Downtown Bloomington
115 E. Washington , Bloomington, IL 61701
Historic Sites
Spend some down time in Downtown Bloomington!
The McLean County Courthouse, capped by a stately dome, serves as a landmark to identify the historic core of the city. Turn-of-the century buildings, many with interesting historical pasts, flank the courthouse square. A visitor can find museums, banks, a legal and governmental center, residential living, a large artists' community, plus an assortment of specialty retail businesses and supportive services in Downtown Bloomington. There is an abundance of restaurants and a lively night scene. Discover all that downtown Bloomington has to offer by shopping, dining, working and playing in this great historical district!
What's happening nearby...
The Baby Fold’s Festival of Trees 2024
The Interstate Center • Nov 21 – Nov 23 @ 4PM
The Baby Fold’s Festival of Trees is a long-standing community tradition that has been providing critical funding for local children’s programs for 29 years.
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Thanksgiving Farmers’ Market
Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts • Nov 23 @ 9AM
Kick off our indoor market season by joining us for the Thanksgiving market.
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Christmas under the Dome
McLean County Museum of History • Dec 06 – Dec 07 @ 5PM
Join the McLean County Museum of History for free festive fun during Christmas Under the Dome!
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David Davis Mansion
Bloomington
A visit to Judge David Davis' estate offers a glimpse into the lives of the wealthy and powerful of his day.
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Stevenson Graves/Evergreen Cemetery
Bloomington
The Stevenson family brought honor to McLean County for three generations.
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Lincoln's Eighth Judicial Circuit - Bloomington-Normal Hub
Bloomington
The home of two of Lincoln’s greatest friends and supporters, Jesse Fell and Judge David Davis, Lincoln spent a great deal of time in Bloomington-Normal, making…
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