History

Bicentennial Park

Indulge yourself in the rich history and heritage of Joliet, with a visit to the state of the art Joliet Area Historical Museum, full of interactive exhibits, personal courses, and games for the kids that will surely fill the day with excitement and education.

Visitors can also enjoy learning about the city’s rich Slovenian Heritage with the museum devoted to it, or stroll the history walk of Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park, reading each boulder marker that tells a tale of historic businesses and houses on Joliet’s first street.

Cathedral Area Preservation Association (CAPA)

Historic Route 66

Jacob Henry Mansion

Joliet Area Historical Museum

Joliet Historic Preservation Commission

Joliet Public Library

Old Joliet Prison

Rialto Square Theatre

Slovenian Woman's Heritage Museum

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