I Like Illinois’ featured city: Rockford

• Rockford

Rockford, located in the far northern part of the state, is the second largest city outside of the Chicago Area and the fourth-largest city in Illinois. The city used to be called “Halfway” because of its location between Chicago and Galena.

Four rivers run through Rockford, dubbed “The Forest City” due to its 20,000 acres of green space that include Rock Cut State Park. The park has become a haven for boaters and campers who enjoy its pristine lakes and hiking trails.

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AVENGERS ASSEMBLE!

• Chicago
• Museum
• Avengers
• Marvel

Calling all Marvel movie and comic book fans! The Chicago Museum of Science and Industry has a massive Marvel exhibit going on until October 24, 2021. The exhibit is thought to be the largest of its kind.

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Dishwasher washes Illinois

• Dishwasher
• Shelbyville
• Josephine Cochrane
• Chicago's World Fair

Did you know that the dishwasher was invented in Shelbyville? Ever wonder who came up with the idea for the dish washing machine? The answer is Josephine Cochrane, a resident of Shelbyville who received a patent on December 28, 1886.

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Did you know? Illinois has had three capital cities since its founding

While Springfield is the seat of Illinois government today, the state has actually had two other capitals since becoming a state in 1818.

Kaskaskia became the first capital of Illinois after having served as the Territorial seat of government since 1809.

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