Why You Should Go...

Just a short ride from Starved Rock State Park sits the community of Streator, IL. Conveniently located in the middle of I-39, I-80, & I-55, this quiet surprise on the prairie is filled with worldly and out of this world history.

Seventeen historic murals painted by the infamous Walldogs are located throughout the downtown. Learn about each adventure as you pass many unique shops and delectable delights. One historical figure has a trail named after him, The Hop-A-Long Cassidy greenway trail.

Stretch those legs and get back to nature as you walk along the Vermilion River. One of the few rivers to run North! There’s also a canoe and boat launch for even more fun.

Another outdoor odyssey is the Spring Lake Nature Area. Filled with Flora and Fauna, this land is abundant in wildlife. Events and entertainment can be found throughout the year.

Three of the largest events are the Food Truck Festival in May & September, the Fourth of July celebration, and the Roamer Car and Cruise in September.

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Why You Should Go...

Just a short ride from Starved Rock State Park sits the community of Streator, IL. Conveniently located in the middle of I-39, I-80, & I-55, this quiet surprise on the prairie is filled with worldly and out of this world history.

Seventeen historic murals painted by the infamous Walldogs are located throughout the downtown. Learn about each adventure as you pass many unique shops and delectable delights. One historical figure has a trail named after him, The Hop-A-Long Cassidy greenway trail.

Stretch those legs and get back to nature as you walk along the Vermilion River. One of the few rivers to run North! There’s also a canoe and boat launch for even more fun.

Another outdoor odyssey is the Spring Lake Nature Area. Filled with Flora and Fauna, this land is abundant in wildlife. Events and entertainment can be found throughout the year.

Three of the largest events are the Food Truck Festival in May & September, the Fourth of July celebration, and the Roamer Car and Cruise in September.

What You Should Know...

Open: Year-Round; Closed on: Sunday, Saturday

Hours: Open Now. Closes 5:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 7:30am - 5:00pm

Tuesday: 7:30am - 5:00pm

Wednesday: 7:30am - 5:00pm

Thursday: 7:30am - 5:00pm

Friday: 7:30am - 1:00pm

Saturday: Closed

Cost: Free

Parking: Street

Insider Info

Stop by the Blue-Eyed Rascal Bakery Thur – Sat. and get some sausage bread or a blueberry scone, but get there early! 

There are 40+ pieces of public art in town.

If you visit the Weber House and Garden, always call ahead.

Fun Facts

Streator is the boyhood home of the only American astronomer to discover a planet, Clyde Tombaugh. 

The Roamer Cruise night has 500 plus vehicles parked and cruising. 

Catch a play at the Engle Lane Theater, May – October.