Gatekeepers Aug 01, 2016 • Arts, Culture & History Share this Page Seek out these six unexpected statues found around the state Michael Jordan, Chicago's United Center Basketball superstar Michael Jordan still wows crowds at his old home court, Chicago's United Center. Popeye, Chester, Illinois Famous cartoon sailor Popeye greets visitors to Chester, birthplace of his creator Elzie Segar. Robert Wadlow, Alton, Illinois In Alton size up Robert Wadlow, once the tallest man in the world. Abraham Lincoln, Springfield, Illinois Relax with Abraham Lincoln on a bench in front of Springfield's historic Union Station. Superman, Metropolis, Illinois Superman stands at the ready in Metropolis, the superhero's adopted southern Illinois hometown. Rockmen Guardians, Rockford The Rockmen Guardians are a fierce, stony quartet watching over the Rock River in Rockford. Prev Next You might also like... Blacksmith Chic Read more about Blacksmith Chic Art Design Chicago Read more about Art Design Chicago Millennium Park: Chicago's Front Yard Read more about Millennium Park: Chicago's Front Yard Save for later Share this story Share your Moments #EnjoyIllinois Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Check our Pinterest Follow us on TikTok Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our channel on YouTube Subscribe to Our Newsletter Get inspired by top travel stories, gain access to exclusive promotions and contests, and discover even more reasons to #EnjoyIllinois. Full Name Email Address Subscribe Please verify your request* Close this dialog Share this Story