| Joliet Attractions |
Abbey Theater
15 South Richards Street
Located on the Jacob Henry Mansion Estate, the Abbey Theater offers matinee and dinner Theater packages including
estate tours or excursions into Joliet’s vibrant downtown. 815-722-2465. www.landmarkdestinations.com.
Jacob Henry Mansion
20 South Eastern Avenue
This elegant 1873 National Historic Landmark Victorian Home is open for group tours, specialty events, wedding
receptions, conferences and seminars. Tours by appointment. 815-722-2465.
Joliet Area Historical Museum and Route 66 Welcome Center
204 North Ottawa Street
Stop in to take a look at the interactive exhibits. This museum offers its visitors a glance back in time while offering
hands on exhibits that keep kids coming back for more. Don’t forget to check out the unique gift shop before you leave.
815-723-5201. www.jolietmuseum.org.
Joliet Iron Works Historic Site
Columbia Street
Take a free, naturalist-led tour of blast furnace ruins. 815-727-8700. www.fpdwc.org/inronworks.cfm.
Rialto Square Theatre
102 North Joliet Street
Elegantly restored, the Rialto presents a variety of entertainment while retaining the grandeur and ambiance of a lavish
1926 vaudeville movie palace. Group tours and tour/dining packages are available. 815-726-6600. www.rialtosquare.
com
“Joliet Kicks on 66” Tours
Route 66 themed murals, sculptures mosaics and antique replica gas pumps are found throughout Joliet’s New City
Center. These and other downtown attractions are part of the Joliet Kicks of 66 driving and walking tours. 877-4-
JOLIET. www.jolietkicks.com.
Slovenian Women’s Union of American Heritage Museum
431 North Chicago Street
The motto of the museum is to reach individuals by uniting them through their common interest in Slovenian culture and
heritage. 815-727-1926. www.swua.org.
Route 66 Park
920 North Broadway Street
This park has an overlook for viewing the historic Collins Street Prison where the Blues Brothers and other movies were
filmed. Informational kiosks highlight Route 66 attractions in Joliet with directions, photos, and messages.
Collins Street Prison
Also known as the Joliet Correctional Center, the prison was built here in 1858 by prison labor. Its 25 foot, 5 foot thick
walls are made of pure Joliet limestone. It operated until 2002, having housed up to 1300 inmates. The classic prison
architecture and atmosphere has been the set for several movies and television productions including the Blues
Brothers. An exhibition at the Joliet Area Historical Museum interprets the prison.
Rich & Creamy
Route 66 Park, 920 North Broadway Street
Typical of ice cream stores that dotted Route 66 in its heyday, when Broadway was a leg of the highway in Joliet. City
Leaders restored Rich & Creamy back to the retro appearance from its heyday as part of a larger plan by area officials
to brand their journey along The Mother Rad. Jake & Elwood, “The Blues Brothers,” dance atop the tower wrapped in
neon lights. 815-740-2899.
Union Station
50 East Jefferson Street
Union Station, built in 1912, once catered to the glamorous rail travelers of the early 1900’s, is now listed on the National
Register of Historic Places. The Grand Ballroom features classic architecture with crystal chandeliers and 45 foot
ceilings. 815-727-1200.
Bicentennial Park
201 West Jefferson at Bluff Street
Built along the river on land that had been Joliet’s first street, Bicentennial Park was opened in 1976 to celebrate the
nation’s200th birthday. The park feature’s a beautiful Riverwalk Promenade with views of Joliet’s bridges, metal
silhouette sculptures and interpretive panels that describe Joliet’s history, a lighted fountain named “Frannie,” and
entertainment stage. 815-724-3760. bipark@jolietcity.org.
CPX Sports
2903 Schweitzer Road
At this extreme-sports theme park, you can challenge your friends to a paintball game, go mountain biking, practice your
skateboarding moves, attend concerts and more. 815-726-2800. www.cpxsports.com
Forest Preserve District of Will County
17540 West Laraway Road
Enjoy camping, picnicking, fishing, canoeing, hiking, bicycling, sledding, ice-skating and other activities. 815-727-8700.
www.fpdwc.org
Haunted Trails Family Entertainment Center
1423 North Broadway Street
Children and adults will have a blast at this 14-acre indoor and outdoor entertainment center. Choose from three go-
cart tracks, two miniature golf courses, batting cages, rides and hundreds of games. 815-722-7800.
Splash Station Waterpark
2780 U.S. Route 6
Enjoy a railroad-themed outdoor water park featuring a six-person racing slide, body slides, tube slides, lazy river and
zero-depth pool. 815-741-7275 ext. 120. www.jolietpark.org
15 South Richards Street
Located on the Jacob Henry Mansion Estate, the Abbey Theater offers matinee and dinner Theater packages including
estate tours or excursions into Joliet’s vibrant downtown. 815-722-2465. www.landmarkdestinations.com.
Jacob Henry Mansion
20 South Eastern Avenue
This elegant 1873 National Historic Landmark Victorian Home is open for group tours, specialty events, wedding
receptions, conferences and seminars. Tours by appointment. 815-722-2465.
Joliet Area Historical Museum and Route 66 Welcome Center
204 North Ottawa Street
Stop in to take a look at the interactive exhibits. This museum offers its visitors a glance back in time while offering
hands on exhibits that keep kids coming back for more. Don’t forget to check out the unique gift shop before you leave.
815-723-5201. www.jolietmuseum.org.
Joliet Iron Works Historic Site
Columbia Street
Take a free, naturalist-led tour of blast furnace ruins. 815-727-8700. www.fpdwc.org/inronworks.cfm.
Rialto Square Theatre
102 North Joliet Street
Elegantly restored, the Rialto presents a variety of entertainment while retaining the grandeur and ambiance of a lavish
1926 vaudeville movie palace. Group tours and tour/dining packages are available. 815-726-6600. www.rialtosquare.
com
“Joliet Kicks on 66” Tours
Route 66 themed murals, sculptures mosaics and antique replica gas pumps are found throughout Joliet’s New City
Center. These and other downtown attractions are part of the Joliet Kicks of 66 driving and walking tours. 877-4-
JOLIET. www.jolietkicks.com.
Slovenian Women’s Union of American Heritage Museum
431 North Chicago Street
The motto of the museum is to reach individuals by uniting them through their common interest in Slovenian culture and
heritage. 815-727-1926. www.swua.org.
Route 66 Park
920 North Broadway Street
This park has an overlook for viewing the historic Collins Street Prison where the Blues Brothers and other movies were
filmed. Informational kiosks highlight Route 66 attractions in Joliet with directions, photos, and messages.
Collins Street Prison
Also known as the Joliet Correctional Center, the prison was built here in 1858 by prison labor. Its 25 foot, 5 foot thick
walls are made of pure Joliet limestone. It operated until 2002, having housed up to 1300 inmates. The classic prison
architecture and atmosphere has been the set for several movies and television productions including the Blues
Brothers. An exhibition at the Joliet Area Historical Museum interprets the prison.
Rich & Creamy
Route 66 Park, 920 North Broadway Street
Typical of ice cream stores that dotted Route 66 in its heyday, when Broadway was a leg of the highway in Joliet. City
Leaders restored Rich & Creamy back to the retro appearance from its heyday as part of a larger plan by area officials
to brand their journey along The Mother Rad. Jake & Elwood, “The Blues Brothers,” dance atop the tower wrapped in
neon lights. 815-740-2899.
Union Station
50 East Jefferson Street
Union Station, built in 1912, once catered to the glamorous rail travelers of the early 1900’s, is now listed on the National
Register of Historic Places. The Grand Ballroom features classic architecture with crystal chandeliers and 45 foot
ceilings. 815-727-1200.
Bicentennial Park
201 West Jefferson at Bluff Street
Built along the river on land that had been Joliet’s first street, Bicentennial Park was opened in 1976 to celebrate the
nation’s200th birthday. The park feature’s a beautiful Riverwalk Promenade with views of Joliet’s bridges, metal
silhouette sculptures and interpretive panels that describe Joliet’s history, a lighted fountain named “Frannie,” and
entertainment stage. 815-724-3760. bipark@jolietcity.org.
CPX Sports
2903 Schweitzer Road
At this extreme-sports theme park, you can challenge your friends to a paintball game, go mountain biking, practice your
skateboarding moves, attend concerts and more. 815-726-2800. www.cpxsports.com
Forest Preserve District of Will County
17540 West Laraway Road
Enjoy camping, picnicking, fishing, canoeing, hiking, bicycling, sledding, ice-skating and other activities. 815-727-8700.
www.fpdwc.org
Haunted Trails Family Entertainment Center
1423 North Broadway Street
Children and adults will have a blast at this 14-acre indoor and outdoor entertainment center. Choose from three go-
cart tracks, two miniature golf courses, batting cages, rides and hundreds of games. 815-722-7800.
Splash Station Waterpark
2780 U.S. Route 6
Enjoy a railroad-themed outdoor water park featuring a six-person racing slide, body slides, tube slides, lazy river and
zero-depth pool. 815-741-7275 ext. 120. www.jolietpark.org
PRESTON HEIGHTS
Chicagoland Speedway
On Historic Route 66, 500 Speedway Boulevard
State of the art 75,000 seat, 1.5 mile superspeedway hosting the NASCAR Winston Cup, Indy Racing League, NASCAR
Busch Series, ARCA RE/MAX Series and International Race of Champions events. 815-722-5500.
Route 66 Raceway
On Historic Route 66, 500 Speedway Boulevard
A high octane entertainment facility featuring concerts, motorsports, and more, including NHRA National Drag Racing
events and Demolition Derbies. 815-722-5500.
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Come “Get Your Kicks” in Joliet on Route 66! Featuring fun filled Route 66 park to welcome mother
road travelers to the city, complete with kiosks, oversized photo opportunities, and the Blues Brothers
dancing on top of the Rich N Creamy Ice Cream Stand! You’ll love a visit to the Route 66 Experience
within the Joliet Area Historical Museum, take pictures, learn and explore all FREE! And Don’t forget
your chance to be ‘locked up” at the Old Joliet Prison Park, located just outside Joliet’s historic Collins
Street Prison. For more information visit www.jolietkicks.com or call 1-877-4-JOLIET!
road travelers to the city, complete with kiosks, oversized photo opportunities, and the Blues Brothers
dancing on top of the Rich N Creamy Ice Cream Stand! You’ll love a visit to the Route 66 Experience
within the Joliet Area Historical Museum, take pictures, learn and explore all FREE! And Don’t forget
your chance to be ‘locked up” at the Old Joliet Prison Park, located just outside Joliet’s historic Collins
Street Prison. For more information visit www.jolietkicks.com or call 1-877-4-JOLIET!