers you the most comfortable, player friendly experience possible. 
The facility is filled with antiques and statues to stained glass ceilings. 
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		<link>http://www.illinoisbeautiful.com//133-jumers-casino-rock-island-rock-island-illinois.html</link>
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		<title>Celebration River Cruises - Moline, Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Celebration River Cruises - Moline, Illinois
Non-gaming, family entertainment cruise line.
This family owned and operated business has set it&#8217;s goal to make sure you enjoy good food, a smooth ride on the river and memories to share for years to come.
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		<link>http://www.illinoisbeautiful.com//134-celebration-river-cruises-moline-illinois.html</link>
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		<title>RiverboatTwilight - Galena, Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[RiverboatTwilight - Galena, Illinois
Enjoy this affordable two-day non-gambling overnight luxury cruise from LeClaire, Ia to Dubuque, IA and back. 
Now the 2-day cruises travel to Dubuque, IA. There you will overnight at the Grand Harbor Resort with tours of the National Mississippi River Museum, Cable Car Square Shopping area, Diamond Jo Casino, and the 4th [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.illinoisbeautiful.com//135-riverboattwilight-galena-illinois.html</link>
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		<title>Channel Cat Water Taxi - MetroLINK - Moline, Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Channel Cat Water Taxi - MetroLINK - Moline, Illinois
Take the Water Taxi to see the sites and do some shopping, all from the river! The Channel Cat Water Taxi is the recreational service that gives relaxation to QCA families, friends and tourist in both Illinois and Iowa.
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		<link>http://www.illinoisbeautiful.com//136-channel-cat-water-taxi-metrolink-moline-illinois.html</link>
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		<title>Great River Tours, Inc. - East Moline, Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Great River Tours, Inc. - East Moline, Illinois
Take the Mighty Mississippi for a 35 to 40 minute narrated sightseeing tour aboard the historic &#8220;Riversong&#8221;. The trips are a personalized combination of relaxation, history, and adventure. 
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		<link>http://www.illinoisbeautiful.com//great-river-tours-inc-east-moline-illinois.html</link>
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		<title>Village of East Davenport - Davenport, Iowa</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Village of East Davenport - Davenport, Iowa
A collection of businesses in a unique setting, just like the little towns from days gone by.
This National Register Historic District was once a training camp for Civil War soldiers, and now includes a variety of art galleries, small shops, restaurants, local pubs and parks. Enjoy the vista from [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.illinoisbeautiful.com//138-village-east-davenport-davenport-iowa.html</link>
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		<title>American Woman’s League Chapter House - Andover, Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[American Woman&#8217;s League Chapter House - Andover, Illinois
The home of August Rehnstrom was built in 1861 by Eric Berglof, and served as a temporary haven for Swedish immigrants in the 1860s. This is a &#8220;Class I&#8221; Chapter House, the smallest standard design, many of which were built all across the country by the American Woman&#8217;s [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.illinoisbeautiful.com//139-american-woman-s-league-chapter-house-andover-illinois.html</link>
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		<title>Jenny Lind Chapel - Andover, Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Jenny Lind Chapel - Andover, Illinois 
Visit Jenny Lind Chapel which is the house of worship of the oldest Swedish Lutheran congregation in Illinois. It is an evidence of pioneering faith and devotion, and begun in 1851 under the leadership of Pastor Lars Paul Esbj�rn. It was dedicated on Advent Sunday, December 3, 1854, and [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Hennepin Canal Parkway - Recreational Trail - Annawan, Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Hennepin Canal Parkway - Recreational Trail - Annawan, Illinois
Want a peaceful, relaxing day of picnicking, hiking, fishing and good old fashioned family fun? Hennepin Canal Parkway State Park is just the place you&#8217;re looking for. Spend the day and bring a picnic lunch along. There are plenty of picnic tables at the 104.5-mile linear park [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.illinoisbeautiful.com//hennepin-canal-parkway-recreational-trail-annawan-illinois.html</link>
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		<title>Lavender Crest Winery - Colona Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Lavender Crest Winery - Colona Illinois
This winery opened in November of 2004. Lavender Crest Winery features wine production, a wine tasting room, gift shop, espresso bar that serves lunch, and a banquet center that seats 250-300 guests.&#160;
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		<link>http://www.illinoisbeautiful.com//142-lavender-crest-winery-colona-illinois.html</link>
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		<title>Historic Village - Bishop Hill, Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Historic Village - Bishop Hill, Illinois
This historic village was founded by Swedish immegrants in 1846 which has retained it&#8217;s unique quality to share with the world.
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		<link>http://www.illinoisbeautiful.com//143-historic-village-bishop-hill-illinois.html</link>
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		<title>Old Odd &#038; Unusual Museum - Cambridge, Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Old Odd &#38; Unusual Museum - Cambridge, Illinois
The museum contains a 1936 Ford fitted with a snow track, a 1925 Harley Davidson, a 1946 Indian motorcycle, a collection of pedal cars, a single-horse sleigh made in a Freeport factory in 1895, the first hand-operated gas pump in Henry County, vintage televisions, crystal tube radios and [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.illinoisbeautiful.com//144-old-odd-unusual-museum-cambridge-illinois.html</link>
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		<title>Barn Theater, Richmond Hill Park - Geneseo, Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Barn Theater, Richmond Hill Park - Geneseo, Illinois
The Barn Theater is located atop the bluff in Geneseo. Created in 1968 to be the home of the theater this is a wonderful adventure for all to enjoy.
The group converted the top floor of an old dairy barn to fit their needs and has never looked back. [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.illinoisbeautiful.com//145-barn-theater-richmond-hill-park-geneseo-illinois.html</link>
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		<title>Francis Park Woodland Palace - Kewanee, Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Francis Park Woodland Palace - Kewanee, Illinois
This is a home built way a head of it&#8217;s time, full of engineering wonders. The explanation of the man who built and lived in the home will keep you interested throughout the tour.&#160;
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		<title>Discovery Depot Children&#8217;s Museum - Gailsburg, Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Discovery Depot Children&#8217;s Museum - Gailsburg, Illinois
This museum, especially for children, is a great place to take your children for a day of activity, learning and fun.
They have scheduled activities and special functions to keep the kids learning and entertained.
Monthly Activities:
First Thursday of each month
6:30 &#8211; 7:30 pm 
A Special evening for toddlers and their [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Galesburg Railroad Museum - Galesburg, Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Galesburg Railroad Museum - Galesburg, Illinois
This special museum allows you to experience railroading of the early 1900s at the new Galesburg Railroad Museum building that sits next to the Amtrak Depot.&#160;
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		<link>http://www.illinoisbeautiful.com//148-galesburg-railroad-museum-galesburg-illinois.html</link>
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		<title>Prairie Land Heritage Museum - South Jacksonville, Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Prairie Land Heritage Museum - South Jacksonville, Illinois
Jacksonville hosts the home of this museum dedicated to antique tractors and the way of life early farmers led, from the happy times to the hard work. They also host a show annually. The show has old time crafters, horse pulling, and entertainment along with the annual displays, [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.illinoisbeautiful.com//149-prairie-land-heritage-museum-south-jacksonville-illinois.html</link>
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		<title>Woodlawn Farm Underground Railroad - Jacksonville, Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Woodlawn Farm Underground Railroad - Jacksonville, Illinois
In the mid 1800s, Jacksonville acted as a the hub for Underground Railroad, sheltering hundreds who wished to escape the horrors of slavery. Several local historic homes served as havens on this journey to freedom, making Jacksonville one of the first such stations in the area and by far [...]]]></description>
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		<title>The Gazebo Art Festival - Macomb, Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The Gazebo Art Festival - Macomb, Illinois
The Gazebo Art Festival is held every year in September in conjunction with the Al Sears Jazz Festival. Local and area artists display their original works of art for visitors to enjoy and even purchase.&#160;
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		<title>Raggedy Ann and Andy Museum - Arcola Illinois</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Notice!!&#160; The museum is open and welcoming visitors for the balance of 2009 but following that it will be closing with the Museum pieces going to the Strong National Museum of Play in Rochester, New York.
The management would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who has come to visit and loves Raggedy Ann [...]]]></description>
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