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Clover Lawn
1000 E Monroe Dr, at the David Davis Mansion, Bloomington, IL 61701 · 309-828-1084
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Dotted with sugar maples and fruit trees, the Clover Lawn estate is a treat for the eyes. Four original buildings dating from the 1800s still stand on this once-working farm, including a carriage barn (1868), foaling shed (1872), stable (1856), and the woodhouse (1872), designed by Piquenard, which housed the privies used by farmhands. Colorful gardens and ornamental plantings show their beauty here, especially during the spring and summer months.
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As Normal's first environmental education resource, the center offers visitors a chance to learn and understand more about nature, recycling, composting and saving energy. Open only on weekday afternoons, the center also provides classes, workshops and nature walks to the local community.
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The Hall of Gems and Minerals is the highlight of this unique museum in Shirley, Illinois. Precious stones are on display as well as fossils and Native American artifacts. The Museum is located in the historic Funk Prairie Home.
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NORMAL. You will believe you are gazing at the sky filled with bright stars on a clear summer night in this round theater. Learn more about astronomy in a captivating scenario. Watch galaxies and see black holes produced by sophisticated special effects. Presentations last about 60 minutes. Show dates and times might vary depending on the timing of celestial events.
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Located in the Crumbaugh Library, this museum displays rooms as they were in 1895, including a child's room with bed and toys. Another exhibit displays an antique typewriter, radio and other communication tools used in the 1800s.
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Located in an old courthouse which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the museum features various exhibits throughout the year, including a collection of pictures depicting farm life in Illinois. Tours offered by reservation. The courtroom is available by reservation for business meetings.
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BLOOMINGTON. Feed your interest in aviation and space by visiting this informative museum, whose artifacts and memorabilia give folks an up-close glimpse at air travel and technology. In addition, a flight simulator takes visitors on a "fly over" tour of Bloomington and other destinations. The actual aircraft on display, restored and gleaming, include an F-4N Phantom, a T-38A Talon, an F-14D Tomcat, and a UH-IH Huey.
If you're a history buff, art aficionado, archaeology fiend, or dabbler in the sciences, our museum picks are perfect for a rainy day or afternoon excursion! Our selections center around notable collections of historical and cultural items. Many have excellent rotating displays in addition to exceptional permanent collections.
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