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Panoramic view of Monk’s Mound at Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site in Collinsville, Illinois, featured on ExploringStates.

Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site

Uncover the history of the thriving ancient culture of Cahokia in present-day Illinois' and its disappearance from the ancient city.

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Panoramic view of the Shedd Aquarium during our family-friendly Chicago vacation, featured on ExploringStates.

Day 3: Discovering Chicago as a Family

Today is our last full day in the Windy City. And today, the nickname is more fitting for the weather…

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Chicago family travel at the Field Museum

Day 2: Exploring Chicago with the Family

With temperatures in the 50's, you couldn't ask for better weather at the end of October in the city by…

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Fall Chicago Family Adventure - Downtown Chicago at night

Day 1: A Family Vacation in Chicago

The Chicago trip kicks off bright and early with the ringing of a morning alarm. To ensure our vacation didn't end…

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Congress Plaza Hotel is one of Chicago’s Most Haunted Hotels

The Congress Plaza Hotel & Convention Center

One of Chicago's Most Haunted Hotels in the State of Illinois On our recent trip to Chicago, we stayed at…

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Worlds Largest Pitch Fork

World’s Largest Pitchfork

Located in the State of Illinois The World's Largest Pitchfork is one of many roadside attractions found in Casey, Illinois.…

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