Romeoville and Joliet, Illinois

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Bird Haven Greenhouse & Conservatory - Lord & Burnham designed this historic Greenhouse featuring a tropical house, cacti-room, show. 225 N. Gougar Road, Joliet, Illinois, 815-741-7278.

Challenge Park Xtreme - World’s only extreme sports theme park. Enjoy paint ball, BMX and mountain biking, skateboarding and more. 2903 Schweitzer Road, Joliet, Illinois, 815-726-2800.

Chicagoland Speedway - State of the art 75,000 seat, 1.5 mile superspeedway hosting the Tropicana 400 - NASCAR Winston Cup, Indy Racing League, NASCAR Busch Series, ARCA RE/MAX Series and International Race of Champions events during the 2002 season. 500 Speedway Blvd., Joliet, Illinois, 815-722-5500, Tickets: 815/727-RACE.

Empress Casino Joliet - Over 1,100 slot and video poker machines, 35 table games. Land-based pavilion, hotel and RV Resort. 2300 Empress Drive, Joliet, Illinois, 1-888-4-EMPRESS.

The Grand Ballroom at Union Station - The Grand Ballroom features stunning classic architecture with crystal chandeliers and forty-five foot ceilings. The Grand Ballroom at Joliet Union Station is available for private functions and is the perfect location for weddings or corporate events, with accommodations for up to 350 guests. 50 E. Jefferson St., Joliet, Illinois  60432,  815-727-1200.

Harrah's Joliet Casino - Hottest casino action in Chicagoland.  Recent expansion to a one level gaming barge for Las Vegas style gaming. Hotel opened.151 N. Joliet Street, Joliet, Illinois. 1/800/HARRAHS.

Haunted Trails Amusement Park & Entertainment Center - 2 miniature golf courses, go karts, Naskarts, indoor/outdoor rides, 150 games, batting cages, restaurant, meeting rooms, picnic grove. 1423 N. Broadway (Rt. 53), Joliet, Illinois, 815-722-7800.

Herbert Trackman Planetarium - The Herbert Trackman Planetarium is dedicated to continuing its tradition of outstanding astronomical instruction and entertainment. Due to the generosity of alumnus Herbert Trackman, the versatility of the Spitz System 512 planetarium projector has been augmented by a computer-controlled, multimedia automation system which also controls a video projection system. In the Joliet Junior College,  216 Houbolt Avenue, Joliet, IL, 815-729-9020.

Hiram B. Scutt Mansion - A magnificent historic mansion offering the perfect setting for any special occasion. 206 N. Broadway, Joliet, Illinois,  815-723-3052.

Inwood Ice Arena - Instructional figure skating and hockey. Open public skating. Rental skates, fitness center, exercise studio, concessions.  3000 W. Jefferson Street, Joliet, Illinois, 815-741-7275.

Isle a la Cache Museum -  Situated in the Des Plaines River, Isle a la Cache rests on historic land: legend tells of a French trader in the late 1600s who, when warned of possible danger down the river, buried or "cached" his goods on the island.  Inside the Museum, explore exhibits of the French fur trade. Find out about a voyager's day on the river; examine a real birch bark canoe; see the trade items of metal, beads, and cloth that changed the Native American's lifestyle. 501 E. Romeo Road, Romeoville, Illinois, (815) 886-1467

Jacob Henry Mansion - Elegant National Historic Landmark offering unique Victorian setting. Weddings/receptions, and dinner shows. Groups and tours welcome. 20 S. Eastern Avenue, Joliet, Illinois, 815-722-2465.

Joliet Historical Museum - Museum celebrating the themes and experiences of the people who settled the Joliet area, including a Route 66 Welcome Center, exhibit gallery, discovery room, gift shop, café and auditorium.  204 N. Ottawa Street, Joliet, Illinois, 8159723-5201.

Joliet Jackhammers - The newest professional minor league baseball team in the Northern League provides affordable, family entertainment in a new sate-of-the art stadium in downtown Joliet. This 4,200 seat stadium features luxury suites, souvenir shop, picnic area and playground inside the stadium. Silver Cross Field, Joliet, Illinois, 815-726-2255.

Joliet Mosaic Walking Tour - Self-guided walking tour of magnificent murals, sculptures and mosaics by the Friends of Community Public Art throughout Joliet's New City Center. City Center, Joliet, Illinois, 815-727-2323 or 815-722-4140.

Rialto Square Theatre - 102 N. Chicago Street, Joliet, Illinois, Tickets: 815-726-6600, Rentals: 815-726-7171.

Route 66 Raceway - Entertainment facility featuring concerts, motorsports, and more, including two NHRA National Drag Racing events, World of Outlaws and Demolition Derbies during the 2002 season. 500 Speedway Blvd., Joliet, Illinois, 815-722-5500, Tickets: 815/727-RACE

Splash Station - Opening Summer 2002 featuring six person racing slide, body and tube slides, a lazy river and zero depth pool. 2780 U.S. Route 6, Joliet, Illinois, 815-741-7275
 
Slovenian Women's Union of America & Slovenian Heritage Museum - The museum was founded in 1978, dedicated in 1983, and is maintained by volunteers. SWUA members from all over the U.S. contribute to the displays & exhibits. 431 N. Chicago Street, Joliet, Illinois 815-727-1926.

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